"Kenneth" wrote in message
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Howdy,

Our home is 6 years old.

The interior is painted with latex over skim coat plaster.

In one room, I am in the habit of sitting up in bed while
typing on my laptop (like right now) while leaning back
against the wall.

Earlier today, I noticed that the paint had deteriorated in
the "leaning" area.

That will happen, try not to lean against the wall.


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What might be an appropriate way to remove the defective
paint? Also, what sort of prep (if any) might be needed to
avoid a repeat of the problem.


A good quality wall paint will cover it up. If any is actually coming loose
scrape it off, prime and repaint.