Strain old paint through a paint strainer or a pair of tights. Usually, lumps on the walls I paint are due to paint splatter from the brush roller, as I paint a nearby area. The first time I primed I poured into a tray and put the lid back on tight. I knock them down with a sanding sponge, and retouch with paint. Sometimes this paint contains contaminants such as dirt, small bits of wood or dried pieces of coagulated paint. The fix. Same results in all cases. The paint isn’t new but is only about a year old. Hold the spray can about 12" away from the object you are painting and keep the can moving. When a gritty surface is dry, rub down with a damp wet-and-dry abrasive paper until it is smooth, wipe clean, then apply a new coat of paint. Using two or three light coats will give you a better finish and dry quicker. We have tried two different cans of Sherwin Williams Cashmere and Kilz Primer. 2. ... Really not sure why paint nor primer is sticking to wall. Painting Interior Walls ... pulling away only at the very end of the stroke to avoid clumping. This will remove the excess paint and make your wall look smooth. Make certain that leftover latex paint that has been in storage in your garage has not gone bad before using it. As you paint, the brush picks up pieces of debris that inevitably make their way back into the source can. Paint thickening and clumping/running on wall- Need help!! Synthetic short-napped roller covers (1/4 inch) work best on most walls, ceilings, and trim. Painting a room with bad latex paint … Harder to paint in all the details of my cabinet doors. If you notice paint clumping up in the edges between panels, swipe down with the paint brush. Large surfaces tend to intensify color, and you might end up with a louder color than you intended. 2. Usually I catch these, but after the paint dries, I find 5-10 or so. If it's too big to hold this way, hold it by the handle like a tennis racket. If you stop moving, the paint will be thicker there and tend to run. Luckily, you can solve this problem with the help of a simple paint strainer. The handle should rest in the crook of your thumb, and your thumb and fingers should be grasping the metal band around the bristles. Posted by 1 year ago. Use a paint shield or piece of card to guard against picking up dirt from a floor. Viewing colors on a small paint swatch can give a different visual impact than seeing them on a large wall. The second time I did the same, so I don't think it's the primer drying out or anything like that. To fix them, wait until the paint has dried, then scrape the drips off the wall with a paint scraper and sand the area smooth. Keep the paint brush you used for cutting in near you during this step. How to Tell if Latex Paint Has Gone Bad. Always paint with clean brushes and use a paint kettle. New paint brush is clumping. Repaint the section carefully, blending it in with the rest of the wall. 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