Want to learn all about repainting a wall with peeling paint and prevent paint peeling in the future? Read our step-by-step guide today and ensure your paint looks fresh and flawless.
We all want our homes to look as beautiful as possible, particularly when it’s time for guests to arrive. Caused by high humidity or unsuitable painting preparation, peeling paint on walls has the power to make even a well-decorated room seem neglected and worn. However, we’re pleased to tell you that all is not lost if you find yourself faced with flaking, peeling paint. In this expert guide, we show you how to repaint walls with peeling paint and transform the appearance of your room in 4 easy steps so you can let your home shine again.
When the loose paint has been removed, you may find some sections are still lifting away from the wall but are quite solid! In this case, use the Seriously Good Paperhanging Knife to cut around the area of flaking paint, and strip the paint away up to the line. Follow this up by sanding the area again with the Ultimate Sandpaper and clean any dust away with a damp Seriously Good Microfibre Cloth to guarantee an even finish.
With the area cleaned up and that frustrating peeling paint removed from your walls, it’s time to fill any holes or cracks in the wall to prevent peeling from taking place in the future. Use the Ultimate Filling Knife to apply a small amount of fine surface filler to the areas where the top paint layer meets the bottom paint layer or plaster. When the filler has fully dried and solidified, use the Ultimate Fine Sandpaper and Seriously Good Cork Block to buff the area down until it is smooth to the touch. Once again use a damp Seriously Good Microfibre Cloth to clean the dust away and ensure your surface is pristine ready for painting.
Now to the painting! Take the Ultimate Walls and Ceilings Flat Brush and begin painting around any detail areas on the wall including your light switches and skirting. Next, switch to the Ultimate Walls and Ceilings 4″ Roller to transform your walls, ensuring fast and even coverage of the affected area. Depending on the amount of paint removed in the initial phases, several coats may be required to fully cover the area. If bare plaster is exposed when removing the paint, you will need to apply a mist coat as a first coat to effectively seal the plaster. Follow our How to Paint New Plaster tutorial for more guidance on this step!
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