Primed ceiling with oil-based Kilz first. Looked great, no problem. Then applied good quality ceiling paint. The kind that goes on pink and dries white so you don't miss any spots. As it dried several small areas looked discolored ... like off-white or yellow marks. I thought the primer would seal in any imperfections? I put on another coat of ceiling paint ... same marks still appear. What's the problem?
2007-03-26 06:09:25 · 7 answers · asked by Electrical Dummy 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
A little added information to my original question .... the ceiling is textured (popcorn ceiling?). I was advised to use oil-based Kilz to help seal the tiny particles of the ceiling texture so they wouldn't come off when I applied the ceiling paint. I then covered the primed ceiling with Glidden latex odorless ceiling paint. The discoloration spots were not apparent before I started repainting the ceiling.
2007-03-26 07:08:43 · update #1
Was this area discolored before you started if it wasn't it is highly unlikely to be bleed through, and more primer is not going to fix it. Does the ceiling have a different texture in that area, smoother or rougher. Sometimes subtle texture changes alter the perception of color. Even patching a small hole will create an area that is smoother than the surrounding drywall. Use a bright light pointed at the ceiling to remove any shadows and see if that affects the color. If it now looks uniform it is do to the texture or lack of texture. This is more noticeable with higher sheen paint, depending on how much it bothers you, repaint with a lower sheen or correct the texture.
2007-03-26 07:01:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like maybe the ceiling was really yellow from nicotine maybe, is this why you primed it first? Two things the stain is bleeding through the Kilz or the Kilz in that spot was put on too heavy and wasn't quite dry for your finish paint, the Glidden paint you chose should and will hide very good, I agree with one of the other answers spot prime your area again and touch up the area with finish, that Glidden touches up real well even months down the line. Next time try a good primer/sealer by Zinseers like "Cover Stain" see the difference. Good luck Les the painter
2007-03-26 07:05:49 · answer #2 · answered by Les the painter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kilz is a high pigment paint. Is it possible that you did not shake (stir) the Kilz adequately before applying it? If not, the pigment would not be uniform and could result in an uneven application, lowering its ability to hide. Also the discolorations could have been areas where the under-mixed Kilz reacted with spots already on the ceiling. That's my guess.
2007-03-26 06:57:08 · answer #3 · answered by 2smart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may either be the color additive to the paint that changes from pink to white...or it may be due to imperfections (high and low spots in the ceiling combined with the lighting). If you primed the ceiling first, I would doubt that it is due to anything leaching through the paint.
I'd allow the paint to dry thouroughly. Give it a day or so and see if it still is discolored. If so, go back to the paint store and inquire.
2007-03-26 06:17:27 · answer #4 · answered by devilishblueyes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would bet that you did not get good coverage with the Kilz in those areas. Try spot painting those areas, again, with Kilz. You might even want to give each spot two coats of Kilz. And then, put one final finish coat on each spot.
2007-03-26 06:14:25 · answer #5 · answered by toothacres 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may have something in the attic or on top of the ceiling that is leaching down through your paint, Try treating the areas with bleach to kill any bacteria or mold, then reprime and paint. Good luck.
2007-03-26 06:15:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure you stirred your paint good and just start over
prim and make sure you don't miss spots! 2 coats should be good... then paint it again and make sure you stirred your paint good
2007-03-26 06:19:41 · answer #7 · answered by mp25027 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋