How to fix wall damage after taking down holiday decorations
Taking down Halloween decorations? Learn how to fix tape peels, tack holes and hook holes in one afternoon: patch, sand and paint with a single bottle.
Touch-up paint tips & how-to
Easy touch-up fixes you can do yourself: wall scuffs, nail holes, cabinets, trim, wood scratches and Sharpie on the wall, plus a few tips for the grill. Written by the Mr. Brushable family in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Paint undertones & sheen: 9 things to know before you touch up
Why paint looks different on the wall than the chip: warm vs cool undertones, how to spot them, matching white trim, and choosing the right paint sheen.
Bigfoot-sized scuffs? White touch-up paint with a built-in brush
Fix scuffs on white walls, baseboards, trim and doors with white touch-up paint that has the brush built into the bottle. No can, no brush, no cleanup.
Why touch-up paint looks shiny (and how to blend flat, eggshell & satin)
You dabbed on the right color, it dried, and now there's a shiny patch staring back at you. It's one of the most common touch-up questions we see: why does my touch-up paint look shiny, and why won't it blend? Nine times out of ten the color is fine. The problem is sheen, the amount of shine in the paint, and how the p
Paint touch-up FAQ: walls, cabinets, wood stain & more
Small paint repairs raise big questions. This Mr. Brushable guide answers frequently searched questions about wall touch-up paint, chipped paint, nail holes, cabinets, trim, built-in brush bottles, roller applicators, wood stain, polyurethane and stain blocker. Use the answers below to choose the right process for your
How to stain and seal bare wood in one step
Stain and seal bare wood in one pass with a squeeze bottle that has the brush built in. Watch it work, then follow 5 easy steps. No rags, no cans.
How to fix scratches on wood furniture in one step
Color and seal scratches on tables, dressers, cabinets and stairs in one step with stain + poly. No refinishing. Step-by-step guide.
What to know when choosing a private-label built-in paint applicator
Choosing a private-label paint applicator? Assess bottle format, coating compatibility, samples, branding, and pilot requirements for your product line.
How to fix paint roller marks and smooth the finish
Fix paint roller marks by identifying ridges, lap lines, and heavy texture. Learn when to stop rolling, smooth dried paint, or repaint a wall.
Meet BIGFOOT: the 12 oz Mr. Brushable with a built-in 3-inch roller
BIGFOOT is the biggest Mr. Brushable yet: 12 oz of touch-up paint with a built-in 3-inch roller for bigger wall jobs. No separate roller, no tray, no cleanup.
How to touch up worn wood stain without refinishing
Fix a worn corner or pale scratch without stripping the whole piece. Spot the damage type, test your color, then apply thin coats with the grain to blend it in.
How to store leftover paint for easy touch-ups all winter
Keep leftover wall paint fresh and ready for touch-ups. Learn how to clean, label and store paint for winter, plus an easy way to keep a small batch handy.
Paint brush marks: how to get a smoother finish on small touch-ups
Fix paint brush marks on walls, trim and doors. Learn when to stop brushing, how to smooth dried ridges, and how to match the texture and sheen around them.
Thanksgiving touch-up checklist: get your home guest-ready in one afternoon
Guests coming for Thanksgiving? Fix wall scuffs, nail holes, chipped trim and cabinet nicks in one afternoon with this room-by-room touch-up checklist.
How to find your wall paint color from a photo with the Color Match app
Lost the paint can? Use the free Mr. Brushable Color Match app to find your wall color from a photo, see matching colors and order touch-up paint in your shade.
Best touch-up paint for walls: how to choose the right one
How to choose the best touch-up paint for walls: match the color and sheen, pick a small size and the right applicator, and apply thin coats so it doesn't show.
How to touch up kitchen cabinet chips & scuffs without repainting
Fix chipped or scuffed kitchen cabinets without repainting. Clean, match the color and sheen, and brush on a thin coat. Easy steps for a touch-up that blends in.
How to fill small nail holes in drywall and touch up the paint
Fill small nail holes in drywall, sand smooth, prime if needed and touch up with matching paint. A simple step-by-step guide for a repair that blends in.
How to fix wall scuffs without repainting the whole wall
Clean, match and touch up a small wall scuff instead of repainting the whole wall. Step-by-step tips, a real demo video and a bottle with the brush built in.
Touch-up paint with a built-in brush: how it works
Paint touch-ups without a separate brush: how Mr. Brushable works on walls and cabinets, easy wall repair for renters, and the Raleigh inventor behind it.
Why you shouldn’t brush a touch-up on your wall (use a roller)
Brushed touch-ups show on walls because brush strokes don't match rolled texture. Here's why a roller blends in and how to roll a patch that disappears.
How to touch up baseboards and trim without taping
Fix scuffs, black marks and chips on baseboards and trim in minutes. No tape or drop cloth: clean, sand, use semi-gloss, and brush two thin coats.
Tailgate BBQ tips: sauce without the mess
No sink at the tailgate? Sauce ribs, wings and burgers on the grill with one squeeze bottle that has the brush built in. Nothing to wash.
How to baste ribs without a basting brush
No brush, no bowl, no sticky mess. How to sauce ribs the easy way with a squeeze bottle that has the basting brush built in.
How to touch up wall paint without it showing
Why touch-ups leave shiny patches, and how to fix it: match color and sheen, use less paint, feather the edges and pick brush vs. roller.
How to fix nail holes in walls before you move out
Fill, sand and paint nail holes in minutes so your walls pass the move-out walk-through. Step-by-step guide plus how to match your wall color.
How to cover Sharpie, marker and crayon on walls
Regular paint won't hide Sharpie or crayon; it bleeds back through. Here's the 3-step fix with a stain-blocking primer that keeps it gone.
Stuck on a touch-up? Ask us.
Colors, sizes or a custom color match: call, text or email David and the Mr. Brushable family. We reply within one business day.