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You don't have to , buti f it makes you feel more secure go ahead, it won't hurt.

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Yes, it is absolutely necessary, as it covers the seams smoothly. If you don't prime it you WILL see seams.

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Do you prime new drywall before putting on orange peel texture?

yes If you dont prime new drywall, then there is a chance that the orange peel texture maynot cover all unpainted surfaces and you may have to repaint due to the obsorbtion of the paint in the drywall. It also helps seal the surface of the new drywall and makes for a better and more uniform finish.


How do you prepare drywall for painting?

You prime it with drywall primer.


Should you put a prime coat on new drywall before you add blown acoustical?

No, the prime coat can go on anytime.


Is it necessary to remove contaminated wood and drywall after hive removal?

No, it isn't . The wood and drywall are NOT contaminated.


Once the drywall has been applied it is time to prime why is the compound from the drywall coming off?

Hello! Just a couple of guesses as to why the drywall compound is coming off the drywall while you are attempting to prime: First, is the compound totally cured; that is, is it hard and dry? Second, are you using a primer that is specifically designed for new drywall? Lastly, maybe too much paint, or even overworking the paint could saturate the compound, turning it back into a wet goop.


Can I use leftover new drywall primer to prime previously painted walls?

Yes, you can use it....but what are you trying to do? The drywall primer is specifically designed to seal the drywall and make the surface uniform. You will not get any benefit from using it on top of a finish coat except for using it as a base coat for changing colors.


Why prime new drywall before painting?

In the best of all possible worlds, YES. If you are doing new construction yourself, then a primer coat before installation of trim & cabinetry is fantastic. Wish more of the "pros" where that conscientious.


What type of primer to use on a new drywall?

Regular drywall primer.


How do you remove spray paint from drywall?

You can't. Prime over it with a good primer.


What are the best and where do I find more info on drywall?

Depending on how bad the cracks are just filling them may or may not last very long. Sanding it all the way down to the drywall will make blending the new compound to hide the seems in easier but not completely necessary.


Should you prime drywall first before you tape and float?

tape, float, sand, re-float, re-sand. . .then prime


What type of primer used on new drywall?

"Drywall primer" -Yes, -it's called exactly that -right on the can !