If your internal walls in Stockport have paint that’s bubbling, cracking, or flaking off, it’s usually a sign of an underlying moisture or salt problem — not just poor decorating.
At Weather Wise Solutions, we see this issue daily in homes across Greater Manchester. The real cause often lies beneath the surface, where trapped moisture or salts are silently damaging the plaster layer.
💧 Why Paint Starts to Flake
When walls become damp, moisture travels through the plaster and into the paint. As it evaporates, it pushes the paint away from the wall, causing bubbling or peeling. The three main culprits are:
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Trapped salts (hygroscopic salts) – Left behind by rising damp or penetrating water, these salts absorb moisture from the air, keeping the wall permanently damp.
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Condensation – When warm, humid air hits cold walls, it leaves behind moisture that gradually breaks down paint and plaster.
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Failed or non-breathable plasters – Cement-based plasters or modern emulsions can trap moisture, making it impossible for the wall to dry out properly.
If left untreated, these problems don’t just ruin the appearance — they can lead to deeper structural or mould issues.
🧰 How to Fix Flaking Paint Properly
At Weather Wise Solutions Limited, we don’t just repaint; we resolve the cause.
Our approach includes:
✅ Moisture testing and mapping – to find out if the damp is rising, condensation-related, or penetrating.
✅ Removing contaminated plaster – cutting out any salt-laden or bridging plaster.
✅ Applying salt-inhibiting or breathable plasters – using systems from PAM Ties and Wycamol.
✅ Improving ventilation – adding PIV or DMEV units to reduce humidity levels.
This ensures your walls dry out naturally, allowing new finishes to last for years without re-flaking.
🏡 Trusted Damp and Plastering Specialists in Stockport
As a family-run damp company, we’re accredited members of the Federation of Damp, Damp Proofing Association, and Checkatrade.
Our CPD-qualified specialists ensure every plastering or damp repair meets the highest professional standards. We also offer insurance-backed guarantees on approved treatments for peace of mind.
👉 Book your free damp and plaster inspection today:
https://weatherwiseuk.co.uk/pages/contact