Wall Putty vs Primer: What Goes First?
SURFACE PREPHalf of all site arguments start here. Putty and primer do different jobs, and the order you apply them decides how long your paint lasts.Updated July 2026•6 min read•By The Turbolux Team Short answer: Primer goes first. On new plaster the proven sequence is one coat of cement primer,
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Do You Really Need a Primer Before Painting?
SURFACE PREPARATIONWhen primer is essential, when you can skip it, and what happens if you get it wrong.Updated July 2026•7 min read•By The Turbolux Team Short answer: Yes on any bare, new, repaired or previously failed surface. Primer seals porous alkaline plaster, blocks the alkali that would otherwise attack your
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New Home Painting Checklist: From Bare Plaster to Finish
NEW HOMEPainting a brand new house? Follow this step-by-step checklist so your first coat lasts for years, not months.Updated July 2026•8 min read•By The Turbolux TeamShort answer: To paint a new home the right way, let fresh plaster cure for at least 28 days, then work in order: level the
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Why Is My Paint Peeling and Flaking? Causes and Fixes
PROBLEM SOLVERWhy paint peels and flakes, and how to fix it so it stays put.Updated July 2026•9 min read•By The Turbolux Team Short answer: Paint peels and flakes for four main reasons: moisture behind the wall, poor surface prep, no primer, or painting over old failing paint. The fix is
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