Hello all. I just had my ceiling(heavy texture)skimcoated (2 coats of 40 min and the a finish of unknown…jc or topping?) To a thickness of approx 1/8″. Ive waited three days and want to prep for painting. What product should I use forprimer (water base) behr. Sw. Kilz Zinzner? I like using Behr for finish coat. Been researching and found dated info regarding different products. At this point cost of paint is not an issue thanks in advance
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willy
The simple answer is to use Primer.
Brand loyalty or availability might be a consideration. What I like or use, you might not find. Some will say the combo paints (primer/finish) is the way to go.
If there's no stain killing to do-most interior primers will do fine.
If it's been completely skimcoated it's actually less of a problem than just taped and mudded, since the surface is consistent, and the ability to "hide" the differences is not required. In a big box I'd likely grab a Zinsner product, but I usually go to the local Bennie Moore store and get what they recommend. Or use whatever was on hand.
tinted primer
If you do choose to use a seperate primer, have it tinted to match your paint.
Go to a real paint store, or drywall supply house, and ask for a 'drywall primer.' This is a primer that has a very high solids content, or is called 'heavy bodied.' You'll want this to seal the plaster and provide a uniform sheen to the surface.
Then paint the wall.
If you are just going Matte white, alot of paints have primer built in.