What Is The Purpose Of Primer?
The purpose of the primer is to prepare different substrates that can accept the topcoats of paint, solving the challenges interior and exterior painters face. The challenges include sealing out moisture, resisting bleeding of stains and chemicals from inside the substrate, and locking down chalky surfaces.
How Many Coats Of Paint Do I Need To Apply To The Interior Of My House?
Often customers ask us how many coats of paint are needed to paint the interior of their home. Usually, two-three coats depending on the circumstances. The first coat is primer specific, including oil, latex, color blocking, odor-blocking, and shellac primer, which should be applied if the paint is anything other than latex. Also, if the current paint job is in good shape, two paint coats will do the job. Unless the new color is a brighter color, like yellow, red, blue, green, they generally require an additional third coat.
How Do You Prepare A Room For A Good Paint Job?
Preparing a room for a good paint job is all about patience, knowledge, and experience. We take our prep work very seriously as it lays the foundation to start painting your home. Our preparation work includes, but is not limited to: Inspection, Repairs, Washing, Scraping And Sanding, and Masking
What Is VOC? Low VOC? Zero VOC?
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds are toxic chemicals that are present in the paint. They can cause respiratory and other health problems for occupants if the paint is used indoors. However, there are several reliable low and zero VOC products on the market that we use to keep our customers safe.
