How Do You Paint Knotty Pine Walls?
Knotty pine walls, while great with some decorating schemes, just don’t complement all homes. Painting knotty pine can be challenging. Oiled pine may not accept paint well, while unfinished pine absorbs a lot of paint, which can result in uneven coverage. The resins inside the pine can bleed through the paint, creating unsightly stains on your wall. With a little care and preparation, however, you can paint pine walls to give your room a fresh look. Mix a solution of 1 cup of ammonia and 2 cups of warm water. Dip a rag in the solution and clean any dust, grease or debris that might have built up on the knotty pine walls. Lay down drop cloths, cover furniture, and tape off molding or areas you don’t want painted. Open windows and doors for good ventilation. Examine your walls to see if they have a glossy finish. If so, sand the entire surface with an electric sander and fine grit sandpaper. Wipe the walls with a damp cloth to remove dust and debris. Use wood filler according to the manu
