"The dude" wrote in message
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Whenever I patch and paint over nail holes I can always see a smooth spot
where the hole was.

Any good books or websites on doing a better job at patching drywall?

Try using regular or setting type joint compound instead of vinyl products
such as One Time. Sand with 180 or 220 grit sand paper , prime and
paint....Good luck....DO NOT WET SPONGE......Makes it shiney EVERY TIME....