How To: Remove water stains from walls and ceilings

Remove water stains from walls and ceilings

Are you sick and tired of staring at that water damage on your ceiling? There's no need to sleep staring at that annoying water spot on the ceiling when it's so easy to get rid of! Loose the spots with the easy steps listed in this video.

You Will Need:
• A bucket
• Bleach
• A large sponge
• Paper towels
• A paintbrush or roller
• Stain-blocking primer
• Paint

Step 1: Fix the source of the leak
Fix the source of the leak before repairing water stains.

Step 2: Mix cleaning solution
Mix a solution of three parts water and one part bleach in the bucket.

Step 3: Scrub away mold
Apply the solution with a large sponge and scrub away any mold. After 20 minutes, rinse the spot with a clean sponge and dry it with paper towels.

Step 4: Apply primer
Use a brush or roller to apply a stain-blocking primer to cover the area and ensure that the stain does not come back.

Step 5: Repaint
Repaint the area, if necessary, when the primer is dry. You can now sleep soundly knowing your ceiling and walls are as good as new.


Trivia: The largest painting in the world is "Mother Earth," by David Aberg.

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