Thursday, May 14, 2015

How Can I Repair My Water Damaged Ceiling?

"A leak in our attic caused the paint on the ceiling below to bubble."
Alisa, via Facebook

Bubbles indicate that water may have damaged the drywall, says Tom Pawlowski, a building contractor in New York City. To repair it, start by scraping off the loose paint with a metal putty knife. (If this step reveals large holes or mushy material, call in a pro. But if you're faced with just a bit of flaking, keep going.) Smooth the surface of the ceiling with 120-grit sandpaper, then apply a coat of oil-based primer and let dry for 1 to 2 hours. Next, apply a thin layer of Spackle with a metal knife, let it dry (this could take up to 24 hours, depending on size), then sand the area thoroughly. Repeat the spackling process. When the surface is nice and smooth, apply primer and then repaint.


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