i just pulled off some of the beaten up trim in my kitchen (the previous owner's dog chewed it up good!) to replace and discovered that (i think) the paint just peels right off! the surface of the wall (and the back of the peeled off paint strips) is kind of dusty and powdery (kind of like plaster that hasn't been sealed yet).
does this, indeed, mean that the walls were never primed? and if so, can i primer over the existing paint job and paint my new color, or do i have to pull off all of the old paint, then primer and then paint?
i realize everyone now knows i'm lazy, but it's a big kitchen and i need to finish this job quickly (company coming!!). however, with that said, i'll do it if it's the only way to ensure a lasting and good looking paint job.
i'd really appreciate any advice and suggestions. thanks in advance!!
2006-08-20 13:34:08 · 10 answers · asked by buffysummers 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Unfortunately you are going to have to remove the old paint, what happened is that previous owners did not primer the walls and most likely painted the walls when the humidity was high, if you were to paint over the old you will have the same problem, the new will bond with the old but the old is no longer bonding with whats under that and it will continue to peel off, after you strip the walls, lightly sand the walls to create a grip for the primer to bond to ( follow the primers instructions, it might say to add more than one coat) there is some primer out there that only requires one coat. let dry, check to make sure the humidity level is not to high or there is no chance of rain for a couple of days then put on the new coat of paint. if you re going to do this, might as well do it right the first time and enjoy it until you decide to repaint again or do it the other way and waist your time and money just to have to do it all again.
2006-08-20 13:55:26 · answer #1 · answered by erniemigi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as usual the last person to paint your kitchen never sealed the walls,or you have a condesation problem ,kitchens being steamy.
it is a possibility that you may have a fungoid infection in the plaster ,to be sure seal the walls with a pva solution,normal pva glue let down with cold water to a slightly thicker consistency than milk, paint it on the walls starting at the base ,less runs when you work upwardsit will form a protective coat enabling you to paint over the old paint, use a good paint not a cheap own brand version.
2006-08-20 13:45:20 · answer #2 · answered by lefang 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do the following:- Use the emery paper and remove or scrap all old paints off this particular wall or the portion (if it is not a continuous area) and use good quality primer, preferably water based. level it with putty and resurface and emery paper it for smooth finish. Apply two/three coats of acrylic paint (washable) or Enamel paint (depends on what paint which has already been used there in your kitchen previously).
2006-08-20 13:53:59 · answer #3 · answered by tnkumar1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with a primer - kilz. It sounds like someone painted over an oil base paint with a latex. You CAN paint over latex with oil base but you CANNOT paint over oil base with latex. You can test this by using alcohol. If it rubs off - it is a water based paint. If it doesn't, it is oil base. Either way, a good primer is where you need to begin. Good luck!!
2006-08-20 13:46:00 · answer #4 · answered by Melissa B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe you should pull off all of the old paint, then primer and then paint. You'll have a better finish.
2006-08-20 13:44:55 · answer #5 · answered by xtorbo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eeeh, you got to blast off the old paint... and the old primer.
even stain kill can't cover up old paint.
maybe you want to use something that's got an acid base but you got to get the puddy knives and buckets out.
that will be a fast fix but not a well done job.
try to get a stain killer.. primer kill... (or a similar named type of paint covering) check out home depot.. ask someone who knows their stuff.
then paint and paint over the old crap.
you'll need many gallons for this quick job.
and remember it won't last forever it may begin to peel with in a year.
good luck in your quest.
2006-08-20 13:40:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Unprimed
2016-10-16 07:52:59 · answer #7 · answered by kinnu 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you looking for a guide for painting your room, this one will help http://www.allhomerepairsyourself.com/how-to-paint-a-room.htm
2006-08-20 15:33:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably latex over oil based.
If it looks good, consider yourself lucky.
the powdery and dusty is probably because they correctly sanded.
good luck.
2006-08-20 13:43:11 · answer #9 · answered by Paul 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go ahead and prime it it won't hurt anything.
2006-08-20 13:41:16 · answer #10 · answered by whataboutme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋