Q: I am planning to paint the living room and recently found out that it’s recommended to use a primer before painting. What is paint primer, is it really necessary, and how long does primer take to ...

Applying a coat of primer before painting can seem like a waste of time to any DIYer in a hurry, especially since many paints come with primer formulated into them. However, in some situations, not ...

Start with a Strong Foundation: Primer or Paint-and-Primer-in-One When it comes to raw drywall, prepping the drywall for painting is more than half the battle. Don't use paint-and-primer in one for ...