Is it a good idea to sand between coats of primer?

• <div><p>You don’t have to sand between primer coats. However, if you’d like, you may lightly sand your last coat to ensure a smooth surface before you apply the paint color.</p></div>

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Q: Are eco-friendly paints and stains available through professionals?

• <div><p>Yes, options with low VOC and sustainable ingredients ensure healthier choices.</p></div>

Q: Is it a good idea to sand between coats of primer?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t have to sand between primer coats. However, if you&rsquo;d like, you may lightly sand your last coat to ensure a smooth surface before you apply the paint color.</p></div>

Q: Is painting your countertops a good idea?

• <div><p>Painting your countertops is a good idea if you want to spruce up your kitchen or bathroom without having to install brand-new counters. It's also cost-effective, and it's a project that most DIYers can take on. Since there are so many paint colors to choose from, you'll be able to easily customize your countertops to fit your home's aesthetic.</p></div>

Q: How do you open a paint can with a twist lid?

• <div><p>Newer paint cans often come with an &ldquo;easy pour&rdquo; spout with a twist lid. These can be tricky to open, but the key is to grip the spout cover with your fingers and twist it counter-clockwise. There should be a raised ridge in the middle to make it easy to grab. For more standard twist lids, you can try prying the lid off by turning it with your hands, as you would a jar, or running it under warm water.</p></div>

Q: Can I paint over primer as soon as it dries?

• <div><p>Most primers should dry for 24 hours before painting over them, but some primers that are marketed as quick-drying may be paintable sooner. Check the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions on your primer to find out how long you should let it dry before painting. </p></div>

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Last update on November 11, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Excellent, professional quality work and communication. Seven rooms painted in two days, two coats of paint and clean up. Painters show up and get right into the project.Very conscientious and concerned about customer satisfaction. I Highly recommend 5 Star Painting of Stonewall.
Five Star Painting of Shreveport & Bossier City
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Reviewed in May 2023
He's very professional to deal with and can do any kind of painting I can think of. We were more than satisfied with what he did to the interior of our house. If we had wooden siding instead of vinyl, I'd have hired him to paint that as well. Any paint projects come up in the future...
Paint The Walls Studio
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Reviewed in April 2022
He said this project would take two weeks. Ten months in, it still isn't completed. I was without a sink, stove, oven or kitchen cabinets for six months. Whole weeks have gone by with nobody showing up, and most of the work that has been done is shoddy and rife with "beginner" mistakes. Tools of...
Lamp Property Development, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Thomas was hired to paint the master bedroom and bathroom. After I entered the request for bids he called in 15 minutes and that day I had a quote. On the day agreed upon he was supposed to come that morning but called to say he was caught on another job and would be there at 12:30. He showed...
Brady's Construction
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Reviewed in August 2016
The provider thoroughly checked and analyzed everything in the home, interior, exterior, under the house, roof area, Windows, wiring, plumbing, foundation, structure, exterior buildings, etc. He came equipped with all necessary tools and gadgets needed for a detailed inspection.
Corner-2-Corner
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Reviewed in February 2015
This company is the best in the business. They took great care in making sure all of my furniture was properly covered as well as my hard wood floors. James is very personable and knows what he is talking about. He is not out to over charge for some crappy job. he uses the best supplies for the...
Custom Painting By James
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