Q: I have noticed paint chips on top of the desk in my second-floor den. A small patch of paint on the ceiling directly overhead is flaking and peeling away, although I don’t see any discoloration.

Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an issue, can ...

Q: I am trying to figure out why paint is bubbling on a ceiling in my home. Could it be from sweating on the HVAC duct, which sits above the area where the paint is cracking and peeling? If so, what ...

While a fresh coat of paint is a low-cost, low-effort way to give your entire room a brand-new feel, seeing your carefully chosen color peel or crack after the job is finished is frustrating and ...