Definitions: G - Painting & wallpaper

ghosting

A ghosting is a defect in a painted surface that is evident by a shadowy surface appearance. ghosting is commonly caused by poor mixing or application of the paint.

References - ghosting

See the following for additional ghosting information:

House Painting: Inside and Out (Fine Homebuilding) Taunton Press, October 1997, Mark Dixon, ISBN 1561581658
Painter's Handbook Craftsman Book Company, November 1987, William McElroy, ISBN 934041288
2009 National Painting Cost Estimator Craftsman Book Company; Pap/Cdr edition, October 2008, Dennis D. Gleason, ISBN 157218213X
Painting Contractor's Handbook McGraw-Hill Professional, November 2008, Dennis D. Gleason, ISBN 70633673
Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction: Materials, Finishes, and Details Wiley, November 2005, Steven Bliss, ISBN 471648361

Service Professionals that can help with ghosting issues

Painting Contractor
Wallpaper Installer
Paper Hanger
Handyman

Common projects involving ghosting

Decorating, Re-Decorating
Decorate Interior
Remodel Kitchen
Remodel Bathroom