Ever Wonder Why Fresh Paint Starts Peeling, Your Walls Might Be Fine but Are They Built to Last
New Delhi [India], March 05: A hairline crack appears near the switchboard. At first, it feels harmless. Then a faint, uneven patch forms where the wall meets the ceiling. Months later, the paint begins to peel slightly at the edges. The colour itself hasn’t failed — the surface beneath it has started to give way.
Across Indian homes, similar stories unfold. Homeowners often invest time and resources in selecting the right shade and finish, believing that paint alone defines beauty and durability. Yet the true strength and elegance of a wall begin before the final coat is applied. The layers underneath — particularly wall putty and Wall primer — quietly determine whether that carefully chosen colour remains smooth, vibrant and intact over time.
As homebuilding and renovation decisions in I...