Do I have to use a oil base primer after removing wallpaper?

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Anonymous asked 9 years ago

I had two contractors come to my house. One said I need to use oil base primer before skim coating. The other said that they could just skim coat over the current walls. Which one is better?

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MagicDave answered.

First you need to Block Sand the walls using a coarse grade paper, then Stain Seal them with a Pigmented Shellac Sealer Primer (best for your removed wall paper condition)… then finish coat with Sherwin Williams Classic-99 Acrylic… Look here for more specific advice on removing wall paper and repainting: <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="//davmagic.com/paint/PAGES23.html">//davmagic.com/paint/PAGES23.html</a> Good Luck!

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Crowder Painting answered.

Using an oil base primer is best before skim coating. This will block off any remaining wallpaper glue and prevent bubbling of the drywall mud. Using a primer isn't totally necessary but a good idea.