Has this decor effect been put onto the drywall afterwards, or is it integrated? Many homes in the southwest have this style, which resembles more of a textured plaster. If it is the latter, just sanding will not be sufficient. The only way that a smooth finish can be achieved is to remove the wallboard, install new unpainted drywall, then paint new.
I was wondering if you could help me with something -- I have an entirely oak kitchen. I know it's the rage now to paint or gel stain cabinets. I've been considering ...
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This is my front door and it has this thick paint on it that is not coming off very well. The paint clogs up the sandpaper. Can I just rough it up a little more and t...
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Has this decor effect been put onto the drywall afterwards, or is it integrated? Many homes in the southwest have this style, which resembles more of a textured plaster. If it is the latter, just sanding will not be sufficient. The only way that a smooth finish can be achieved is to remove the wallboard, install new unpainted drywall, then paint new.
I would. You want a smooth finish prior to painting. I would also use a primer before using paint for an even better painted surface.
Happy to help, Margaret!