Common Paint Problems

This paint problem solver provides remedies for common paint problems. It can help you to identify, correct and prevent common paint failures.

This guide can be used in various ways. For known problems you can quickly find your solution be clicking on the relative link. For example, if you know you have exterior mildew, select "Exterior Paint Problems" then the "Mildew" link. Alternatively, if you can not identify your problem, look for a matching photograph or description.

Each page describes a problem, presents a photographic example, possible causes and a recommended solution.

Information provided by Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute.