Ragging can be done in a variety of patterns, including rag rolling, in which the rags are twisted together and then rolled over a wet glazed surface creating the illusion of fabrics such a velvet or silk. Ragging is also often used as a pattern underneath stenciling.

What does rag rolling mean?

rag-rolling in British English

noun. a decorating technique in which paint is applied with a roughly folded cloth in order to create a marbled effect.

What paint do you use for rag rolling?

Once it's dry, mix equal parts clear acrylic glaze and latex paint at least two shades lighter or darker than the base coat. Cut in with a brush, then use a roller to apply a generous coat in an area no bigger than 4 by 4 feet so that you'll have time to rag-roll before it dries.