Using high quality paint, is it ok to paint directly over drywall joint compound?

You will be able to see where the compound is.There is a product called First Step , and First Coat,available at Lowes Home Depot,etc.This product is made just for your application,I blends in new work and evens out old work.If I was using quality paint I would use this product first and make the job look wonderful,not like patch work or blotchy.Using high quality paint, is it ok to paint directly over drywall joint compound?
You can do it but that section of wall will always look different in terms of gloss and some color difference. It is better to use a primer.Using high quality paint, is it ok to paint directly over drywall joint compound?
It is best to use a primer/sealer for new construction. This will seal the new compound and keep your high quality paint from soaking in, yielding a more uniform appearance to the finished wall.
It's okay. No one will arrest you.... but if you're using high quality paint, it'll cost you a fortune because the compound will just suck that paint up like a sponge and you'll have to put more and more coats of paint.





The best way to go is to use an oil-based primer over the drywall before putting your good paint on. Oil-based primer is inexpensive and will get the job done. This way, you'll only have to put one or two coats of paint on, as opposed to like 4, 5, 6 of expensive paint..... My favorite primer is Bull's Eye 1-2-3 or Kilz but any other oil-based primer is fine.





So hang onto your good paint, and prime it first.....
You really need to use a primer first. I would recommend latex for it's ease of installation and cleanup. And be prepared to put 2 coats of paint on, even if it is high quality.





Good Luck!!!