Peeling paint
Steps
- Find out why it peeled: moisture behind the wall (bathrooms, exterior walls, below windows) or paint applied over a glossy or dirty surface. Fix the moisture first or it will peel again.
+4 more steps in the full guide
Stop and call a pro if
- the house was built before 1978 (US) or 1980s (EU) and the peeling paint may contain lead — do not sand it dry