How do you paint a wall properly?

Question

I need to paint my room. 3 parts of the wall consists of cement walls and the other one is wood. There's old paint on it already. It's not chipping yet but it has crayola stains. Now If I was to repaint these walls, what would be the best approach to do so? Do I just paint over everything or slap wall putty 1st then sand it and paint it? Profesional advice please.

As I said. Good advice. No jokes please.

Answer 1

First of all I'm happy you asked the question as you did, "How do YOU",,, Properly might be relative, depending on the "Technician"

After applying multiple thousands of gallons of paint in my time, I offer my two cents.

One of my Peers here says I'm a bit long winded, Kudos to him, but indulge me.

Without knowing at all Which walls were some young artsists canvas, you might have more than one challenge? Certainly if the Crayon is on the painted walls you can sand it down, and/or take the time to use a solution to dissolve the wax, and begin the intended process. You may not need "Wall Putty" at all? although if you take drywall down to the Gypsum, Spackle applied, and sanded will resolve that issue.

If by chance the artists moved to the cement, you could use a drill with a wire brush bit.

Without knowing where you are located, KILZ and Zinser, both offer an OIL based primer, that accepts latex after the fact, and are as effective as most other methods of cover up, etc. You might only bother priming, Just where the crayon was/is, and/or any removal attempts you made.

I'm going to assume Cement equates to smooth walls, although I could be wrong, and they could be Block? In any case the PREP process will be the same.

Once the prep has been accomplished, and 1 coat of pirmer applied, assess the result, and if you're uncertain apply another coat of primer, then your finish coats.

Certainly we also don't know what the finish substance is currently, IE: Oil, Latex, or in what sheen. I prefer SATIN over all, but that's just my personal opinion.

With no offense at all, hopefully the Artists have been supplied with pads of blank newsprint, to create on.

Steven Wolf

Answer 2

Well the first step is to start with a clean surface. TSP is the best prep cleaner for painting. Just follow the directions on the package.
Second is the texture you want. If seeing the wood and concrete is acceptable, then don't worry about it. But a more classy look can be made by adding texture. Sheetrock Mud will do a great job. Spread it on evenly with a trowel. Then add texture with a rag or sponge that is wet with fresh mud.
just dip and blot.
If you like the small bumps that the sprayers give then you can dip a stiff brush in mud and using your fingers flick the bristles towards the wall. This is very time consuming and messy.
After the mud is completely dry, its time to prime, I suggest Kilz primer. One coat is plenty. Let dry completely.
Prime weather you use mud or not.
Next apply paint.
Good luck.

Answer 3

hi,as long as the cement walls are already painted and assuming there in good shape ,use zinnsar stain blocker primer on the crayola first.now on the wood ,as long as it has been primed first(if not use the zinnsar)you can paint a color coat on all walls.you can use a heavy knapp roller and get a nice cover on the first coat.use a good paint like Valspar or sherwin williams,these give good cover in one coat.i would not put joint compound on it ,or try any mud type textures.if the walls are in good shape (no cracks,chipping that sorta thing)and your looking for a little extra something ,try some painting techneqes.color washing is nice and easy,sponge or ragging or even a glaze.have fun .

Answer 4

I have tackled many projects like yours,I start at a reputable paint store and get a quality paint and primer ,always have the primer tinted to the same color you plan on painting the walls,Now its time to prepare a small mixture of TSP to wash down the walls and to remove some of the crayon marks,The primer will cover the remainder of crayon marks left on the cement walls so don't worry about them,If you need to patch small holes in the cement then do so with a combination patching compound,sand as needed,tape everything,drop cloths everywhere,prep wood wall as needed,sand/ prime/paint.

Answer 5

wash the stains as good as possible with trisodium phosfate. if staining is still there use kilz primer on those areas then paint. kilz comes in latex and oil base. paint dept. guy at hardware store should be able to recommend what to use as i don't know what paint your going to use. oil can go on top of latex but latex should not be put on oil.

Answer 6

Kilz Primer will cover the crayon stains & about everything else too; it's great stuff.

Answer 7

get a primer and cover the wall lightly then when painting paint in a "w" shape and fill in the crevasses after.

Answer 8

try going to DIY website for tips. thats the do it yourself tv chanell website. also try yankee magazines home repair tips. theres a guy on there that has household tips.

Answer 9

with a paintball gun. at least thats the funnest.