I plan to remove the old layers of paint that are peeling, before painting. We have installed a fan/vent, but the humidity in the full bathroom is still very high. What sort of wall cover can I use, that won't succumb to mold/mildew or peeling?
2006-08-29 11:40:36 · 11 answers · asked by MamaBear 6 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Behr has a new paint out this year called Kitchen and Bath Sateen paint that comes in all the Behr colors that has 3 mildicides and extra protection for high humidity areas.
2006-08-29 19:09:22 · answer #1 · answered by ecofriendlygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's some nice synthetics that look like grass matting, if you don't want to paint.
If you do paint, be sure to use a latex semi-gloss, as it's more water-resistant than flat paint. Be sure to use a primer, especially since you've removed layers of paint and the walls may have an uneven texture.
2006-08-29 11:54:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you paint, install a high volume extractor and a window in your bathroom which will reduce the build up of humidity. Tile is always the best solution.
2006-08-29 19:18:22 · answer #3 · answered by looking4ziza 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
prime the walls before you paint . . make sure the paint you buy is specifically made for bathrooms . . it will say right on the front of the can that is what it is used for . . any home improvement department carries it
2006-08-29 13:26:19 · answer #4 · answered by wfgrg15001 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you put the primer first before painting. Primer like, "Kilts"(I think I spelled it right...)prevents stuff like mold & mildew. I used waterbased semi-gloss paint for my bathroom. You must dry it completely before you take shower, and make sure you air it out each time you use bath/shower afterwards.
2006-08-29 20:15:50 · answer #5 · answered by Cosmos 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there are great paints on the market for problem areas such as bathrooms. you can use a melamine paint which is made for bathrooms. But if you look around Home Depot carries it.. Its a paint made just for moisture areas....
2006-08-29 17:25:59 · answer #6 · answered by bluedanube69 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After you remove old layers, prime before painting.
2006-08-29 12:14:26 · answer #7 · answered by Papa 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They make paint for bathrooms. You can get it at Wal-Mart or Lowes or any other place that sells paint....
Good Luck
2006-08-29 12:10:38 · answer #8 · answered by Sandra♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could you use outdoor house paint? That should stand up to moisture pretty well. I'm sure there is also bathroom paint.
2006-08-29 11:44:49 · answer #9 · answered by SueInBoston 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Be sure you use a semi-gloss paint in rooms where moisture is an issue.
2006-08-29 11:46:00 · answer #10 · answered by yumyum 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋