Protect your walls from blistering and peeling

 

Common causes of blistering Common causes of peeling Solutions
Painting a hot surface in direct sunlight Excessive moisture in the wall or substrate Identify and eliminate the source of moisture
Applying paint to a damp or wet surface Water seepage through unsealed joints, worn caulk, or leaks in the roof or walls Use Global Paint Aquafix to treat affected areas
Moisture escaping through exterior walls Painting over a wet surface Ensure good ventilation and repair any damage
Exposure to dew, high humidity or train shortly after painting Previous blistering of paint
Remove loose paint before repainting
  Inadequate surface preparation Most important: use a high-quality primer like Stix or Benjamin Moore Multi-Purpose Primer for lasting results