can i paint over a damp patch?

i have a damp patch on my wall, can i paint over it?
kev, March 2011


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yes either use a damp proof paint or use a product called Damp foil we have this product in stock at www.gowallpaper.co.uk

Go Wallpaper Ltd, April 2011
fix the problem causing the damp first, then apply Stain Block to the damp patch, then when dry,paint over

bill, March 2011
You can if the wall dries out, but the paint will peel off when it gets damp again. You need to find out why the wall is damp and fix the problem.

Dave, March 2011