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How to fix large rectangle that’s darker than the rest of the wall?

Anonymous user 08/03/2024 - 6.31 PM

I’ve just done a first coat of grey and it looks like there’s been a mirror or large picture on the wall before I moved in. The paint has adhered better on this rectangle (may have been silk underneath). I suspect previous tenant painted around furniture and may have painted around the mirror/picture. What’s the best solution to try and fix this so I get an even coat?

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6 Answers

Vasile Rosca

Rating: 5 out of 5

Harlow

You might need to sand it down to the core . Easier with a sanding machine that hand abrasives

Answered6 March 2024

Village Decor

Rating: 4.9 out of 5

Westerham

You could try painting the rectangle with silk, to see if your suspicions are correct. Could this issue possibly be cause by furniture polish being sprayed around the edges of a mirror or picture frame? Failing this you could try using an undercoat on the rectangle. It sounds like oils are affecting your finish. Kind regards, Will.

Answered6 March 2024