Drywall is a building material that is made out of gypsum and pressed between two thick sheets of paper. It is used for the construction of interior walls. Painting drywall is not a very difficult task. However, there are certain techniques that help get the job done the right way.
Preparing the Wall for Painting
Start by preparing the wall for painting. Take light grade sandpaper (200 grit) and smooth off any imperfections such as rough chips and loose fibers. Be sure to wear goggles and a mask when doing this. Otherwise, you risk getting gypsum dust in your eyes and lungs. If you find any nail holes, nicks or cuts, use some drywall compound to fill them in and sand that area as well. Then dust off the drywall and check to make sure it is clean and does not have any oil or grease on it.
Once the wall is ready for paint, tape the joints between panels and drop cloths on the floors, windows, and furniture that are near the drywall. This will protect their surfaces from unwanted paint splashes and dust.
Painting the Dry Wall
Paint during warm, non-humid weather. Start by applying a primer. Use a primer with a similar tint to the finish color. Soak the roller in the primer and then apply it to the wall in similar up and down strokes. After the primer has dried, once again check the wall for imperfections. Once the wall is clean and smooth to your satisfaction, start painting the drywall. One of the keys to successful drywall painting is picking the right paint. Although you have already primed the wall, check the label to get paint that is both a primer and a sealer. This is different from a primer. This is what you use to paint your wall with, but because it is both a primer and a sealer it will help disguise any imperfections left on the wall.
Two coats of paint will be enough for a good finish. Apply both coats in the same brushing technique as you did the primer. Make sure the wall dries fully between the two coats. Also, do not shy away from using a lot of paint. A common mistake is putting the paint on thin. Put the paint on heavily for every coat.
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