How to prepare walls & ceilings for decorating

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[@Markjonathan]

Videos are always so clear and useful! Thanks!

[@frontdeskworkspace254]

Thanks guys, just what I was looking for

[@sarahcb1986]

I love these videos... the guys make it all look very manageable!

[@thothtarottutorials2639]

many thanks well explained

[@Gollammeister]

I used to score old paper in a diamond pattern then soak warm water onto paper then using a scraper or a heavy duty scraper job done

[@georgiabrough7127]

Thank you for these tips. Really appreciate it x

[@bandq]

We hope you found the video helpful!

[@manuelahelenafernandes9798]

Thank you. This is very helpful!

[@bandq]

We're so happy you found this helpful! 😊

[@freyjah-j3351]

It was very helpful thank you b&q

[@manny3332]

Do you need to apply undercoat or primer to an already painted wall??

[@GacekDnb-dx7dp]

Thank you

[@bandq]

You're welcome!

[@Gollammeister]

I just use 100 grit to 120 grit fine sandpaper or 60 if it's really rough such as a lump of filler then switch to fine finish sandpaper then using a damp cloth wipe all areas of walls especially where you have sanded so it will remove dust dirt better to paint onto a clean surface than dirty

[@seanpeter1901]

Instablaster

[@a.856]

Thanks

[@bandq]

You're welcome 😊

[@Nippernator]

I've stripped textured wallpaper to reveal a heavily pitted stone-like surface. What are the necessary steps to take before painting? Should I plaster it first?

[@Mia-zt1jn]

Have you found out what to do yet?? Need help

[@Nippernator]

@@Mia-zt1jn We ended up applying a skim coat before painting. It's like plaster. You'll need to prime the wall with a PVA primer before applying the skim coat and then prime again before painting. This will give you a smooth surface which will accept the paint well

[@ddk4664]

Hire a decent industrial steamer and it just melts off

[@frambogambo6834]

What is the cleaning spray used?

[@bandq]

Hi, the sugar soap is used to prepare your walls for painting. This will remove any dust, grease, crayon or sticky hand prints, which will help give you a professional finish. I hope this helps 😊

[@benhaj7662]

Is primer as same as PVA?

[@bandq]

It isn't. Please see here: bit.ly/3AcgACX for our range of primer and undercoat 😊

[@pezulapezula1053]

How'd I get here from clues about aliens? ;-;

[@bubblegumpeach5662]

Don't blink

[@stevenpremmel4116]

Aliens love a well decorated house. Can't get enough of 'em.

[@LonleyCopy]

Strange?? I typed in donold trump Won't pay for the wall & this came up
Well done UA-cam? 🤔😛🤣