When you install fresh drywall, it's tempting to jump straight to painting. After all, fresh surfaces are a blank canvas, right? Uh, not quite. Before that first coat goes on, primer is a must.

It's tempting to paint walls without putting down an undercoat of primer, but experts know better. That's because primer adheres strongly to surfaces, covers the old color better and helps the ...

Valspar has introduced its new Oil-Based Primer + Sealer, a high-performance primer designed to block stains, improve adhesion, and prepare surfaces for a smooth, lasting finish. The primer tackles ...