The reason for priming before texture,(rarely done these days),is that it allows the texture to adhere and dry evenly. When applied to a no primer surface, the texture reacts different on the mud joints vs. ... When knocking down,the the texture over the mud joints will drag more than the papered surface.
Do you prime sheetrock before texturing?
You could prime before texture if you want, but it is an unnecessary step when the fresh bare drywall is the perfect surface to accept texture as it is. Just brush the surfaces down with your hand or a dust brush beforehand so as to remove as much of the surface dust as possible.
How do you prepare drywall for texture?
Steps
- Use a sanding sponge to sand any difficult angles or corners. You can also use the sanding sponge for detail work.
- Use a fine grit sandpaper to sand your drywall. Sand with light pressure to avoid ruining the texture of the wall.
- Wear protective goggles and a dust mask when sanding.
