{"id":8682,"date":"2022-05-26T16:47:13","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T23:47:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/?p=8682"},"modified":"2022-05-31T11:24:24","modified_gmt":"2022-05-31T18:24:24","slug":"pro-spotlight-kilz-restoration-tips-with-daniel-ruiz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/pro-spotlight-kilz-restoration-tips-with-daniel-ruiz\/","title":{"rendered":"Pro Spotlight: KILZ Restoration Tips with Daniel Ruiz"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s take a deep dive into the life of a professional painter, Daniel Ruiz. Daniel brings over 22 years of painting experience with the mission to enhance and beautify people’s ideas and help bring those ideas to fruition. His father was the jack of all trades that carried his skills from their hometown in Mexico to the states. As his family grew, so did their home and he enjoyed working side by side with his father, grabbing hammers, screwdrivers, nails, etc., to eventually completing a painting project. As a teenager, he was always intrigued by art on the freeways and later combined his love of street art with his painting skills for additional income. Here on the Perfect Finish<\/em>, we are going to dive into a few questions with Daniel on how he gets the job done right.<\/p>\n

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What projects do you (Daniel) enjoy the most?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Most of my projects are residential projects on the interior and exterior of the home. I like changing personal spaces. Kitchens, bedrooms, I really feel like color helps change the atmosphere and the feel of a space. Could make them feel more at home or open the space and that makes them feel good which makes me feel good.<\/p>\n

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Why is a primer important and do you need to use a primer for every paint job?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Primer is the layer of protection that gives your paint a better base and grips to your paint as well as helps to bring out the true color of your paint. It is the best thing to do to make sure your job starts off with a clean canvas. Prime every time before you paint. Wash your walls, prime with a coat of primer and two coats of paint. This provides your wall with multiple coats of protection.<\/p>\n

Why choose KILZ Primers?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

KILZ Primer is available, front and center, at most hardware stores. It is my go-to brand because it\u2019s available, trustworthy, and I can rely on it for all my projects. It impacts my reputation that I can paint once and create long lasting coverage that speaks volumes to my customers.<\/p>\n

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For people who aren\u2019t sure, when would you spray, roll, or brush when applying primer and paint products?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

It is all about the different textures. Sprayers will have the finest finish, rollers will leave the best texture for high traffic areas, and brush for smaller areas, touch-ups, and cutting in. Brushes and rollers leave the best texture for high-traffic areas. I like sprayer applications because you can get into every nook and cranny. Sometimes spraying in homes can be difficult due to over-spray and lingering odors. It is also the quickest method.<\/p>\n

Why did you specifically choose KILZ Restoration\u00ae<\/sup> Primer for this job?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The previous tenant was a smoker and KILZ Restoration Primer helps block out the smoke smell and lingering odors in the ceiling and walls.<\/p>\n

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What general advice would you have for someone who has never done a DIY project?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

1. Research – Most hardware stores have samples. Always pick up a few options and paint a section of the room. Get a feel for how the color works with the lighting in the space or the furniture in your home. The color may look nice in store but might not compliment the things you already own.<\/p>\n

2. Be Prepared – Protect the space with drop cloths or plastic wrapping. Paint is like water and can get everywhere. Make sure you get everything out of the way and cover all the items you don\u2019t want painted. A little bit of extra prep-work goes a long way.<\/p>\n

3. Buying Product – In the past, I would always say go to the store and inspect everything in person, especially for first time DIYers. Since I am a professional painter, I know what types of tools I like to work with so I will order products online and while I wait for them to arrive, I use the time to do all my prep work. Masking the floor, covering the furniture, and putting all our drop cloths down in just the right place.<\/p>\n

This is a paid partnership with Daniel Ruiz. <\/em><\/p>\n

Always remember to refer to our website\u00a0<\/em>kilz.com<\/em><\/a>\u00a0or product back labels for additional information on which primer is right for your project and detailed instructions on how to apply our products. Check out our KILZ Coverage Calculator to understand your estimated paint needs for your upcoming project. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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