Preparing ceilings and walls for Anti Mould Paint

1. Completely remove all traces of loose, flaking soft and friable paint back to a clean firm surface by scraping and or washing.
2. As with all painting jobs always ensure you are wearing the correct protective clothing, gloves and mask.
3. Remove any existing mould growth on ceilings and walls by scraping or brushing with a stiff nylon brush, (NOT wire).
4. Make good any surface imperfections to original profile with a suitable filler and allow to dry thoroughly.
5. Lightly sand all areas and any glossy surfaces with sandpaper to achieve a good key.
6. Sterilise the walls by applying a liberal application of Proud® Paints Sterilising Solution and allow to dry, repeat washing down process if walls are badly effected with mould growth.
7. Clean away all dust and debris from the surface before painting
8. If you have any brown watermarks/staining please stain block these with a suitable primer.
9. Apply two coats of Proud® Paints Anti Mould Paint Matt. Allow 2-4hrs between coats.

If you are painting new plasterwork, with no mould, your 1st coat may be thinned with water by 10%, so about .5L water to 5L of paint. Or use a less expensive emulsion paint to 1st coat/prime and finish with two coats of Proud® Anti Mould Paint.

During preparation, avoid the inhalation of dust. Wear a suitable face mask, if dry sanding. Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre-1960’s surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful lead. For further advice, please contact Proud® Paints Limited.