can you paper over painted plaster

[frank999]

Hi,

I have had some leaks in my roof, the ceiling 'anaglypta' wall paper has sagged and stained (I have lath and plaster), I have cut this out in small sections ready to wall paper and paint at a later date, there are also some re-plastered patches where 'feet' have come through from the loft upstairs (we are installing one).
As a temporary measure can I simply sand the plaster and paint emulsion direct to the plaster (old and replaced) - then paper over this at a later date.

 

[kbdiy]

Yes you can. Don't sand too hard unless the plaster has not been properly finished - just enough to remove any rough edges. Thin the first coat of emulsion with 10% water. When fully dry apply a second coat full strength.

When you come to paper use a decent adhesive. I've always been happy with Solvite but I daresay someone else may have different opinions on that.

 

[frank999]

Thanks, the temporary solution is in case my roof springs another leak, when its all back on then we'll do it properly.
Agree with the Solvite, a good quality paste.