DIY: Painting Directly Over the Paneling
Painting over Paneling can be tricky and if you don’t want to hire a professional keep these tips in mind:
Painting Directly Over the Paneling
Painting directly over the paneling is your easiest option. Follow these steps:
1. If necessary, use finish nails to tack down uneven seams.
2. Wash it down with a grease-cutting detergent or trisodium phosphate (TSP).
3. Prime with a good bonding primer.
4. Caulk gaps and seams, and fill and sand holes. If the paneling has a grainy texture, use your finger to fill little holes so you don’t create big flat spots.
5. Finish with two coats of good latex paint. I suggest flat paint, because the flatter the finish, the less irregularities will show. Most good paint companies now carry excellent washable flat paint.
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