[header] How to touch up paint [title] Wash the walls. [substeps] Soak your sponge in soapy water and wring out excess moisture. Wash your walls with the sponge to remove surface dirt, marks or grime.
[header] How to touch up paint [title] Wash the walls. [substeps] Soak your sponge in soapy water and wring out excess moisture. Wash your walls with the sponge to remove surface dirt, marks or grime.
You will need to get rid of excess water by gently smoothing out any pores. [title] Map out your new border in the wall. [title] Wipe down all wall surfaces, including the ceiling, floor, counters, and legs. [substeps] Paint stains can be stubborn (especially people with dry paint) and may stick to surfaces in bedrooms, bathrooms, or other fixtures in the home. Some wall paint can fall off the walls after repeated soaking. To prevent this from happening, follow the directions provided by the manufacturer when using the oil based paint. Dry the walls with a clean towel, and rub a soft cloth over the painted surface if it looks dull. Dullness occurs on some glossy, paint surfaces after repeated washing.