How to patch and paint textured walls?

[lynda4]

About to paint internal walls that some have nail holes (lots) to be filled and sanded.  The patched area will have a different texture. how do I hide this texture? Did a wall some time ago and it looks OK when you are facing wall but when you look down the wall you can see the difference. Thanks.

[MitchellMc]

Hi @lynda4,

A couple of the main reasons a repaired section looks different are that the plaster filler wasn’t sanded back or built up to be flush with the wall’s surface. Any height discrepancies will be noticeable in certain lighting conditions. Another common issue is insufficient priming, which can cause the patched area to absorb paint differently from the rest of the wall.

I understand your concern about texture—patched areas can end up much smoother than the surrounding painted surface. To blend them in, apply at least two coats of primer followed by two coats of paint. These layers help reintroduce texture and even out the finish. If you only apply one coat of undercoat and one topcoat, the area may still stand out. Additionally, the roller nap plays a big role in achieving a consistent texture. A 13mm nap roller will help match the existing surface texture better.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell