Why Sanding Matters
Sanding removes flaking material, smooths filled repairs flush with the surrounding surface, and gives new paint a key to grip onto, particularly on old gloss woodwork. Skipping it, or sanding too lightly, is why some DIY repairs show through as raised patches once painted.
Dust Control and Safety
Sanding creates significant dust, so we sheet rooms thoroughly and use dust-extraction sanders where practical to keep mess to a minimum. This stage usually follows filler and crack repair and precedes priming, forming the full preparation sequence.
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Do you use dust-extraction equipment when sanding?
Where practical, yes - this significantly reduces airborne dust compared to standard sanding.
How much sanding does a typical repaint actually need?
It depends on the surface condition, but most jobs need at least a light key-sand, with more extensive sanding around filled repairs.
Can sanding damage old or delicate surfaces?
Over-aggressive sanding can, which is why we match the grit and technique to the surface - lighter on delicate period plaster, more thorough on old gloss woodwork.
