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HELP! We just ripped off laminate floorboards that were attached to the wall with liquid nails. This is the end result. Can someone advise next steps / recommend products to get this paint ready? Thank you in advance!
Hi @DIYJC,
Thank you for your question and welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.
The glue on the laminate floorboards has pulled the paper face off of the gyprock sheets.
You should start by scraping away any of the flaking paint that is no longer bonded to the surface beneath.
Once the loose, flaking paint has been removed, you'll need to apply a skim coat of plaster to the areas where the paper has been pulled off.
This can be done with a 250mm Taping Knife and some Easy-Finish Topping Compound. Apply a thin skim coat, doing your best to avoid leave lines or heavy edges, to all areas where the paper has been removed.
Once dry, you will need to sand it smooth using a combination of a 120 Grit Angled Sanding Sponge and a Plaster Hand Sander.
Once smooth, you can apply a coat of primer before painting with your choice of interior paint.
You might like to have a look at How to paint like a professional for some further guidance.
Let me know what you think and if you have any further questions, don't hesitate to ask.
Jacob
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