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    May 13, 2009, 11:19 AM
    Removing old paint from interior walls
    I just repainted my bedroom and as it dried it started blustering and peeling. I used eggshell paint. How do I fix this problem?
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    May 13, 2009, 12:17 PM

    Was there oil based paint on the wall or just a place with some greasy dirt? You should wash the area with TSP after scraping all loose paint. Now prime with something like Kilz and then top coat.
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