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How to Make Red Paint Really Red

True red
True red
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By Shenison
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Very dark colors like black and red require a little preparation. You can darken red into a vibrant hue with some primer, and then use the paint to enliven your space.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Grey primer and sealer
  • Red paint
  • Brushes
  • Stirrers
  • Paint pans
  • Rollers

    Make Red Paint Really Red

  1. Step 1

    Prepare the room for painting. Complete instructions for getting a room ready to paint can be found in the eHow article "Preparing a Room for Painting."

  2. Step 2

    Open the can of grey primer and sealer. Carefully stir the primer until it is a uniform color.

  3. Step 3

    Using a paint brush apply the primer all the way around the edges of the wall just as you would paint. Use a roller to cover the rest of the wall. Let the primer dry completely.

  4. Step 4

    Use a brush to go over any areas of the wall that are not completely covered with primer. Let the primer dry completely.

  5. Step 5

    Open the can of red paint. Stir the contents until the red is a uniform color.

  6. Step 6

    Use a brush to apply the red paint to the edges of the wall. Use a roller to cover the rest of the wall. Let the paint dry completely. Apply a second coat in the same way. Now your red will be really red, and not pink.

Tips & Warnings
  • Make sure the primer is put on thick enough to completely cover the old paint.
  • Skipping the primer will leave you with pink instead of red.

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lilybean said

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on 2/7/2008 thanks! that helped

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