Wall Prep FAQs
Before starting the painting service, it is important to prepare the walls. If you neglect this step, it will greatly affect the finish of the painting, so skipping this step is not an option. Effective wall preparation is required for beautiful and lustrous painting results. When it comes to wall preparation, the following questions may come to mind.
3 Frequently Asked Questions on Wall Preparation
Need to clean the walls? Yes. It is true that the walls should be cleaned before painting. If you skip it, wall mold may stick to the paint, but it will still grow and reduce the value of your newly painted walls. Paint will not adhere effectively. As a result, the paint may peel, blister, or crack.
Can new paint be applied over old paint? Yes, however, the walls must not be damaged or in need of repair. Second, you should use paint that has the same chemical properties as the new latex paint over the old latex paint. To avoid the old paint from bleeding through, you should use a shade darker than the previous one. Sometimes it helps to use a primer before applying new paint.
How long does it take to dry before starting to paint? Let the wall dry for 1-2 hours before painting. However, if the weather is cold or rainy, this time may not be enough, and drying may take longer. In this case, you can begin painting the day before.
This step is very important to the result of the painting, but it is recommended that you ask your painting contractor whether or not they do this step, as not all professional painters work in the same way. Contact us at AWI Painting and Power Washing for quality painting solutions at Monroe, CT. Please call (203) 264-8207 to discuss the painting service you need.