Westminster Painters & Decorators
What wall preparation should cover
Good preparation begins with assessing the wall, rather than assuming every room needs the same treatment.
Discuss your projectAssess the existing surface
Identify paper, loose paint, cracks, stains and earlier repairs. If the substrate is concealed, a trial area can help define what follows. Recurring damage may need investigation beyond decoration.
Agree the allowance
The scope should describe the filling, smoothing and priming included. Whole-wall preparation, local repairs and new plaster are different tasks and should not be left interchangeable.
Inspect before finishing
Review prepared areas in the room’s light and agree any further work before the finish coats. The coating system and drying periods should follow the relevant product guidance.