Steps To Paint A Deck With Peeling Paint
When the top layer of paint gets off due to any reason it is known as peeling paint. There can be several causes with which the paint can start to peel off a deck and such causes are mentioned below:
- The quality of the paint used on the deck is of substandard and it lacks the properties required to create a tight bond between the deck and paint.
- If the deck is dirty, it is necessary to clean any grime, dirt, and mildew from the surface because paint cannot adhere over the dirt surface.
- The most common cause by which a deck paint start to peel is moisture. The water vapors present on the deck separate the paint from the wood result in peeling the paint.
In order to repair or repaint a deck affected with peeling paint, the user needs to follow the below-given steps:
- Remove Loose Paint:
The first step in the process will be to remove any loose peeling paint from the deck surface by using a scraping tool or a stiff brush. - Sand The Area:
After that, the user needs to sand the entire peeling area lightly until the area smoothens. - Clean The Surface:
The next step after sanding will be to clean the surface and make sure there is no dirt present on it as the dirt affects the paint's adherence. Also, the user needs to make sure that the surface is completely dry before proceeding forward. - Apply Paint:
After that, the user needs to repaint the surface with the matching paint by using a roller or a brush. - Let The Deck Dry:
Once the deck is repainted, the user needs to let it dry completely before applying the second coat of paint if required.
Note:It has been recommended by the experts to repaint the entire deck in case, the original paint has faded away or the peeling area is very large. Repainting the entire surface helps to match the deck color with accurate shade.