Drywall Hopper: Difference between revisions
Created page with "This is a tool that holds drywall texture and sprays it. It is fed by gravity and powered by an air compressor. Usual pressure is between 20-60 psi. The hopper usually has multiple tip sizes to get different styles of texture. Source: Jason Lebeau is a 24 year veteran of the drywall industry" |
No edit summary |
||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
A drywall hopper, or hopper gun, is a specialized spray tool with a top-mounted container (hopper) for holding mixed drywall compound, used with an air compressor to efficiently spray textures like orange peel, knockdown, or popcorn onto walls and ceilings for large projects, offering speed and consistent coverage. It's connected to an air source, and adjustable nozzles and trigger controls allow users to create different finishes by varying the material flow and air pressure, saving significant time compared to hand texturing. | |||
<h3>Key Features & How it Works:</h3> | |||
#Hopper: A cup or container on top that holds the thinned drywall mud (joint compound). | |||
#Air Compressor: Connects to the gun to atomize the mud and spray it onto the surface. | |||
#Nozzles: Interchangeable tips (e.g., 4mm, 6mm, 8mm) control the texture size and spray pattern, from fine orange peel to thicker popcorn. | |||
#Trigger & Air Adjustment: Smooth trigger pull and air/material flow controls reduce fatigue and fine-tune the finish. | |||
#Application: Sprays consistent textures quickly on walls and ceilings, ideal for large areas or matching existing finishes. | |||
Latest revision as of 05:21, 5 January 2026
A drywall hopper, or hopper gun, is a specialized spray tool with a top-mounted container (hopper) for holding mixed drywall compound, used with an air compressor to efficiently spray textures like orange peel, knockdown, or popcorn onto walls and ceilings for large projects, offering speed and consistent coverage. It's connected to an air source, and adjustable nozzles and trigger controls allow users to create different finishes by varying the material flow and air pressure, saving significant time compared to hand texturing.
Key Features & How it Works:
- Hopper: A cup or container on top that holds the thinned drywall mud (joint compound).
- Air Compressor: Connects to the gun to atomize the mud and spray it onto the surface.
- Nozzles: Interchangeable tips (e.g., 4mm, 6mm, 8mm) control the texture size and spray pattern, from fine orange peel to thicker popcorn.
- Trigger & Air Adjustment: Smooth trigger pull and air/material flow controls reduce fatigue and fine-tune the finish.
- Application: Sprays consistent textures quickly on walls and ceilings, ideal for large areas or matching existing finishes.