Jakarta – Peeling paint is a common problem that is often found in homes. The signs usually start with the paint on the walls appearing cracked and then peeling. There are many reasons to forget paint, starting with too much moisture, too dry, mistakes when using the paint, and so on. To fix it, it needs to be repainted. To make it easier, you can follow the steps below.
Launching from the Better Homes and Garden page, here’s an easy way to fix peeling paint and how to prevent it from happening again.
1. Prepare all the tools
Before starting repairs, prepare gloves to protect your hands and also plastic as a base. Place a plastic sheet or tarpaulin under the wall you are repairing. Then, remove the furniture around there such as carpets, wall hangings and sofas so they don’t get dirty. After that, put a drop cloth around the room to keep paint splatters from getting on the furniture.
2. Remove Peeling Paint
After you have prepared everything, you can start by removing the peeling part of the cat Use a wire brush or a paint scraper to scrape off all the peeling paint. Do not use too much pressure when applying the paint so as not to damage the surface of the wall.
3. Wall Area Repair
After removing the peeling paint, you must first repair the uneven areas of the wall before starting to repaint. Apply putty for the patch using a putty knife, adjusting as needed. Smooth the surface and let it dry.
4. Sand the surface of the wall
To make the wall smoother and flatter, the next step is to sand the wall. Use very fine sandpaper to smooth the area. Sand slowly and don’t do it too hard, make sure the entire surface of the wall is flat.
5. Clean the walls
The area of the wall to be painted must be well prepared first so that the results are the highest and they do not crack again. Using a slightly damp tack cloth or sponge, clean the area to be painted. This is done so that the paint adheres well and reduces peeling. Clean the surface again with a clean, dry cloth and let it dry well.
6. Apply Primer
If moisture is the cause of peeling paint, it is important to protect newly painted walls from the same problem. Use a primer to seal the surface, protect against moisture, and make the paint stick better. Apply primer to each part of the wall to be painted and leave it to dry.
7. Repaint the walls
This is the main step, repainting. After completing the above steps, your walls are ready to be repainted. Apply the first layer evenly to the wall, do not apply the paint too thick, it is better if it is thin and even. If the paint color is not what you want, you can apply a second layer after the previous paint is completely dry. Continue to use it thinly, but evenly. When you are ready, it is certain that your new wall will be more stable and not peel.
I hope this helps!
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2024-05-12 07:12:37
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