Step-by-Step Velvet Paint Beginner Guide

Never applied velvet paint before? No problem. Wall FX Velvet is designed to be beginner-friendly — you don't need professional skills or special equipment. Follow this guide and you'll achieve a beautiful, professional-looking velvet finish on your first try.

What You'll Need

1 packet of Wall FX Velvet paint additive
2 gallons of eggshell or satin interior paint (same color)
4-inch chip brush or Wall FX Faux Finish Brush
Paint roller and tray (for base coat)
Painter's tape and drop cloth

Before You Start

Make sure your walls are clean, dry, and free of dust or grease. Fill any holes and sand smooth. Apply painter's tape along all edges and lay down your drop cloth.

Step 1: Apply the Base Coat

Using a roller, apply one full coat of your eggshell or satin paint (Gallon 1) to the entire wall. Allow to dry completely — at least 2 hours.

Step 2: Mix Wall FX Velvet

Open your second gallon of paint (Gallon 2) and add the full packet of Wall FX Velvet. Stir thoroughly for 3–5 minutes until fully combined with no powder remaining at the bottom.

Step 3: Apply the Velvet Coat

Using your 4-inch brush, apply the Wall FX Velvet mixture in random X and Z motions. Work in sections of about 2–3 square feet at a time, maintaining a wet edge as you go. The goal is varied, overlapping strokes — not uniform lines.