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.

Start with a Strong Foundation: Primer or Paint-and-Primer-in-One When it comes to raw drywall, prepping the drywall for painting is more than half the battle. Don't use paint-and-primer in one ...

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.