How to Deal With Paint Peeling Off Wall Paneling

Applying paint onto wooden paneling requires a clean scuffed surface for proper adhesion. If you have smooth paneling and the paint is peeling, first deal with the peeling paint before applying fresh paint to the paneling. Fortunately, the process is straightforward and will not require the use of harsh paint-stripping chemicals.

Putty knife
400-grit sandpaper
Drywall plaster
Tack cloth
Interior latex primer
Paint roller
Interior latex paint

Instructions

- 1
  Scrape all loose paint from the paneling, using the putty knife. Paneling is soft, so be careful not to gouge the corners of the wood with the putty knife.
- 2
  Sand the surface of the wall with 400-grit sandpaper to remove any additional paint and provide the necessary texture for proper paint adhesion.
- 3
  Fill the grooves in the paneling with drywall plaster and a trowel if you don't want the grooves to show through. Allow 24 hours drying time.
- 4
  Sand the surface of the wall with 400-grit sandpaper to smooth out the drywall plaster. Keep sanding the wall until the plaster is flush with the surface of the paneling.
- 5
  Wipe down the wall with a tack cloth to remove all dust.
- 6
  Paint the surface of the paneling with a quality interior latex primer and paint roller. Use a wide "W" pattern and overlap each stroke by 50 percent to ensure adequate coverage. Allow 24 hours for the primer to dry.
- 7
  Paint the surface of the primer with a quality interior latex paint and paint roller. Use a wide "W" pattern and overlap each stroke by 50 percent to ensure adequate coverage. Allow 24 hours for the paint to dry.

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