I painted our dining room using a flat paint b/c that’s what I was told you should use in that room. Well, 3 months down the road, I now need to repaint the room b/c of the stains my 2 yrs old has made on the walls…juice box squirts, etc. My question is this. If I am painting the room the same color, just using a semi-gloss this time, do I need to prime first or just go with the semi-gloss? Thanks!!!
2007-07-03 02:34:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
What I would do is buy a pint of Zinzer Primer. Prime the stained area where your kids left their mark. Then repaint the walls with your semi-gloss. Your flat coat will act as the primer. Also no need to tint the primer....Happy Painting....
2007-07-03 04:15:38 · answer #1 · answered by Bobby Boy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shoudn't have to prime it, but I'd do a test spot where there are stains just to be sure. You may want to think about a washable/stain resistant paint. Have your tried using a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on the marks? It works wonders and you may not have to repaint.
2007-07-03 09:37:28 · answer #2 · answered by burghgirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No need to prime unless very dark stains. Never listen to what "they" say. If you have kids-use semi gloss. I always do.
2007-07-03 09:37:03 · answer #3 · answered by Sandra 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be best to prime. That way you have a fresh coat without any oil stains or dirt to interfere with the new coat. It will look better and last longer. good luck.
2007-07-03 09:38:50 · answer #4 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The "water" type stains need to have a blocker applied to them to stop bleed thru.be sure what ever you use to prime or block ,blocks water stains. Kiltz is a very good water blocker......George
2007-07-03 09:39:08 · answer #5 · answered by tgeorge12000 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
prime first
2007-07-03 09:36:52 · answer #6 · answered by Cody 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋