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albert111 Apr 4th 2011 10:58 pm

Paint flaking off walls
 
Does anyone know whether it is possible get stabilizer solution for flaky walls in Spain and if so, what is this called? Or do you think it would be better if I take something over from the U.K.?

Many thanks.

Mitzyboy Apr 4th 2011 11:25 pm

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 
What I tend to do now is use Sikoseal, which you basically go over the wall with first, then paint over. It's worked for me :)

jimenato Apr 4th 2011 11:27 pm

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 

Originally Posted by albert111 (Post 9286502)
Does anyone know whether it is possible get stabilizer solution for flaky walls in Spain and if so, what is this called? Or do you think it would be better if I take something over from the U.K.?

Many thanks.

Do you mean like PVA?

Its readily available here (and much needed - believe me!). It's worth bearing in mind that some things like that are quite expensive here in Spain and, if you need a lot of it, worth bringing over with you if you're driving.

jdr Apr 4th 2011 11:42 pm

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 

Originally Posted by jimenato (Post 9286540)
Do you mean like PVA?

Its readily available here (and much needed - believe me!). It's worth bearing in mind that some things like that are quite expensive here in Spain and, if you need a lot of it, worth bringing over with you if you're driving.

Buy the white wood glue and water it down as required, it`s the same stuff and much cheaper. ;);)

jimenato Apr 5th 2011 1:12 am

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 

Originally Posted by jdr (Post 9286565)
Buy the white wood glue and water it down as required, it`s the same stuff and much cheaper. ;);)

Agreed. Asking for "cola blanca para madera" should do it:thumbup:

angiescarr Apr 5th 2011 3:02 am

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 

Originally Posted by albert111 (Post 9286502)
Does anyone know whether it is possible get stabilizer solution for flaky walls in Spain and if so, what is this called? Or do you think it would be better if I take something over from the U.K.?

Many thanks.

If it's an old building, worth reading the Cal thread.

sonnyc Apr 5th 2011 3:28 am

Re: Paint flaking off walls
 

Originally Posted by jimenato (Post 9286709)
Agreed. Asking for "cola blanca para madera" should do it:thumbup:

Yes quite cheap and does the job.


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