What is texture painting?

These days most of the better know manufactures of interior/exterior paint make one or more kinds of texture paint. These are paints made with a thickening agent in them that when applied with a fluffy or textured roller leave a "textured" finish.

The first and best known of these is the paint applied to ceilings, that leaves a rough "stucco" look. This finish however is not recommended for walls or floors as the "texture does not adhere well when touched.

Now you can buy suede finish and stone finish and any number of other finishes that are more durable and in some cases will withstand outdoor application.