[header] How to troubleshoot exterior paint problems [title] Assess whether peeling paint is caused by too many layers of old paint. [step] Other possibilities are a poorly prepared surface or too much moisture. To fix peeling paint : [substeps] Remove peeling paint by power washing, sanding or calling in a professional to use a torch.
[header] How to troubleshoot exterior paint problems [title] Assess whether peeling paint is caused by too many layers of old paint. [step] Other possibilities are a poorly prepared surface or too much moisture. To fix peeling paint : [substeps] Remove peeling paint by power washing, sanding or calling in a professional to use a torch.
Applying some spray or water onto the surface is fine but repeated incidents might cause visible peeling later. Putty stains easily, and the finish will be paste-like. [title] Clean any dried paint and debris off of surface surface. [title] Rake in any soot, debris or dirt from inside interior or exterior the house. Repair any problem areas in the wood with vinyl spackling compound. Sand the exterior, particularly the speckled areas. Clear any skin off of the chipped enamel or build-up. Because peeling paint can diffuse over time, it can make the stripped paint look leaner than it actually is.