jointing tape problem

[christheworrier]

Some of the jointing tape between the wall and the ceiling is beginning to lift away from the wall (the ceiling part seems to be OK). Should I try taking it off (am not really confident to do that) or can it be stuck down and will I be able to paint it with water based paint? Grateful for any advice. Thanks

 

[misterhelpful]

Sticking the tape down isn't really all that practical because you will probably end up with tape that looks bubbled or blistered. It can seem like a daunting job to remove the tape, but it's really not that difficult. Cut away the loose stuff and then just use a roll of self adhesive plasterer's scrim tape (that's the mesh kind), which will give a great key for filler to adhere to. You should remove the same section from the ceiling that is loose on the wall so that the scrim can be worked 90° around the corner to avoid future cracking along the ceiling/wallboard joint. Use a powder filler because it will sand smooth much easier than ready mixed stuff, allowing you to make the repair invisible.

 

[christheworrier]

Thanks Mr. Helpful, I'll give it a go!