Let’s face it, interior paint won’t last forever and goes through lots of wear and tear. It’s common to have painting problems with the walls in your home, but not all of them will need a professional painter to fix.

Whether you don’t like the look of your paint, there is a cosmetic problem or you have mold in your walls, there are DIY solutions to your painting problems. Here are some common issues and how you can fix them. 

Cracking, Flaking And Clumping

Vein-like lines that appear through at least one coat of paint. They can be faint initially but can deepen into jagged flakes over time. This can occur from moisture being trapped beneath the surface of the paint or surface contamination such as dirt, oil and grease. 

To fix these painting problems you will need to remove all loose material back to a firm edge. You can do this with a scraper, or heat gun or other tools, depending on the problem. Then prime the spot and recoat with the appropriate paint. If it is a large area, it is best to totally strip the surface and start again. 

Blistering Or Bubbling

This occurs when paint fails to properly adhere to the surface and lifts off of it in multiple rounded bumps. These painting problems can occur on both interior and exterior surfaces. Often this paint problem occurs with heat or moisture. If the surface was painted in direct sunlight or hot surfaces, blistering and bubbling are bound to occur. Newly dried paint in a humid or rainy climate may also blister.

To fix bubbling paint, pop or burst a few of the bubbles and inspect the backside of the blistered paint to determine what was the culprit of the problem. 

If the blister has several coats of paint and popping them reveals bare substrate, then moisture is the cause of issue.

If blisters are only in the previous coat of paint, then heat is likely the cause of the paint problem. 

You will want to remove blisters and the underlying paint or primer and smooth out the surface. Before you paint again, make sure the surface is below 90 degrees Fahrenheit. When you stir the paint, make sure not to stir too quickly and add bubbles to the paint. When you are rolling the paint onto the surface be sure to use the right speed. If bubbles appear, slow your stroke speed.  

Alligatoring

Similar to its name, this problem resembles reptile skin and the paint starts to wrinkle in wide rectangular cracks. This problem is more common with oil based paints and occurs when paint expands and contracts in response to temperature. If a more flexible coat (latex) is applied over a glossy finish, or not allowing the paint to fully dry before the next coat can cause alligatoring. 

To fix this you will need to remove the scaling with scraping, sanding or chemical removers. Rinse the surface to remove dust and let it dry. Prime, allow to dry and repaint. 

Filler Showing Through Paint

Wall filler is important when covering cracks in your wall, but it can be frustrating when it shows through your paint. These painting problems are easily fixed though.

To fix this paint problem, smooth and sand down the surfaces so they are all level. You will need to prime the filler before repainting so that subsequent layers of paint don’t get absorbed more rapidly than other areas. Use a coat of regular emulsion, that is thinned with clean water. Once it is dry, apply a full coat of emulsion. 

Mold Growth

Having mold growth occurs most often on exterior surfaces and again, is due to moisture. 

To treat mold, you should use a fungicidal wash to rinse the area. Once it is dry and coated with your masonry paint, you can add a weather protection paint to keep the problem from happening again. 

Rosewood Painting

If fixing painting problems in your home seems too daunting, call Rosewood Painting! We help your home to remain comfortable and free of paint problems over time. Painting is relatively inexpensive and is the easiest way to upgrade your home. You can learn more about the services that we offer and our prices by giving us a call today. 
If you are looking for a full remodel, or even just a small remodel in your space, we offer services to help. Wallpaper removal, sheetrock repair and window cleaning, just to name a few.

The most common remodel in a home is a kitchen remodel and it is also the most costly and extensive. It can be really valuable for your home and add more productivity if done right. But how do you do that? What aspects should you focus on? What materials are best for your home?

Here are some important aspects that you should consider before beginning the process of a remodel. 

Determine Your Why

Before you start any remodel it is important to determine what you want to accomplish with the update. Are you wanting to add more space? Are you wanting to add better lighting or just more updated appliances? 

Making a list of why you want to complete a kitchen remodel can help you stay focused when actually working on the kitchen. Getting side-tracked is the easiest way to spend more money and time than you planned. Keeping your vision in mind helps to make sure that you are in love with your kitchen after the remodel is complete.

Timeless Materials

Choosing all the materials for your kitchen is a daunting and important task. You will want to choose timeless materials if you want your kitchen remodel to be in style for a long time. Choosing timeless materials also helps with the resale value of your home if you ever decide to sell.

Some timeless materials include subway tile, marble, white shaker cabinets and wood floors.

Once You Move Plumbing, That’s Where It Stays

Changing the layout of your kitchen may require you to move appliances and plumbing. Keep in mind that plumbing can be adjusted and moved, but it is expensive and sometimes really complicated to adjust. Keep in mind your “why” when you are deciding if you want to move the plumbing. 

There are many kitchen designs that look just as classy without moving the plumbing. Updating appliances, changing paint colors, adding or changing shelving, etc. 

Consider The Resale Value

With any home project, you should keep in mind how the updates will affect the value of your home. The kitchen is the heart of the home, so you should keep in mind the functionality and other trends when you choose elements of your kitchen. 

Any money you put in your kitchen you will ultimately get back out. People are always looking for updated kitchens when they are buying a home, so keeping your kitchen up to date can increase what you get for your home. Completing a kitchen remodel will help you feel more comfortable in your kitchen and help out your future home buyers as well.

Storage Space

While designing custom cabinets may be appealing, it is not the only option. You should choose cabinets that are in your budget, but also keep your kitchen looking clean. There are ways to upgrade your current cabinets, floating shelves and unconventional storage spaces. 

Depending on what you want to accomplish with your remodel, will determine what you do with your cabinets. If the whole purpose of your kitchen remodel is to add more storage, then the majority of your budget should focus on the cabinets and storage solutions. 

Choose Practical Countertops

Countertops should be made out of durable materials but choosing a material that fits both aesthetics and practicality helps you to get the most out of your kitchen. An important aspect to keep in mind is if the material requires maintenance or not. Doing some research about what countertops are right for you can help your kitchen remodel. 

Let Rosewood Help You Our team is ready to help you build the kitchen of your dreams. The kitchen should fit your unique needs and be able to change and adapt with your family. We ensure quality service that will get you back in your kitchen as soon as possible. If your kitchen is uncomfortable and outdated let the experts at Rosewood Home Remodeling remodel your kitchen. Contact us today!