How to Stencil – Wall & Tile Stencils

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🏠 How to Stencil Walls

🧼 Preparation

  • 🧹 Clean the wall: Make sure it’s dust-free.
  • 🛒 Gather supplies:
    – Stencil
    – Painter’s tape
    – Acrylic or latex paint
    – 🟦 Dense foam roller
    – 🪣 Paint tray
    – 📰 Old newspapers

📝 Steps

  • 📍 Attach the Stencil
    Secure your stencil at the starting point (usually a top corner) with painter’s tape.
  • 🎨 Load the Roller
    Dip the roller lightly into paint. Roll off excess on a paper towel—roller should look colored, not soaked!
  • 🖌️ Apply Paint
    Gently roll the paint over the stencil. Less is more! Use multiple thin layers for crisp edges.
  • ➡️ Repeat
    Carefully align the stencil for repeats and continue.
  • 👀 Remove & Reveal
    Gently peel the stencil away before the paint fully dries.
  • 🧽 Fix Mistakes
    If you paint outside the stencil, wipe it off with a moist tissue while still wet.
  • 🧼 Clean Up
    Wash your stencil with warm water and a soft dish brush. Lay flat to dry.

💡 Pro Tip:
Test on cardboard before your wall! No need to clean the stencil after every repeat unless colors change or paint builds up.

How to Stencil Tiles & Floors

🧹 Preparation

  • 🧼 Clean the surface well.
  • 🛒 Supplies: stencil, painter’s tape (blue preferred), acrylic/latex paint, dense foam roller, paint tray, old newspapers.
  • 🚫 Mask off any areas you don’t want to paint.
  1. 📝 Steps
  2. 📍 Attach the Stencil
    Use painter’s tape to fix the stencil securely.
  3. 🎨 Load the Roller
    Lightly dip in paint, roll off excess—roller should be just slightly colored.
  4. 🧪 Test First
    Try your color and technique on a test surface.
  5. 🖌️ Apply Paint
    Thin, even layers! No need for heavy rolling.
  6. 🔄 Repeat & Align
    Lift, reposition, and continue your pattern.
  7. 🛡️ Protective Primer/Sealer
    For floors, apply a primer or sealer before and after for best durability.
  8. 🧽 Fix Mistakes
    Wipe stray paint quickly with a moist tissue.
  9. 🧼 Cleaning
    Warm water & dish brush; use detergent for dried paint. Store stencils flat.

  1. ✨ Enjoy Stenciling!
  2. Stenciling is fun, relaxing, and a great way to make your space truly unique. Take your time, experiment, and enjoy the process!
  3.  Contact Us for help.   
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