Paintwork peeling or flaking is often caused by water content on the surface of wall or ceiling, poor surface preparation, low quality paint etc.
Repair Method
Check for any signs of water seepage and rectify it if there is. Scrape off the flaking or peeling paint. Sand the surface and clean off the dust. If there is any crack, patch the crack with suitable filler. Make sure the surface is even. The surface has to be free from grease, dirt and dust.
The container of paint must be stirred thoroughly before use. Apply a coat of sealer to the prepared surface. Followed by a undercoat and a finishing coat.Allow appropriate drying time in between the coats.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Household Maintenance Tips - Door closes fast or not at all
Door Closer is a self closing device installed on top of door to keep the door closed at all times. It helps to slow down or prevent the fire / smoke from enter the house or to the corridor. It may close too fast or cannot close by itself at all due to the misadjustment of the speed control of the door closer.
Repair Method
Slide the front cover plate to one side and you will be able to see the adjusting valve. Adjust the closing door speed through the speed adjusting valves to the speed you are satisfied with.
Repair Method
Slide the front cover plate to one side and you will be able to see the adjusting valve. Adjust the closing door speed through the speed adjusting valves to the speed you are satisfied with.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Household Maintenance Tips - Ceiling Leaks
Ceiling Leaks
Ceiling Leaks happen when water seeps through from the above unit flooring into your ceiling.It indicates the waterproof membrane of the above unit flooring has malfunction due to wear and tear. It normally occurs in the bathroom or toilet. Damp patches could be seen on the ceiling and in some serious cases, water drips from the ceiling.
Repair Method
Repair is carried out on the above unit. Hack the entire floor finishing. Remove the toilet bowl or bathtub in the bathroom.
Remove the debris / loose particles after hacking. Lay at least a layer of a waterproof membrane onto the flooring and allow it to dry for a few hours. The membrane shall also be applied upturned against the wall,kerb or pipes for at least 0.15m from the floor level.
Next, lay a layer of at least 20mm thick waterproof screed (cement), follow by floor tiles and pedestrial pan after allowing the screed to dry. The screed has to be at a gentle slope to prevent water stagnant.
Ceiling Leaks happen when water seeps through from the above unit flooring into your ceiling.It indicates the waterproof membrane of the above unit flooring has malfunction due to wear and tear. It normally occurs in the bathroom or toilet. Damp patches could be seen on the ceiling and in some serious cases, water drips from the ceiling.
Repair Method
Repair is carried out on the above unit. Hack the entire floor finishing. Remove the toilet bowl or bathtub in the bathroom.
Remove the debris / loose particles after hacking. Lay at least a layer of a waterproof membrane onto the flooring and allow it to dry for a few hours. The membrane shall also be applied upturned against the wall,kerb or pipes for at least 0.15m from the floor level.
Next, lay a layer of at least 20mm thick waterproof screed (cement), follow by floor tiles and pedestrial pan after allowing the screed to dry. The screed has to be at a gentle slope to prevent water stagnant.
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