Why Paint Is Peeling Off (and How Haymes Products Fix It)

April 11, 2025

Say Goodbye to Peeling Paint: Tips to Fix Flaky Walls with Haymes Help

There you are, standing in the living room with coffee in hand, admiring your recently painted feature wall… then *gasp*—you notice it. A bubble. A crack. And before you know it, flakes. 😩

Peeling paint is enough to make the most confident DIY-er second guess their skills—but don’t panic! It’s a common issue, and lucky for us, it’s usually easy to fix if you know the trick behind it. Whether you're refreshing your living space or restoring weathered exteriors, here’s how peeling starts, how to prevent it, and how a few stellar Haymes products can totally save the day!

Why Does Paint Start Peeling?

Let’s cut through the fluff—paint peels when it loses grip on the surface below it. This could be from a few of the usual culprits:

Moisture: Excessive humidity or leaks inside walls can push paint right off.
Lack of Surface Prep: Painting over dirt, old flaking layers, or glossy finishes without sanding or priming is asking for trouble.
Wrong Product for the Job: Think of putting a slipper on where a steel boot is needed—it never ends well.
Inconsistent Coats: Super thick or extra thin layers won’t bond properly, leading to cracking and lift-off.

But hold onto your drop sheets! Understanding the why means we can fix the what! Enter Haymes Paint—the brand that puts quality first and cares how your home looks five years from now.

Okay, So How Do I Fix It?

Short of a time machine, there’s no reversing painted regret. But you can get your walls smooth and fresh again with a few pro moves:

Scrape and sand back any loose, flaking stuff until it’s flat and smooth-ish with the surrounding walls.
Treat the area carefully if it's damp—sort out leaks and let it breathe. Moisture is paint’s arch nemesis.
Prime it properly with a quality primer like Haymes Ultracover Interior Primer Sealer Undercoat, designed to get even grip on tricky surfaces and seal in previously patchy bits.
Choose the right type of topcoat depending on whether you’re indoors or braving the weather. (Stick around… more on that in a sec!)

For Indoors: Smooth, Long-Lasting Results

Sick of chalky flakes or patchy finishes in the lounge or bedroom? Haymes Ultratrim Acrylic Enamel is the interior wonder tool. It gives you that silky, professional finish and dries harder than it sounds. It resists yellowing and handles everyday knocks and cleans like a breeze. Whether you're doing detailed trims, doors, or frames—this is your secret weapon.

Pair this with Haymes Ultracover Interior Primer Sealer Undercoat and you’ve locked in that bond baby! It preps uneven or absorbent surfaces, getting it ready for the topcoat. It's like the matchmaker between your wall and that stylish new colour you can’t stop pinning!

Fighting the Outdoors?

Granted, outside jobs are more brutal. Think sun, wind, rain—and that’s all before breakfast during spring! 😅 If you're battling the rougher sides of nature, go straight to Haymes Solashield Exterior. It clings to exteriors like nobodies’ business, defending against flaking, chalking, or fading.

It’s a 100% acrylic formula that’s known for its long lifespan—perfect for weatherboards, render, or anywhere else you see the sun take a toll. Mix it onsite at our Paint Shop for a perfect shade-match too!

The Bit You Don’t See Matters Most

Peeling starts under the surface. That means the prep work—the primers, undercoats and surface checks—matters just as much as that dreamy paint swatch. If you're rushing it, skipping it, or just hoping for the best... well, your wall will tattle on you in about three weeks!

Not Just Products. It’s Peace of Mind.

At Strathalbyn H Hardware’s Paint Shop, we’ve spent over three decades getting paint right. That includes helping you sort through finishes, matching quirky colours, and guiding you toward what works. Yes, Haymes Paint delivers Aussie-quality performance (without that paint-snob price tag.) But more than that, it gives you confidence—whether you’re dressing up a nursery or bringing your backyard wall from forgotten to fabulous.

Next time you spot flaking, don't worry—it doesn’t mean you're a bad painter. It happens to us all. Just know you've got the tools (and the team) to fix it right the first time. 😊

Happy painting,

Candeece