Drywall Painting

If you're planning to do some painting around the house, it will probably be on drywall. Used worldwide as the standard finishing material for interior walls, drywall's inner core is made of gypsum plaster with a heavy paper cover that attaches to your wall's frames, covering the insulation, wiring, and plumbing.

CalFinder's extensive series of drywall articles cover everything from installation to repair. This section, however, is exclusively dedicated to the most fun and cost-effective part of the process: painting. It's also the step that ultimately brings the vision of the home together. So, now that you've made those unsightly holes disappear, find out how to prime your drywall and create many different looks with paint. Your eyes will thank you!

Primer Preparation for Drywall

A guide to the proper preparation of drywall surfaces for painting. Types of drywall primer and stain killers are covered, as well as application and types of paint.… Read more »

Drywall Paint, Why Choose Latex?

This article looks at the option of latex paint for drywall. The physical make up of latex paint is discussed, as well as different sheen options and comparison to oil based paints.… Read more »

Drywall Paint, Textured

This guide gives an introduction to selection of textured paints for drywall, as well as application and proper painting... read on→

Drywall Paint, Oil-based

An overview of the qualities and make up of oil based paints. This articles compares oil based paints with latex, pointing out differences in voc content, breatheability, and durability.… Read more »

Drywall Paint, Sprayed

A look at the advantages of spraying paint on drywall interiors. Application, surface preparation, and how to rent spray equipment are discussed.… Read more »

Drywall Paint, Glaze

A guide to the use of glazes when painting over drywall to achieve unique finishes. The process of mixing paint with the glaze material, sponging, and color washing are described. Also, faux finish is discussed.… Read more »

Drywall Paint, Rolled

This guide to rolling paint over drywall includes information on how to properly prepare surfaces, protect areas with masking, and recoat. Also discussed are the tools required to successfully roll paint.… Read more »

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