How to Treat Patchy Paint

Patchy paint can occur for a number of reasons. For instance, if the walls were painted improperly, without a coat of primer, the paint can leave patches when it dries and is liable to peel. However, even a well-painted wall can succumb to the ravages of time. Walls get damaged by nails and screws, and they can eventually become scuffed and cracked. However, the solution lies in renewing the paint job. With a little preparation and care, you can treat patchy paint yourself and make your walls look as good as new.

Paint roller
Paint
Primer
Sandpaper
Drop cloth
Rags
Masking tape
Spackling paste
Spatula

Instructions

- 1
  Prepare the area. Lay a drop cloth on the floor, and use masking tape to protect fixtures and fittings such as light switches, plug sockets and glass.
- 2
  Repair any damage in the wall using spackling paste. First, roughen the surface with a fine-grain sandpaper, and use a spatula to smooth over the spackling. Leave the compound to dry for 20 minutes, or follow the guidelines on the packaging.
- 3
  Sand the spackled area until it is smooth and even with the wall. Wipe off the dust with a damp cloth.
- 4
  Apply a coat of primer. This will create an even surface for the paint to adhere to the wall, and will cover irregularities and patchy areas. Allow the primer to dry completely.
- 5
  Paint the area with a roller. Blend in the edges of the new coat of paint with light strokes, lifting the roller away from the surface of the wall as it nears the original coat. The paint should dry with an even surface.

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