How to Remove Paint Glaze from Walls
Use fine grit sandpaper., Dampen a clean rag., Allow the wall to dry. , Paint anew., Allow to dry.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Use fine grit sandpaper.
Sand over the glazed area of the wall to de-gloss the glaze.
The sanding will remove the sheen so that paint has a surface which can "grip" when new paint is reapplied. -
Step 2: Dampen a clean rag.
Wipe down the walls to remove any sanding dust. ,, You'll need to repaint because you'll have sanded off some of the underlying layer of paint.
Add a coat of paint over the top of the roughed-up glaze.
If you're making a drastic color change (from dark to light), cover the wall first with a coat of primer. , -
Step 3: Allow the wall to dry.
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Step 4: Paint anew.
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Step 5: Allow to dry.
Detailed Guide
Sand over the glazed area of the wall to de-gloss the glaze.
The sanding will remove the sheen so that paint has a surface which can "grip" when new paint is reapplied.
Wipe down the walls to remove any sanding dust. ,, You'll need to repaint because you'll have sanded off some of the underlying layer of paint.
Add a coat of paint over the top of the roughed-up glaze.
If you're making a drastic color change (from dark to light), cover the wall first with a coat of primer. ,
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