filling in wood paneling to paint a smooth surface
#1
01-15-01, 03:22 PM
Please help! I have a client that wants a realistic mural of a valley painted on wood panneling. My Question is: Does anyone know a good filler for the 1/2"W x 1/4" deep grooves in the panneling. I need something that will adhere permanently to the already painted wood and provide a smooth surface. This miracle product needs to disappear so when you see the mural on the wall you don't see the filler.
Thank you so much for any responses.
Thank you so much for any responses.
#2
01-17-01, 05:01 AM
teadraw,
I would try Durams rock hard water putty or maybe even durabond, be aware that either of these products will need to be sanded and primed before painting, apply in the groove and wipe down smooth with the surface of the paneling, leaving no build-up but instead flush with the surface or you will have a heck of a time sanding all the grooves, even if this means 2 applications to get perfect.
Hope this helps.
I would try Durams rock hard water putty or maybe even durabond, be aware that either of these products will need to be sanded and primed before painting, apply in the groove and wipe down smooth with the surface of the paneling, leaving no build-up but instead flush with the surface or you will have a heck of a time sanding all the grooves, even if this means 2 applications to get perfect.
Hope this helps.
#3
01-18-01, 10:53 AM
Although I haven't tried them in this situation, I can't imagine that you could get Durams or durabond sanded smooth enough for a mural. I ran into the same situation about 10 years ago and what I did has lasted this long so...
First, prep the paneling with a deglossing agent (liquid sandpaper, deglosser or even lacquer thinner if you can't get anything else). Then fill the voids with plain old joint compound. Once it dries, sand it flush. Make sure to prime it with a good oil-based, STAIN-KILLING primer before continuing with your mural. Good luck
First, prep the paneling with a deglossing agent (liquid sandpaper, deglosser or even lacquer thinner if you can't get anything else). Then fill the voids with plain old joint compound. Once it dries, sand it flush. Make sure to prime it with a good oil-based, STAIN-KILLING primer before continuing with your mural. Good luck
