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  "name": "When is it necessary to repair knockdown texture instead of painting over it?",
  "description": "Repair is necessary when there are gouges, holes, water damage, or peeling compound. Painting over bare or damaged spots highlights the missing texture rather t",
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        "text": "Knockdown texture should be repaired whenever you notice cracks, peeling, water stains, or holes from drywall anchors or plumbing cutouts. If the drywall beneath has softened from a leak, the damaged drywall must be cut out and replaced before texturing can occur. Hairline cracks often point to minor house settling or joint tape failure, which requires re-taping and mudding before applying the texture coat. Delaying repairs can allow peeling edges to catch and pull away larger texture sections.",
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