Ceiling and Wall Painting Prep...?
Question:I have spots of peeling paint of a 40 yr old ceiling - its not cracked at all ... How should I prep this for paint?
Also, I have a wall of paneling that has discolored over the years, should/can I paint/wallpaper or do something else with it?
Answers:
if it is not cracked I wouldn't scrape it with a wire brush, I would scrape it gently and then sand it. Then use a good primer and you may want to use two coats of primer to seal it good. Sand it lightly in between coats of primer. don't use cheap paint, you will be sorry, as it doesn't last, cover well, or look good. Use a flat on the ceiling to hide any imperfections as any gloss shows everything. The paneling can be primed and painted but use TSP to clean it first. then paint away but it will take 1 primer and 2 coats to cover the paneling. Happy Painting. I have been a house painter for 15 years
Scrape the ceiling and get as much off as you can. (or use a wire brush). I would primer before painting. As for the paneling, if you want to go cheap, just prime and paint that also. Be sure to wash the wall with hot soapy water and dry before painting though. If it's that old it may have smoke and dirt that will muck up the paint job. Good luck! :)
Remove all loose paint and smooth out with some drywall joint compound. Use a good primer and paint. Paneling moves with temperature changes. I would recommend painting it after proper cleaning and primer.
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