How can I take gloss off my bathroom walls??

Question

I did my bathroom 4 years ago and was told to put gloss on it and now it has gone very bad with mold. I have washed it so many times but it still grows back, so I thought if I take the gloss off re plaster and then paint with an anti fungal stuff it would be better. If anyone knows what I should do please answer.

thank you everyone.

Answer 1

If you do not have a vent fan in the bathroom, have one put in and use it every time you shower.  This will help keep the walls dryer.

I would sand down the walls with some 180 grit sandpaper, then repaint with Kilz primer and paint.

Answer 2

I've always used Comet cleanser to degloss woodwork. It would work on walls, too. It make far less mess than sandpaper.

Answer 3

hi, either sanding with sand paper #100 or just primer it. you can also paint on top without primer with oil base paint satin finish.

Answer 4

Instead of harsh chemicals try this.

Bleach

Bleach is a strong corrosive and can burn the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Ingestion of bleach can cause pulmonary edema, vomiting, and coma. Mixing bleach and ammonia or acidic cleaners like vinegar produces extremely hazardous fumes. Bleach is an ingredient in many cleaning and laundry products--you might be surprised how many.

Alternatives

    * To whiten or remove stains on laundry, try hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide works extremely well for bloodstains.

    * For ink stains, soak the item in milk overnight, then launder as usual. You can also try soaking in vinegar or make a paste of cream of tartar and rub into the stain.

    * Borax is a less toxic alternative to try than bleach or chemical containing stain removers.

Mold and mildew removers

These products can contain bleach and the chemicals sodium hypochlorite, a corrosive that can burn the skin and eyes, and formaldehyde, a highly toxic chemical and known carcinogen.

Alternatives

    * For mold and mildew removal mix a solution of two teaspoons tea tree oil (available at health food stores) to two cups of water and keep in a spray bottle. Spray onto mold or mildew. Don't rinse. The strong smell fades in a couple of days. This solution will also remove musty smells from cloth items and clothes. Soak clothes for a few hours, then wash normally. What can't be soaked can be sprayed and then aired for a few days until the fragrance of the tea tree oil subsides.

    * For mold and mildew on non-porous washable surfaces, try vinegar or a solution of borax and water.

Answer 5

First get rid of the mold with bleach or muriatic acid I would recommend the first!! Then once that is gone you can use a sanding block and semi aggressive sandpaper porbably 120 grit or so! then I would prime it with killz a couple coats ,then you can do your patch work and paint!! If you need more help let me know!! Jason