Do you need to prime after filler?

If low spots still exist, reapply body filler. Do not proceed to Primer Filler stage until filled area is even. Adding body filler AFTER primer filler should be avoided to prevent possible adhesion, staining and shrinkage concerns. 6 Ready for Primer Filler PD-1510 when body filler is completed and the car is straight.

Do you need primer on filler?

For small repairs, you can bog directly over the bare metal. If the repair is larger, or you're looking for a longer-lasting job, apply a base coat of epoxy primer before laying on the filler.

What primer Do you use over body filler?

If spraying two coats, the product must dry overnight before applying over body filler. Wet sanding epoxy primer is usually the best way to prep it because epoxy has a tendency to clog paper when sanded dry. Polyester primer is a very thick two-part product and is used when there's a good deal of bodywork.

Can you use primer on filler?

When you've done everything you can to fill rust pits and strip old paint from sheet metal, one of the best ways to cover any remaining imperfections is to use a filler primer, as known as heavy-bodied primer or high-build primer.

Is filler the same as primer?

Autobody filler is (basically) made of a vinyl ester or a polyester type resin. Epoxy primer is (basically) made of an epoxy type resin. If you were to bond/glass over a metal pad to a fiberglass boat, vinyl ester or polyester is never used, epoxy is.

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How many coats of filler primer do I need?

Strain Filler Primer with a fine screen before pouring it into a spray gun cup. Set the conventional spray gun pressure to 30-40 psi. Apply 2-3 coats allowing 5-10 minutes of dry time between coats.

Do you have to Prime filler before painting?

Putting it right

Make sure that all filled areas are rubbed down smooth and level. You will need to prime the filler before painting to prevent subsequent coats being absorbed more rapidly than on other areas.

Can I paint straight onto filler?

If the filled area was very large I might wack a thinned coat of paint over it just to make sure that it all sealed off properly and to check it looked OK but I wouldn't normally over small areas. As a rule I put 2 coats over filler otherwise it can flash.

What is priming filler?

About Filler Primer Spray

Rust-Oleum® Filler Primer is a hi-build formula that fills in minor imperfections in the surface and improves top coat adhesion and appearance. For use on metal, wood and fiberglass surfaces.

What comes first primer or bondo?

The opinion by a large amount was to put epoxy primer down on bare clean metal first and the filler next. Southern Polyurethanes which makes high quality primers that are used by quality restoration shops says to use their epoxy primer before bondo.

How thick can you apply body filler?

Thickness Matters

You do not want to apply body filler to anything that is thicker than about a 1/4”. That does not mean it can't be done, but the repair will not last as long. Eventually the filler will shrink and possibly crack, or even pop off!

Why does filler show through paint?

Different fillers have varying levels of absorbtion as does the original surface of the wall. That means when you paint over it the paint behaves in a different way on each surface. Ideally when you use filler you need to prime it with a watered down solution of your top coat.

How long should fillers dry before painting?

Ensure the filler is touching both sides of the gap. Run a wet finger or knife along the filled line, pushing it into the gap. Use a damp cloth to remove any excess. Allow the line to dry at least 30 minutes before taping and/or painting.

How do I get a smooth finish with polyfilla?

Polycell Finishing Skim Polyfilla is the easy way to give a beautiful smooth finish to slightly rough or uneven plaster. Ready mixed for ease of use, it will skim up to 3mm thick and adheres strongly to plaster. Simply brush it on and smooth off. Gives a smooth finish to slightly rough or uneven plaster.

How long leave fillers before sanding?

Give the filler at least 30 minutes to harden; a full hour is even better. True wood fillers may dry so hard that you'll have a tough time hand-sanding it.

Can polyfilla be painted over?

When painting over pollyfilla I always seal it first, but wetting the surface of the polyfilla and then going over with a watered down emulsion. Otherwise the polyfilla sucks the moisture out of the paint and you get blistering, which is what I imagine is causing the problem in your case.

Can you use emulsion on filler?

When using filler it is always good practice to thin down the first coat of emulsion when painting the surface.

Can you skim a wall with filler?

Yes it is fine, works fine but is for small sections. Even when used between drywall's and applied several times after being painted, the joint can be seen at a certain angle and light. I wonder why and most of all how the wall or ceiling will be applied evenly, as with a multi finish - easy filler dries faster.

Do I need a 2k primer?

It's not necessary if you have a good 2k fille primer slash sealer foundation. Because if you reduce 2k filler primer its pretty much acts as a sealer. And on some brands, it'll tell you if you want to use that as a sealer. Add like 10 more reducers to thin it out, basically, you're just gonna thin it out a little bit.

Which is better 1K or 2k paint?

1K paint dries faster and is easier to use, offering excellent durability. 2K paint dries slower and is more difficult to use but is more durable. Most painters use 1K paint because it is tough enough to get the job done and significantly easier to work.

Is high-build primer the same as filler primer?

Some restorers believe filler primer is little more than liquid body filler. In most cases, the filler primer or high-build primer is also a urethane product. You can generally add as many coats of filler primer as you want, sanding between each coat (as some restorers do) or after every three or four coats.