DIY Sharpie Wall Tutorial
Use our tutorial to learn how to make a hand-drawn mural in your home.
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Equipment
- 1 Small Foam Brush optional
- Painter’s Tape only a few small pieces
Supplies
- Water-based Paint Markers With Medium Tip this 3-pack comes in handy to switch out markers while working
- Pencil With A Good Eraser
Optional
- New Wall Paint Color sample of SW Pure White that we used to repaint our bathroom
Instructions
Before You Begin
- Plan out your wall mural design on paper.
- If needed, paint your walls a new base color of your choosing.
Making Your Wall Design
- Follow directions on paint pen to get paint flowing.
- Tape any areas where your lines may hit the other walls and counters. Small pieces of tape will work just fine.
- As lightly as you can, draw on the wall with a pencil.
- Step away from the wall periodically and look at the sketch from a distance. When looking up close for a while it is hard to see what it really will feel like in the space.
- Use the paint marker to go over your designs with thin lines to start.
- Continue to work on your lines by making some thicker than others. Make sure to hold the marker as close to 90° for the smoothest application.
- Let the paint pen fully dry.
- Use a good eraser to get rid of extra pencil lines.
- If needed, add a little wall color to a foam brush to clean any smudges or imperfections.
Video
Notes
- Test that you are able to erase pencil lines on your wall without smudging or looking horrible. You need to be to lightly draw and find the right eraser for your space.
- Paint markers or pens will give you a smoother and bolder line than regular permanent markers.
- Plan your faux wallpaper ahead of time. If repeating a pattern, make a stencil or tape out guidelines.
- You can use an overhead projector to project design on the wall. We were unable to do this due to this half bath being such a small space.
Cost: under $10