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  "name": "Do I need to prime a drywall patch before applying wall paint?",
  "description": "Yes, priming is essential. Unprimed joint compound absorbs paint unevenly, causing noticeable dull spots and flashing on your finished wall.",
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        "text": "Yes, you should apply a drywall primer or PVA primer to any patched area before painting. Raw joint compound and fresh drywall paper absorb paint much faster than the surrounding painted surface, a problem known as flashing. Flashing causes the patch to appear duller, lighter, or uneven in sheen under daylight. Applying a dedicated primer seals the porosity of the compound, ensuring that your final coats of paint show an even color and uniform sheen across the entire wall.",
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