Washing a wall before painting is an important step to ensure that the paint adheres well and looks even. Here are the steps to follow when washing a wall:
Start by removing all items from the wall and cover floors and furniture with tarps to protect them from dust and water.
Mix warm water and laundry soap in a bucket. It is recommended to use a laundry soap specially designed for walls, such as St Marc, or liquid Marseille soap such as carolin to be diluted in 5 liters of water.
Apply the mixture with a sponge or a sponge broom. Start at the top of the wall and work your way down to avoid leaving water marks on previously cleaned areas.
Rinse the wall thoroughly with clean water to remove all traces of soap. Use a clean sponge or cloth to wipe the wall.
Allow the wall to dry completely before painting. It is best to let the wall dry for at least 24 hours before painting.
It is important to note that if your wall is very dirty or was painted a long time ago, it may need to be scraped or cleaned with a paint stripper before washing. It is also important to check if your wall is compatible with water cleaning, some walls cannot be cleaned with water, they may crumble or degrade. It is therefore advisable to consult the manufacturer’s instructions or seek professional advice before beginning the washing process.
At Paris Smart Renov, we do the leaching before painting. We consider this an important step to ensure that the paint adheres well and looks even.
We use professional methods and quality products to wash the walls. We start by removing all objects from the wall and cover floors and furniture to protect them from dust and water. Next, we use mixtures of hot water and laundry soap to thoroughly clean the walls. The walls are then rinsed with clean water to remove all traces of soap.
We are experienced and qualified to do laundry work. We take into account the needs of each project and use appropriate products to protect walls and surfaces. In addition, we take into consideration the compatibility of each wall with the different laundry products. We make sure that the walls are ready for a new paint job, for an optimal result.
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