CANBERRA HOMEOWNER GUIDE

Painting Around Suspected Asbestos

ACT safety considerations when repainting older homes or disturbing building materials.

Inspect before specifying

Surface condition, age, moisture, existing coatings, access and the desired finish all influence preparation and product selection. A useful quote should reflect what is actually present.

Preparation is part of the finish

Cleaning, filling, sanding and priming are not interchangeable. The method needs to suit the substrate and any health risks associated with older paint or building materials.

Compare written scopes

Compare the surfaces included, preparation, products, sheen levels, coat specification, protection, timing and cleanup—not only the final price.