All about Paint and Primer

You may need to know what a primer is and what it does before talking about the time people need to use a primer on your next interior wall painting project. So, what is a primer, and what does it do?

Primer and Its Functions

Though primer has a higher concentration of solids plus an adhesive binder in it, it looks like paint. You can use it to provide a smooth and clean area for the paint to adhere to, and it essentially seals the surface. In many cases, primers are more of glue or sealant than paints. Learn more here.

When to Prime Your Walls before Painting?

You have a few situations whereby you will always want to prime before painting, including:

When the Surface is stained

It is essential to prime first if your walls have any stains on them like kid art projects, candles, cooking, or smoke stains. The primer will seal these stains to show or leak through the paint since it acts more like a blocker or sealant. Learn more about What You Can Expect from a Painting Contractor

If You Have Glossy Surface

Paint may be hard to adhere to glossy surfaces. You could paint coat after and never have it stick if the wood paneling has been shellacked or the wall is covered in high gloss paint. It is recommended to use a light sanding or scuffing beforehand as well, even when these surfaces will need a primer.

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