White Wash Application

A specified number of coats are applied with a white wash brush. Generally, three coats are required for new work and rough surfaces, while one or two coats are considered sufficient for older work. For each coat, one stroke is given from top to bottom and another from bottom to top on the first stroke, and so on before the first brush dries, one stroke is given from the right and another from the left. Each coat must be allowed to dry before applying the next coat. The finished dry surface should not show signs of cracking or peeling and should not come easily to the fingers when rubbed.