Priming is always recommended to enhance coverage, adhesion and durability of the topcoat. Surfaces that should be primed include:
- Any unpainted surface, such as bare wood, plaster or new drywall
- Wallpaper
- Patched or repaired areas
- Paneling
- Stained surfaces
- Surfaces painted with oil-based paint
- Surfaces that will have an extreme color change (light to dark or dark to light)
- After priming, paint within twelve hours for best adhesion
