repair sheetrock paper damage

[vesed]

What is the best method to repair (level) surface that was damaged (some sheetrock paper removed with DIF) once a primer has been painted over an unlevel surface ? An attempt was made to fill the uneven surface with joint compound prior to the primer, however, the remaining unlevel surface is more apparent once the paint primer was laid.

[ProWallGuy]

Sounds to me you need one or two more skim coats of joint compound. Sand flush, remove dust with a tack cloth/swifter, and reprime.

[Cliff Hayes]

Also use a finish paint that has a flat finish, as opposed to an eggshell or satin finish. The less reflection, the less apparent the surface irregularities.