{"id":9714,"date":"2023-06-30T08:43:15","date_gmt":"2023-06-30T15:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/?p=9714"},"modified":"2023-08-22T10:06:50","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T17:06:50","slug":"pro-spotlight-james-mansour-shows-the-power-of-a-good-primer-when-upcycling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/pro-spotlight-james-mansour-shows-the-power-of-a-good-primer-when-upcycling\/","title":{"rendered":"Pro Spotlight: James Mansour Shows The Power of a Good Primer when Upcycling"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"My name is James Mansour, and I am the owner and operator of Mansour Valley Painting in Mesa, Arizona. I also go by The Arizona Painter online where I work to educate and share my love of painting, including the intricacies of the craft. With over 20 years of experience, my company specializes in exterior and interior painting while always emphasizing the importance of proper prep work. I am partnering with KILZ to highlight one of my favorite products, KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a>. I chose a DIY upcycling project because I am a huge supporter of teaching my customers and online audience how to properly prepare surfaces for paint, and then use paint to completely transform an object or space.<\/p>\n

I love the idea of upcycling. Not only does it allow you the freedom to create a unique accent for your living space, but it is also sustainable and environmentally friendly. Upcycling is a term used to describe the process of repurposing old, unwanted things into unique, creative, and new items. By choosing to upcycle I am also contributing to waste reduction, conservation of natural resources, and allowing myself an opportunity to innovate. I knew I had to find the perfect piece for this project, so I started by paying a visit to a few local Goodwill stores. After much deliberation, I found a wooden wine rack that my wife loved. It was the perfect size and shape for the dividing wall between our kitchen and living room. In order to kick this project off right, I would need the perfect primer. I chose KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a> because it provides excellent adhesion, high-hide coverage, and excellent stain-blocking performance, making it the ideal primer for surfaces like wood.<\/p>\n

Along with the KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a>, I used the following supplies to get started: a scrubber pad, 220 and 320-grit sandpaper, latex gloves, drop cloths, and mineral spirits. As a helpful tip, be sure to properly follow the safety instructions listed on the product labels or online for the correct application and use of the products.<\/p>\n

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Setting up my workspace was the next step. I used two tables to hold each piece of the wine rack after the disassembling process. With a screw gun in hand, I broke the wine rack down into individual pieces. I then used 220 grit sandpaper to remove the current finish and wiped each piece clean with mineral spirits, preparing them for the first coat of primer. I used a small \u00bd-inch thick roller nap to apply KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a>. After allowing it to dry for only an hour, I lightly sanded all surfaces again and then was able to apply a second coat using the same size roller nap. Due to the mil thickness of the primer, it fills in the wood grain and any small scratches and imperfections in the wood, providing a perfectly smooth surface for paint application.<\/p>\n

Since this piece will get used quite often, the superior adhesion provided by KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a> will prevent the topcoat from scratching and chipping, ensuring a longer lifespan. After the surface was properly primed and restored, I allowed it to dry for 24 hours. Once completely dried I used 320 grit sandpaper to smooth down all surfaces in preparation for the topcoat. For this project, I decided to use BEHR PREMIUM\u2122 Spray Paint in Black Satin for the main legs and shelf brackets. Then I used BEHR PREMIUM\u2122 Spray Paint with a Hammered Finish in Dark Bronze on the shelves and wine racks to give the piece more visual interest with a two-toned finish.<\/p>\n

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Finally, after another 24 hours of drying time, the rack was ready to be reassembled. It is important to give this additional cure time to make sure the surface is completely dry, and all the products are working together to provide the sleek, durable, and long-lasting finish I hope to get. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly helps save time and money as KILZ 3\u00ae<\/sup> PREMIUM Primer<\/a> offers dependable and consistent results. Placing the piece in the perfect location on the divider wall, I felt I had achieved my desired outcome. It was another job done right with an Instagram-worthy finish, and a piece I can be proud of for years to come.<\/p>\n

Thanks for joining me on another project,<\/p>\n

James Mansour
\nThe Arizona Painter<\/p>\n

To learn more about primer solutions, visit kilz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Always remember to refer to our website\u00a0<\/em>kilz.com<\/em><\/strong><\/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\u00a0<\/em>Coverage Calculator<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to understand your estimated paint needs for your upcoming project.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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