We have a 20m² bedroom with water stains and slight discoloration on one wall. The leak from the roof was fixed last month, but the wall still looks damaged. I'm renting, so I'm not sure if I should ask the landlord to handle this or if I can just repaint it myself to make it look better. What's the right approach here, and roughly how much would a professional charge if needed?
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Don't paint over water damage — it will return. First, let the wall dry completely (2–4 weeks post-repair) and check for mold or structural damage underneath. If only surface stains remain, light sanding and primer-plus-paint can work; if the plaster is soft or moldy, it must be replaced first.
As a tenant, water damage from roof leaks is typically your landlord's responsibility (BW 7:17 — maintenance of the building). Request they inspect and repair properly.
If you proceed independently: primer + two coats of quality interior paint on 20m² costs €400–€700 for a professional. If wall repair is needed first, add €300–€800.
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