I Am Getting Air Bubbles in the Paint With a Sponge Roller

Using a roller or sponge to paint large surfaces, such as floors or walls, is a quick way to get the area covered. Add a long handle to the end of the brush and you can reach high places without using a ladder. However, using a sponge roller can sometimes cause air bubbles to develop in the paint. When these air bubbles dry, small craters are formed on the paint surface. Troubleshooting the cause of the air bubbles will make your painted surfaces look smooth and blemish free.

Paint stir stick
Primer paint
Paint thinner or reducer

Instructions

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  Allow the paint to dry thoroughly before applying an additional coat on top; bubbling sometimes occurs when paint is applied on top of a previous paint layer before that layer has completely dried.
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  Use a paint stir stick to mix your partially filled paint can rather than shaking it to prevent excess air from being incorporated into the paint.
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  Apply the paint at a slower speed, which will allow a thicker coat to be applied and may eliminate bubbles.
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  Apply a primer paint coat to the surface you're painting before applying regular paint; this will allow the top coats to adhere better and eliminate any air pockets.
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  Check the label to see that the paint thinner or reducer that you're using is recommended for the paint that you're using. Follow the directions exactly for what type of thinner to use and how much to mix in.

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