I am remodeling my bathroom and after stripping some ancient wallpaper from drywall that had not beein primed prior to wallpapering, I have many spots in the drywall that have torn into the top paper layer of the drywall. There are also a few spots where not all of the old wallpaper was completely removed and there is some residual adhesive. I have been told that painting over such spots will cause the old paper to bubble and peel away so after mudding over the bad spots and sanding, I should paint with oil based primer.
My question is.. after mudding and sanding the walls should I use latex primer or oil based primer and if I use oil based primer, is it possible to paint over that with interior latex paint?
2006-08-12 10:29:03 · 13 answers · asked by c_patching 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Ok.. that's what I thought. I've had several people tell me to use an oil based primer on these walls once I"ve patched them but that didn't make sence to me if I want to paint them. So then my question is.. would latex primer work just as well once I've used joint compound to fix the patches on the wall?
2006-08-12 10:39:20 · update #1
I want to thank everyone for your answers. They have been most informative and helpfull. I'm glad to hear that you can use latex over oil based primer. I was confused on the issue, but seemed to remember using an oil based primerover wood panneling and then using latex paint over that when helping a friend remodel an old mobile home. Since I just happen to already have oil based primer in the garage and latex paint as well.. this is also good to know because I won't have to spend extra money. Always a good thing!
2006-08-13 05:04:25 · update #2
Oil based primer is absolutely the best choice for a damp environment like a bathroom. Latex top coat paints will adhere perfectly to oil based primer. The oil primer will seal the drywall and help prevent mildew from forming on the drywall. Oil is an excellent choice. I use this method all the time. the other answerer's are confusing latex paint over oil paint. that doesn't work at all.
2006-08-12 10:57:06 · answer #1 · answered by uncle bob 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-30 00:50:04 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I am remodeling my bathroom and after stripping some ancient wallpaper from drywall that had not beein primed prior to wallpapering, I have many spots in the drywall that have torn into the top paper layer of the drywall. There are also a few spots where not all of the old wallpaper was completely...
2015-08-19 19:12:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Yes you can, that is the only time you can apply latex paint over oil base, as long as its primer. Make sure you apply at least two coats of latex to insure you have a strong durable coating. Contractor for 34 years -good luck
2016-03-27 13:49:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need to confirm this at your local paint store because it's been years since I've actually done it:
If I recall correctly, whenever I've had to seal a damaged wall, whether it was banged and exposed metal wall corners or patched wallboard, I've used an oil base primer (in all the rooms) -- just because it's the best and I knew it would stick well to the wall and to any type of paint -- either water or oil based.
Listen to uncle bob (above)
2006-08-12 11:26:00 · answer #5 · answered by Lynda 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a laminate cabinet in the bathroom, I want to paint it using an oil based kilz and a waterbased latex paint any thoughts
2014-07-10 06:56:56 · answer #6 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there
I’m an interior designer and I just notice your question. You know what if your walls are just a mess there is this special wall paper that you can get to cover the walls and then you can paint on top of this special wall paper. Saying this I seen it and it looks really good after your finish. With this wall paper you will be accomplish a nice cover and the imperfections of the wall. (Remember this wall paper is especially for this kind of wall)
Then you can paint the room the colour you want and the kind of paint you want to us. My preference is latex paint Benjan Moore. Good luck
2006-08-12 10:49:24 · answer #7 · answered by Netty 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
boy there is one answer, yes, the oil is for the surface below, if you have a oil based stain, the primer will get into it, and create a Binder, you guys are idiots, you absolutely have no idea what is going on, if I want to bind to a surface I have to use the right primers, once done, I can paint any form of paint, latex or oil (try finding oil based paint (grandpa) so use the primer for the surface to create a binder, if you surface is oil, you a oil based, if it is latex use a latex based, if it's bare wood or drywall use the cheapest, from now on people on these ask someone DIY if you have no idea, stay out of the topic
2014-12-10 06:15:46 · answer #8 · answered by ? 1 · 1⤊ 6⤋
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Using an oil based primer makes your latex finishing coat more durable.
2014-05-01 09:12:06 · answer #9 · answered by Ginette R 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you should use a oil based primer to prevent the left over paper from absorbing the water from water based and causing it to bubble and fall off..... using an oil primer is best to seal the walls and make sure that what ever paper is left on is safe from falling sealing the wall is the important part of the oil base...... you may use a latex paint after if you wish.....
2006-08-12 12:25:00 · answer #10 · answered by bluedanube69 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋