2007-03-07 08:35:24 · 6 answers · asked by budson45 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
It's always a good idea to use a primer even when the old paint is light in color. It would be a good idea to start out right by cleaning the wall with a small amount of mild detergent and sanding needed spots. The primer is a kind of adhesive, so it helps the new paint to stick better to the wall. It makes no difference whether the wall is flat, satin, or semi-gloss.
Most primers and paint already come mixed with mildew resistance.
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2007-03-07 19:13:24 · answer #1 · answered by mybluemax1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No not at all..but you will need to wash you walls down with a product called TSP...and make sure you purchase a good paint..my wife works for Benjamin Moore Paints..If you go to your local Benjamin Moore dealer you may end up paying 50 dollars for a gallon of paint..but if you go to HomeDepot or Sears..you may end up paying 20-30 dollars for a gallon of paint sure..great price but the difference is that you will have to put two maybe three coats of that paint..with the Benjamin Moore paint you will only have to put one coat and be done with it..I'm not saying you HAVE to get Benjamin Moore Paint but do yourself a favor and get a Major Name Brand Paint ..like C.I.L..or Glidden..they are also great paints.
2007-03-07 16:44:23 · answer #2 · answered by rcbrokebones 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A light quick sanding with a sanding pole then a quick damp wash with something like a mild caustic solution (Fantastik) is best for prepping the wall to get it to hold the paint better.
After that, as above, colour(s) counts. Trying to hide a darker shade by covering with a lighter shade works waaaaay better if primed first.
2007-03-07 16:51:03 · answer #3 · answered by occluderx 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the new paint is darker than the old paint then go ahead without priming.. you may still need a 2nd coat for a finished look
2007-03-07 16:39:06 · answer #4 · answered by jercha 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No
if
1) the paint you apply is darker than the existing flat paint
2) there are no stains or markings that will show through the new paint
2007-03-07 16:58:25 · answer #5 · answered by Steve P 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would if there is mold or mildew or if the old paint was significantly darker than the new color
2007-03-07 16:46:42 · answer #6 · answered by James A 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋