Wrinkling in paintwork can be identified by a rough, crinkled paint surface, which occurs when uncured paint forms a 'skin'.
It can be caused by any of the following:
Applying paint too thickly (this is more likely when using alkyd or oil-based paints)
Painting during extremely hot weather or cool damp weather, which causes the paint film to dry faster on top than underneath
Exposing uncured paint to high humidity levels
Applying a top coat of paint to insufficiently cured primer
Painting over a surface contaminated with dirt, dust or wax
First, scrape or sand the substrate to remove wrinkled coating. If using a primer, allow it to dry completely before applying top coat. Then, repaint your surface in ideal conditions, applying an even coat of top quality interior paint.
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