Mixing joint compound and primer?

[Jeremy airjer W]

So I am getting around to fixing the ceiling in the kitchen. Let's just say there was an incident involving squirrels, roof vents, and rain. I have the cracks filled as well as all the spots that needed to be filled skimmed with joint compound. The ceiling is not textured nor do I plan to do so but I don't want the patches to stick out like a sore thumb either.

So, I though (never a good idea to get this guys wheels turning) why not mix joint compound with primer and roll on a couple of coats just to even everything out. Sort of like a high build primer surfaces that is used in auto body repair.

My question is, is this something that is done "normally" or will I be the Guinea pig? If it can be done are there any ratios that are good to use, half and half, 60/40 , etc. Or, other than skimming the entire surface or replacing the ceiling is there some other products that may be a good substitute?

Thanks for the help!

[Eric Wettschreck]

I know a few guys who do this, for a living. However, if you do not want a textured look I'd run away from this idea. Rolling on mud will texture it. You could always go behind and do a knock down if so desired.

I just finished some major renovations at my place. On a couple of walls I skim coated the whole thing. Personal preference but I'm not a fan of texture.

[Tom7227]

I came to the conclusion a long time ago that the best way to get a decent looking result is to hire it out. I just can't ever get a decent result. If your job isn't big enough then you'll have to spend time on it.

I wonder if putting the primer in the compound may just make it that much harder to smooth out. I look at the primer as a sealer type of thing and it would just seem that it would get in the way of sanding it down.

[Pat K]

Instead of trying to mix something yourself, you can get high build primer for walls & ceilings at just about any home center or paint store.

[JeremyCampbell]

There are applications of these products in the Behr line of paint.Talk to your painting department at Home Dep_0t.There are many products and techniques you can inquire about there.Hire an outfit to do it if you can.It is not as easy as 123 to do this yourself.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Instead of trying to mix something yourself, you can get high build primer for walls & ceilings at just about any home center or paint store.

Am going to check on that! Thanks Pat!