My husband thinks we can just paint over the existing paint in our bathroom, but some areas are lifting and peeling due to humidity from the shower. I believe we should strip the old paint, but after doing so, we discovered the paint is on just the drywall. It's turning into a much bigger project than we expected! What's the best approach for fixing this?
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You should definitely scrape off any loose paint and then mud and sand the damaged spots to make everything smooth. Don't forget to clean the walls thoroughly and use a good primer before repainting! For the paint, a semi-gloss is great for ceilings, while semi-gloss or eggshell works well for walls. This should help you achieve a nice finish!
Painting over peeling paint is a bad idea because it won’t stick properly to the lifted areas and will just peel again. First, tackle the humidity issue – that’s crucial! Once that’s sorted, then you can deal with the paint. Consider using a high-adhesion primer for the best results afterward.
Good point! The bathroom definitely has humidity issues. I’ll make sure to fix that first before tackling the paint.