What's the best way to patch holes in my rental?

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  • Author(s): Jeanne Huber
  • Source:
    Washington Post, The. 03/12/2024.
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    • Abstract:
      Q: I'm a renter planning to move. How do I patch the walls so I get my deposit back? Can I really use toothpaste? A: Yes, toothpaste plugs holes in walls, as long as the holes are tiny and you use white toothpaste, not a clear gel. Think pushpin marks. But to patch holes wider than pinholes, use a commercial wall-patching compound, which will resist shrinking and can be sanded; a large patch of toothpaste would probably crack and might even fall out. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]