ᐅ Ceiling plaster in the kitchen is slightly peeling in some areas and shows mild discoloration.

Created on: 18 Nov 2020 09:40
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fraubauer
Good day.
I hope I am in the right section here.
In my condominium (4 years old), I have noticed that the ceiling plaster in the kitchen is peeling off slightly in some areas.
The indoor humidity in the apartment is rather low, usually a maximum of 40%.
Regular ventilation is done by airing out the rooms quickly (shock ventilation).
There is also an exhaust hood installed.
The kitchen is used rather infrequently.
Room temperature is normally around 21 degrees Celsius (70°F).

The ceiling doesn’t feel damp. However, in one spot (about 20x20 cm (8x8 inches)), the plaster is peeling slightly and shows some discoloration.

What could be the cause?
What can I do myself in this situation?
Unfortunately, I am unable to upload a photo. It doesn’t work. I am retired.

Thank you very much.
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fraubauer
18 Nov 2020 18:57
Steven schrieb:

Hello fraubauer,

first we need to clarify the terminology:
Is the paint coming off the concrete, is the plaster detaching from the concrete, or is the paint peeling off the plaster?
Please take a photo and upload it here.

Steven

Hello Steven.
I’m unable to upload photos here. I’m not very tech-savvy, sorry.
It seems the paint is peeling off the plaster. The ceiling was probably plastered first and then painted.
On a 20x20cm (8x8 inches) area, you can see some detachment of a whitish-yellowish substance.
So I believe it is concrete ceiling + plaster + white paint.
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Steven
18 Nov 2020 19:53
fraubauer schrieb:


It seems the paint is peeling off the plaster.
Hello fraubauer

then it has nothing to do with the form oil. It's a painter's issue. It's simple. Use a putty knife to remove the loose paint, smooth the edges with sandpaper, and repaint.

Steven
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BobRoss
19 Nov 2020 00:43
A tap test on the ceiling could provide valuable insights. Does it sound noticeably different in various areas of the ceiling (damaged spot/intact spot)? Are there any areas that might sound hollow? This could indicate poor adhesion between the different layers (plaster/paint layer).
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fraubauer
19 Nov 2020 09:17
BobRoss schrieb:

A tap test on the ceiling might be insightful. Does it sound noticeably different in various areas of the ceiling (damaged spot/intact spot)? Are there any places that possibly sound hollow? This could indicate poor adhesion between the different layers (plaster/paint layer).

Good day.
Unfortunately, the tap test showed no differences. It sounds the same everywhere. Not hollow.
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fraubauer
19 Nov 2020 09:18
Steven schrieb:

Hello fraubauer

then it has nothing to do with the formwork oil. That is then a matter for the painter. It’s simple. Use a putty knife to remove the loose paint, smooth the edges with sandpaper, and repaint.

Steven

Hello Steven,
So it is not a defect covered by the warranty if it has nothing to do with the formwork oil?
I would prefer not to scrape off and repaint the area myself.
The warranty is still valid.
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Steven
19 Nov 2020 11:28
fraubauer schrieb:

Good day Steven.
Then this has nothing to do with a warranty claim,

Hello fraubauer

Yes, it does. But that concerns the painter, not the plasterer.
Did you buy the apartment fully finished, including the painting work? Then contact the seller. If you commissioned the painting work yourself, then talk to the painter.

Steven