A Guide to Popular Drywall Textures for Your Home or Business

When it comes to finishing drywall, texture adds personality, hides imperfections, and gives your space a polished, customized look. At Thorp Drywall, we’ve proudly served the Central Coast from Paso Robles to Santa Maria for over 35 years. Here’s a look at some of the most requested drywall textures we offer:

1️⃣ Smooth Finish

A modern, clean surface perfect for homes and commercial spaces. Sleek and timeless.

2️⃣ Orange Peel

Subtle and durable, this texture resembles the surface of an orange — ideal for busy, high-traffic areas.

3️⃣ Knockdown

Contemporary and rustic, this texture is applied and then gently flattened for a unique finish.

4️⃣ Slap Brush

A bold, dramatic texture often seen on ceilings or accent walls, created by stamping a brush into wet compound.

5️⃣ Popcorn

A bumpy, sound-dampening ceiling texture popular in older homes. We also offer professional popcorn removal.

6️⃣ Santa Fe

A soft, hand-troweled texture popular in Mediterranean-style homes and modern remodels.

7️⃣ Sand Swirl

Overlapping swirls of sanded compound for a light, decorative finish, often used on ceilings.

8️⃣ Hawk and Trowel

Rich, old-world texture applied by hand for a highly custom appearance.

Looking to upgrade your ceilings or add a custom skylight? We offer modern ceiling textures and drywall framing for skylights to bring in more natural light.

📞 Call Phil at 805-441-7346 or visit thorpdrywall.com