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Smoke and Nicotine stains and your painting project.

  Smoke/nicotine stains are a challenge for even the most experienced painter. So as a do it yourself project be prepared. This will not be fun or easy.

  First things first. If the wall you are painting have a "flat" finish, washing the walls before priming is a waste of time and money. You will only spread around the nicotine and soak it deeper into the paint that is on the walls now.

 If the walls have an "eggshell" or "satin" or "semi-gloss" finish washing can be helpful to a small extent. Areas you should concentrate on is where the stains are the heaviest. This is most often where pictures were on the walls and corners.  Do not invest a lot of time in this step. Just get the heaviest stains removed as best you can.

 MATERIALS
  You will need a (stain blocking) primer. This is critical as a standard primers will not do the job properly.
  This type of primer is most effective if it is oil based. Some brands offer a latex stain blocking primers but my personal experience as demonstrated that the oil base primer works better.
  As always read and follow the manufacture's instruction on how to apply the primer and any safety precautions. It is possible to tint your primer/sealer close to the finish color you have picked. This could make it possible for 1 finish coat to cover.

  Preparation is the same as with any other painting project. Tape any trim and other arias you do not want primer or paint on. Cover your floors with a high quality drop cloth (do not use plastic) it is slick and can create a slip and fall hazard.
 Make your wall repairs before you prime.

  Apply the primer/sealer according to the manufactures instructions. Ventilation is a very important part of your project. Open as many windows as possible have a fan bring in fresh air. Take frequent breaks and leave the room for fresh air.

  After you have primed/sealed the walls allow to dry over night before you begin to apply the finish coat.

QUICK TIPS
 Count on throwing away any brushes and roller cover you use to apply the primer/sealer.

 Don't use a cheap roller it will leave lint in the primer and the last thing you want to do is sand all of these walls.

 Use an inexpensive brush for your primer/sealer. BUT not for you finish paint.

GOOD LUCK.

Have a great coffee drink before you start


 
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