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    Aug 18, 2010, 03:51 AM
    Primer cracking
    After applying primer it began cracking when dried... only in some areas of the room, not all. What to do?
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    Aug 18, 2010, 05:07 AM

    Did you apply latex primer over oil based paint? Or over glossy paint without any sanding? Or perhaps over wall that wasn't washed to remove oil or grease deposited from say, physical contact or cooking.
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