Saturday, March 13, 2010

Is there a way to paint over Vynle Drywall. If so, how ?

I think you mean ';vinyl covered drywall';. This type of drywall was generally used in Kitchens and Bathrooms. Sure, you can paint it, but don't expect it to be a ';permanent'; type of repair. Vinyl is a plastic, and plastic does not absorb anything. Paint (for proper adhesion) needs to be somewhat absorbed into the material that it's being applied on. As a construction specification writer, when I encountered this, I generally would ';spec'; an overlay using 1/4'; drywall (this can be hard to find, but it is available) or 3/8'; drywall (usually easy to find). You simply secure the new drywall on top of the old by gluing/screwing, then tape/spackle and finish the new drywall. If in a Kitchen or Bath, use a good quality low-lustre satin paint (I've had good luck with Sears ';Easy Living'; paint) and paint your new walls. For doors and windows that you encounter, remove the trim, extend the door/window jambs with wood to allow for the new overlay thickness, then either reinstall the existing trim or install new - your choice. Hopefully this all makes sense to you, if you have additional questions, drop me a line at keyboard.king@yahoo.com and I'll try to help.Is there a way to paint over Vynle Drywall. If so, how ?
You would need to use an epoxy paint.


Very good at adhering to anything, but very toxic smell..so open the windows

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