{"id":1044,"date":"2021-10-29T17:57:32","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T20:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powertoolbase.com\/?p=1044"},"modified":"2022-11-18T15:13:17","modified_gmt":"2022-11-18T18:13:17","slug":"paint-over-peeling-paint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powertoolbase.com\/paint-over-peeling-paint\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Paint Over Peeling Paint? (Cracked, Chipped & Flaking Paint)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As tempting as it may be, cutting corners rarely saves time in the long run. This is certainly true when it comes to painting over peeling paint, so here’s why it’s not a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s not advisable to paint over peeling paint as the paint will begin to peel again within a few months. Cracked, chipped, flaking, or peeling paint needs to be removed before priming and repainting to ensure the paint adheres properly to the surface. Priming before painting ensures the paint lasts for many years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
My guide will take you through the necessary steps to ensure your paint job lasts for many years to come. I’ve included all the equipment you need, which you can purchase on Amazon by clicking the link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Fix Peeling Paint Before Painting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If scraping your paint back to bare wood or concrete sounds unappealing, you can try repairing the peeling paint. This is both cheaper and faster than starting from the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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You will need the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Fine-grit sandpaper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Wire brush and\/or scraper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Painter’s tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Drop cloth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Patching putty<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Putty knife<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Clean rag<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Primer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Roller and brush<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Protect the floor and any areas of the wall that you do not want to splash with paint. You may also want to use painting garbs if you want to keep your clothes decent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Scrape and Brush<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Remove any residues and loose paint. Start by scraping off the peeling and cracked paint. Use a wire brush if you want to avoid gouging out the wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Fill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Apply the putty with a putty knife. The fill does not need to be perfect, but try to keep it free of holes and level with the surrounding material. Wetting the knife can help with smoothing off the putty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n