Hi, I can understand the struggle of dealing with a bad paint job. I had to go through it a few weeks ago. I, with the help of my friend, repainted the wall. So, let me tell you how to fix a bad paint job on a wall. For this, you will have to clean properly, repair the surface and then apply a new coat. Let me expand on this below.
NoBroker Home Painting Service
Get premium quality painting for your home at affordable rates. Prices Starting Rs. 3500 only.

Hire Professional Painters
1-Yr Service Warranty
How to Fix a Bad Wall Paint Job?
Here is how you can fix your wall after a bad paint job:
First comes cleaning the wall properly. Use a clean microfibre cloth to wipe the wall and remove dust. Use a solution of water and dish soap to apply to the wall for intensive cleaning.
Remove flaky or peeling paint using a scraper.
Next up, look for damages like cracks, holes or dents. Apply patching compound or wall putty and level using a putty knife in these areas. Ensure the wall surface is flattened and then move ahead.
Then, sandpaper has to be used to smooth out rough regions and edges.
You have to then apply a primer to help the new paint stick to the wall. Apply 1 to 2 coats of primer based on the wall requirement.
Paint the wall with the top coat. Apply 2-3 coats based on the requirement and wait for each coat to dry before applying the next one.
This is all. I hope you now know how to fix bad paint job on walls.
Get Even and Smooth Finish on Your Walls Via NoBroker Painting!
Some related information:
Your Feedback Matters! How was this Answer?
Best Home Painting Services
✔
Experienced Painters✔
Top Quality Paints✔
Best Price✔
Free Reschedule
Interior Painting
Check Painting Price

Exterior Painting
Check Painting Price

Waterproofing
Check Painting Price

Heat Proofing
Check Painting Price
I noticed that the paint had peeled off in some areas of my home, so I hired a painter to fix it. While he was working, I watched how he went about the process. He began by removing the peeling paint. Then he repaired any holes or cracks in the wall. Below, I have shared
how to fix a bad paint job on a wall
based on what I saw.
How to Fix a Bad Wall Paint Job?
Here are the steps I observed for fixing a damaged wall.
The painter started by gently scraping off all the old, peeling paint. He didn’t go too hard, just enough to get the loose bits off without ruining the wall.
Then he checked the wall for any little cracks or holes. If he found any, he filled them in with some putty and smoothed it out with a knife. He let that dry properly.
Once it was dry, he sanded those spots so they were even with the rest of the wall. It also helps the paint stick better.
Before painting, he wiped the whole wall with a microfiber cloth to get rid of dust.
Finally, he put on a coat of primer. That just helps the paint go on better and last longer.
These are the steps my painter followed to fix the damaged paint on the wall. I suggest hiring a professional to handle this kind of work.
I hope now you know how to fix bad paint job on walls.
Get Professional Painter at Affordable Price through NoBroker's Painting Service.
Read More:
Your Feedback Matters! How was this Answer?
Leave an answer
You must login or register to add a new answer .
How to Fix a Bad Paint Job on a Wall?
Sujith45
19 Views
2
22 days
2025-04-30T17:36:15+00:00 2025-05-07T22:59:18+00:00Comment
Share