painting popcorn insulation of boler?

[kip]

Hi all

Just curious if anyone has painted the popcorn wall insulation of a boler and what type of paint did u use? I know I couild rip it all out and start new but its in pretty good shape other than a slight yellowing so paint makes sense.

Thanks!

[lanabird]

I have popcorn insulation in my surfside and it was really stained so I painted it with kitchen and bath room paint. That was 2 years ago and it is still great.

[kip]

Originally Posted by lanabird

I have popcorn insulation in my surfside and it was really stained so I painted it with kitchen and bath room paint. That was 2 years ago and it is still great.

Oil or water base? Did you prime with anything first?

Thanks!

[lanabird]

it was water base, and no primer. just wipe down with soap and water

[Jnugent]

Hey, I want to paint the interior popcorn foam insulation too. When I suggested painting it my husband was concerned that it might crack? Have you found that the paint has held up well?

[lanabird]

well it has been nearly three years now and it looks just great . don't forget that i used kitchen / bathroom paint, that is moisture and mold resistant.
i only used one coat, but you can wipe off any dirty hand prints.
lanabird

[Rick Mooyman]

I used Kilz Primer first and then a good quality exterior white paint inside my first Boler that I co-owned with my son. He still owns that Boler and the paint is holding up very well 6 years later.

Rick

[Jnugent]

Thanks for the quick replies everyone! This is so helpful. :-)

[immrbill]

Just did my 1980 Boler last week. Washed the inside down with TSP, let it dry and painted it. Used latex paint with a fluffy roller on the popcorn and a brush on all the trim.

[jkmboler]

If you use TSP make sure you rinse with clean water (several times).

Better yet, use ammonia instead of TSP, just make sure to keep the space well ventilated.