VOCUE Texture Sprayer Nozzle Tips Set for Drywall Texturing Guns, 3 Sizes (3/16", "1/4", "5/16"), Silver, Metal, Gun Style

Why I picked up this nozzle set

A few weekends of ceiling patch work reminded me how much control at the tip matters with a hopper gun. My older nozzles were chewed up and inconsistent, so I swapped them for the VOCUE nozzle set—three metal tips (3/16", 1/4", and 5/16") plus a threaded collar. I wanted simple, reliable sizing for orange peel and knockdown without fiddling with worn or mystery tips. After running these across a mix of small patches, full wall retextures, and a stairwell ceiling, I came away impressed by how predictable and straightforward they are.

What’s in the box and first impressions

• Three metal tips: 3/16", 1/4", 5/16"
• One threaded collar to secure the tip to a hopper-style texture gun

The tips are plainly machined and uncoated silver metal. Edges are clean, the internal orifices are centered and free of burrs, and the threads cut smoothly into the collar. The collar itself feels solid with no wobble when tightened. There’s no case or extras—no O-rings or brushes—just the essentials.

I tested the set on a Wal-Board–style hopper gun. Fit was snug and true, no cross-threading or misalignment. I didn’t need thread tape, although a single wrap of PTFE is always fair insurance if your gun’s threads are a little fatigued.

Setup and installation

Installation is as simple as threading the chosen tip into the collar and the collar onto the gun. I like to hand-tighten, then give a short nip with a wrench—just enough to keep the tip from walking loose. Over-torquing any nozzle is asking for thread wear, so resist the urge to muscle it.

Texture depends more on mud mix and air settings than anything else, but tip size sets the baseline. Here’s what worked for me as a starting point (adjust to your air compressor and gun):

• Joint compound: All-purpose thinned to a smooth pancake-batter consistency; strain through a paint strainer if you can to minimize clogs.
• Air: 15–35 PSI range, depending on the tip.
• Hopper gate: Start mid-open and adjust for flow.

Performance by tip size

3/16" tip: Fine orange peel and light spatter

This is the control-oriented tip. With mud thinned a bit more than usual and air in the 25–35 PSI range, it produced a crisp, fine orange peel with tight, uniform droplets. It’s excellent for blending patches into existing fine textures, especially in kitchens and hallways where overspray control matters. If you need a feathered edge for patch blending, this tip makes that easy; simply step back a foot or two and sweep the perimeter with a lighter trigger pull.

1/4" tip: Medium orange peel and knockdown base

With air around 20–30 PSI and a slightly thicker mix, the 1/4" tip laid down a classic medium orange peel and a very workable knockdown base. Knockdown timing was consistent across large runs—droplets had enough profile to level with a 12" knife without shredding. I used this for full wall retextures where I wanted to hide repairs without the texture becoming the star of the show.

5/16" tip: Heavy spatter and fast coverage

For heavy spatter or a bolder knockdown, the 5/16" tip moves material quickly. At 15–25 PSI and a fairly standard thinning, coverage speed picked up noticeably—great for ceilings. The droplets were large enough to read through paint, which is what you want for a pronounced knockdown. If you’re patching coarse existing texture, this tip gets you there without resorting to borderline sludge mixes.

Control, consistency, and clog resistance

All three tips produced round, even droplet patterns without the odd tails or streaks that show up when a nozzle is out-of-round. I didn’t encounter clogs with strained mud, and even unstrained mixes only prompted a couple of quick clears over a long day’s work. If you do need to clear, a gentle back-blow from the air nozzle (gun empty, facing away from you) helps; otherwise, soak and brush.

Edge control was predictable with all three sizes. Pulling back slightly from the surface softened the perimeter without spitting or dry spray, which made patch blending much less fussy.

Build quality and durability

After multiple cleanings and a few install/removal cycles per tip, the threads still feel tight and true. The orifices haven’t deformed, and the faces haven’t nicked from normal handling. I can’t speak to years of abuse yet, but compared to some softer aftermarket tips I’ve used, these seem harder and more resistant to ovaling.

A couple care notes:
- Don’t use a steel pick inside the orifice; a nylon brush is safer.
- Dry thoroughly after cleaning to prevent surface corrosion. I hit them with compressed air and store them in a small pouch with a silica packet.

Compatibility

The included collar is a nice touch and fit my hopper gun without drama. If you’re using a non-standard or older gun, double-check that your gun accepts the common Wal-Board–style threaded collar. I tried the tips with a second hopper body from a different brand and had the same secure fit, which suggests broad compatibility—but standards vary, especially on budget guns.

What could be better

• Missing ultra-fine size: There’s no 1/8" or similar micro tip. For very delicate orange peel or ultra-controlled patchwork, you’ll wish you had a smaller option.
• No labeling on the tips: The sizes aren’t color-coded. The markings are visible but small, and with compound on your gloves it’s easy to mix them up. A dab of paint on each would solve this.
• No case or cleaning tool: The set is barebones. I’d love a small tube or tray to keep tips together in the truck.

None of these are deal-breakers, but they’re worth knowing if you’re assembling a dialed-in texture kit.

Practical tips from the job

• Strain your mud. A 5-gallon paint strainer bag costs little and saves you time and swear words.
• Start high, then back off. Begin with a bit more air and a slightly thinner mix; reduce air or close the hopper gate to dial in droplet size and density.
• Keep a wet edge. For knockdown, work in sections you can knife within 5–10 minutes. With the 1/4" and 5/16" tips, that window felt easy to hit.
• Test on scrap. A quick spray on a test board mirrors how the mix and tip will behave in the room’s humidity and temperature.
• Clean immediately. A 10-minute soak in warm water and a nylon brush keeps the orifices true and the threads happy.

Who it’s for

• DIYers tackling patches or a room retexture who want straightforward, predictable results.
• Pros who need a dependable backup or replacement set with the three core sizes used on most jobs.
• Anyone working primarily with orange peel and knockdown on walls and ceilings.

If you specialize in ultra-fine finishes, or if you switch textures frequently on large commercial runs, you might want a broader assortment of tip sizes and a quick-change system. For most residential work, these three sizes cover the bread-and-butter patterns.

The bottom line

The VOCUE nozzle set does exactly what it should: it threads on easily, stays put, and produces consistent patterns across three useful sizes. The build quality feels solid, the included collar simplifies compatibility with common hopper guns, and the performance on walls and ceilings is predictable in a way that makes setup faster and results more repeatable. I’d like an ultra-fine option, some color coding, and a case—but those are nice-to-haves.

Recommendation: I recommend this set. It’s a reliable, no-nonsense trio that hits the most-used texture profiles—fine orange peel, medium orange peel, and heavy spatter/knockdown—without fuss. If you’re refreshing a worn kit or setting up a hopper gun for the first time, this is an easy win that helps you spend less time tuning and more time finishing.