How to Touch Up Interior Paint

Preparation

1. Keep leftover paint from every room (label the can with the room name)
2. Stir the paint thoroughly — don't shake it
3. Clean the damaged area with a damp cloth

Application

• Use the same applicator type used originally (roller or brush)
• Feather the edges — don't paint a hard line
• Apply thin coats — thick coats show
• Paint in the same direction as the original application

If the paint doesn't match, the original may have faded. You may need to repaint the entire wall for a seamless look.

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