How to Choose the best Paint Primer
Selecting the correct primer for you next project is crucial to achieve the best possible results. The primer you choose will have a impact in your finished results and durability which is why you will want to pick the correct primer for your intended use. Do I need to prime or not? Priming is not always necessary, if your working with a previously painted surface that's in good condition you most likely won't need to prime. Here are a few Reasons we think you would need to use primer: Bare Surfaces, that have not been painted before Surfaces that have been sanded down If there are Rust or stains present on the surface Dramatic Color Changes Any nonporous surface like plastic, laminate, glass, high gloss surfaces. Check your previously painted wall to see if its is acrylic or alkyd based. If you rub a cotton ball dipped in 70% Isopropyl alcohol on the surface, if the paint does not come off its alkyd based. If it does come off with the alcohol then its Acrylic based....