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  "name": "Do I need to prime an orange-peel patch before applying wall paint?",
  "description": "Yes. Unprimed texture absorbs paint unevenly, causing noticeable dull spots. A quality drywall primer seals the porous patch and ensures consistent color and sh",
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      "name": "Do I need to prime an orange-peel patch before applying wall paint?",
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        "text": "Always apply primer over fresh orange-peel texture before painting. Unprimed joint compound absorbs paint differently than the surrounding painted drywall, a defect known as flashing. This causes dull, discolored blotches where the repair occurred, even if the texture match is physically perfect. Applying a dedicated drywall primer seals the new compound, equalizes porosity, and ensures the topcoat sheen appears uniform across the entire surface.",
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