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  1. Surface Preparation and Application
    I generally use Restoration primer for most of my house painting priming (Trim & Door painting, Cabinet Painting). However I have noticed that Pro-Classic doesn't stick to it or ever fully harden (chips easily) even after a few months. I don't find other paints having this reaction to Resoration...
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  3. Surface Preparation and Application
    the previous owners did a crappy paint job. In essence, they gave the walls an "orange peel" texture. I hated it so we skim coated one of the rooms. The drywall material went on great. Then we used Kilz drywall primer (dried for 24 hrs) & for the most part, it went on great but there were some...
  4. Surface Preparation and Application
    Quick question...Starting a project next week. I have lots of wallpaper to remove from a two bedroom apartment, then going to prime and paint. I also have rooms with vibrant colors that are not wallpapered. Eventually the apartment is going to be painted Decorators White to sell. I'm looking for...
  5. Decorative Finishes
    First off, I am in no way a professional painter. I have a room where I suspected the tiles contained asbestos. It was suggested to me by will remain anonymous that I should cover the tile with an oil based primer before putting down new flooring (LVP). I ventilated the room, made sure the...
  6. General Painting Discussions
    We are planning to get our exterior brick painted white. We did get quotes for Romabio and the usual exterior paint and primer. Is it okay to use Zinsser block filler on Brick exterior or should we stay away from painters recommending that?
  7. Surface Preparation and Application
    I have recently decided to branch out into taking on some cabinet refinishing work. I think in part tot give me a break from exteriors and bedroom painting. Mainly just solid colors. Most of my requests are asking for white cabinets to update their dark ones that were all the rage 10 years ago...
  8. General Painting Discussions
    Looking for advice. I am repainting a cinder block locker room that is currently painted with a semi gloss oil based paint. Assuming I need to use a liquid sander or deglosser and assuming I need to prime. Athletic Director wants the paint to be very durable and washable, as it is a high...
  9. New Member Introductions
    Hi guys, I am new to the forum. Was an art teacher and part time handyman. Last year I started my company and went full time handyman. My handyman business has organically turned into a painting company, and so far it has been great. I joined because I have a pretty good understanding of my...
  10. Tools, Supplies and Equipment
    I was anticipating using the HD Mar. " the one coat guarantee ". So I bought 1 gallon semi for a kitchen hoping to cover in one coat ( white over light almond ). 2 problems: a: I carried a roller (PwDove 10ml) that I was using for the walls which are :white I300 HD eggshell: and used it for...
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