Is is possible to just paint over blueboard?(without rendering)

[Art Martin]

Hi All.

I have a small feature wall, single piece of blueboard with no joins.

Has anyone had any experience simply painting over the blueboard, without rendering? Does it provide a similar "look" to the final rendered surface?

Just to note also, the recessed sections have been cut off, and the edges are essentially not visible.

Thanks

[patty]

It all depends on the paint you are using but it can be done

I painted a blueboard wall for the outlaws using a suede rough finish and it came out good!

[Tubby2]

I'd say it would also depend on the roller you use.

[Metung]

I've got a similar proposition but with quite a few joins which I hope I have treated appropriately. I think I am going to give that Dulux render paint a go but if you check out the Dulux website there are lots of cheaper alternatives http://www.duspec.com.au/duspec/QuickSpecSearchServlet

[Art Martin]

Thanks for the advice guys. Much appreciated.

[tidemaster]

dulux render paint works fantastic, just make sure you use a wool roller