Peel Stop®

The ultimate primer for peeling paint, Peel Stop® is a specialist paint sealer specifically designed to stop peeling walls and ceilings. Peel Stop® seals and stabilises peeling, cracked or flaky paint, creating a solid base for repainting while preventing further peeling. However, it’s important to properly prepare the surface by removing loose paint before applying Peel Stop®.

After removing any loose paint, sand edges and apply Peel Stop®. Once dry, fill as usual before priming the filler to form a sound surface. Allow 2 hours recoat time then apply the topcoat.

The best Zinsser product for bare plaster is Gardz®.

Yes, once your surface is dry and all prep work has been completed, apply your topcoat as usual. Peel Stop® will dry in one hour and can be recoated in two hours. However, Peel Stop® that has seeped under the edges of remaining paint layers or has filled minute cracks may take longer to dry.

Peel Stop® is the ideal solution for peeling and flaking paint in bathrooms and other areas of high humidity such as kitchens and laundry rooms. It bonds to old paint and problem areas, forming a sound surface that’s ready for repainting.

However, since bathrooms are high-moisture areas, consider using a mould-resistant topcoat for long-lasting results. For more information check out our case study on how Zinsser tackles mould and peeling paint on a bathroom ceiling.