According to one method, you can smooth paint roller marks by using a wet sponge and sandpaper on dried paint.
Smoothing Dried Paint Marks
Paint roller marks, often appearing as ridges or uneven textures on a wall or surface, can be frustrating. Fortunately, there are ways to address them.
One approach, as noted in a reference, involves working with the paint after it has dried. The steps outlined are:
- Ensure the paint is dry: Wait for the paint to dry completely before attempting to smooth the marks.
- Gather supplies: You will need a wet sponge and some sandpaper.
- Sand the surface: Rub down the surface using your sandpaper.
- Even out the coating: The primary goal during sanding is to even out the coating rather than removing the paint entirely. Be careful not to take off too much paint, as you only want to reduce the prominence of the marks.
By carefully sanding the dried paint surface, you can help blend the raised areas created by the roller, resulting in a smoother finish. The reference mentions using a wet sponge along with the sandpaper, implying both are part of the process for smoothing the marks.
