The memory faded remarkably fast.
However, a substantial splash of paint directly to my face brought it all back to mind.
Applying primer to ceilings using this board proved to be an extremely untidy undertaking.
For a light and swift do-it-yourself endeavor, this project is decidedly not suitable.
Since these fir boards are aged and marked with stains, I discovered through trial and error that they require priming with an oil base primer first. Otherwise, the stain will show through latex paint, causing a yellow tint. I am pleased to have found this low odour oil base primer that I highly recommend:
Subsequently, I learned that a foam roller is the optimal tool for application. You need to saturate it and press the product into the spaces between the boards. Insufficient paint in these gaps results in visible dark lines separating each board.
My spouse questioned the feasibility of getting paint between those boards, but I proved myself persistent and resolute.
When enough paint is successfully pressed in, the appearance is quite pleasing.
Things were progressing well (despite some arm discomfort) until I began the ceiling. Ugh. When I used the foam roller up there, paint cascaded onto my head.
Regardless of the technique employed, there was a considerable amount of paint 'splats' both on the floor and on my person.
The motel shower cap protected my hair, {Indeed, I must have looked quite lovely!} yet I believe I shed three layers of skin scrubbing the paint from my arms.
Nevertheless, now that the task is complete...
The effort proved worthwhile.
{Also, notice the attractive light fixture? I particularly appreciate the twine at the bottom extending the pull cord. Furthermore, this experience taught me that pigtail light bulbs immediately emit smoke when exposed to oil base paint!!}
