Tools & materials
- Leftover paint (or a color-matched sample)
- Small angled brush or mini foam roller
- Primer for patched areas
- Rag
- Stir stick
Step by step
- Step 1
Clean the area with a damp rag and let it dry.
- Step 2
Spot-prime any patched or bare spots so they don't look dull.
- Step 3
Stir the paint well. Use the same tool type as the original: roller for rolled walls, brush for trim.
- Step 4
Apply a thin coat and feather the edges outward with a nearly dry brush or roller.
- Step 5
Let it dry fully and check under the room's normal light before adding a second thin coat.
- Step 6
If the patch still flashes, paint the wall from corner to corner instead.
When to stop and call ProFix
If you see any of these, stop and call us:
- The touch-up is on a large wall with flat light hitting it
- You don't have the original color and can't get a match
- Walls have water stains that bleed through
Not in the mood to DIY? A ProFix pro can handle it for you in Chicago Metro and Dallas–Fort Worth, with a written price before work starts.
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These guides are general information for simple repairs. You're responsible for your own safety and for following local codes and your lease or HOA rules. When in doubt, stop and call a licensed professional. All DIY guides