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Volume 7 Issue 4
July-August 2025
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A Case Study of Paint Defects and their Remedies on Painted Residential Buildings in Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis
Author(s) | Dr. Francesca Evans-Solomon, Mr. Kennedy Sangban, Mr. Ebenezer Adjetey Okang |
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Country | Ghana |
Abstract | Abstract Paint defect is a common occurrence on painted residential buildings that affect both aesthetic appearance and structural integrity. This research present a case study conducted in Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis, focusing on identifying rampant paint defects on residential buildings and exploring effective remedies. Qualitative research approach was employed using visual inspection and interviews with landlords, autodidact painters and professional painters. Data collection and analysis revealed various paint defects such as blistering, cracking, peeling flaking, and fading along with their fundamental causes such as poor surface preparations, use of inferior materials, and environmental factors were observed. Drawing upon empirical findings, the research proposed a set of practical remedies and preventive measures to mitigate paint defects on residential buildings in Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis encompassing proper surface preparations methods, excellent-quality of paint materials selections, adherence to manufactures recommendations and regular building maintenance practice. The research contributes valued understandings into paint defects prevalence on residential buildings in Sekondi-Takoradi offering actionable recommendations for landlords, painters, and stakeholders involved in the building industry to apply paint according to industry standards and manufacturer's instructions. |
Keywords | Keywords: Paint Defect, Autodidact Painter, Landlords, Sekondi-Takoradi |
Field | Arts |
Published In | Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025 |
Published On | 2025-08-01 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.51517 |
Short DOI | https://doi.org/g9vzh6 |
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