Paint ain't really sticking to the wall/chipboard etc

What surface are you trying to paint? It sounds like you might need to seal or prime and undercoat the surface first. If you can give a little more info, for example what paint you are using, then we can help a little more. Jane, Mango Property Maintenance Ltd

Always use a good branded paint. Wash the areas to be painted with Sugar Soap and if need use a proprietory sealer such as Unibond. Depending on colour change, apply two or three coats to cover. If new work then apply a thined down first coat followed by two full coats.