How do I use paint to whitewash my walls?
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Hi Gloria, here are some directions. Hope this helps....
https://www.wikihow.com/Whitewash-Walls
Are you talking about exterior brick walls or indoor wallboards?
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Hi Gloria,
Buy a "Paint Runner Pro" to do a quick,clean and easy job! Available through teleshopping on TV
Check out these ideas on whitewash:
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=Whitewashing%20in%20Paint
Here is a DIY https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/how-to-white-wash-with-paint-35254508
How to White Wash With Paint