A standout idea: Use chalk to tint your drywall mud
Paul Gonsalves of PTG Construction in Ottawa shares his tip on highlighting drywall touch-ups before painting.
It can be hard to see drywall touch-ups if the room isn’t heavily lit up or if the mud is a close colour to the wall. Mix in a little chalk line powder to your mud and it will easily stand out on the wall once dried. A light sand, primer touch-up, and you’re good for topcoats.
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