Fast wall repair

Dent or holes in walls are minor but make an apartment hard to rent. Here is an easy way to make a lasting and durable repair to a wall fast and and be able to paint within hours.
1. Prepare the area by removing all debris.
2.Wash the wall around the hole or dent with a mild cleaser or I recommend tri-sodium phosphate.
3.Depending on the size of the hole or dent(2 inchs or more) you may need to use a repair material. I use an adhesive mesh drywall tape. Using a 4 inch compound knife apply mesh tape is drawn over the area about 2 inches beyond the hole, overlapping in order to cover entire area. Once mesh is applied go back over the area with compound knife and smooth the mesh making sure the area is flat.
4.Fill hole with fast setting compound. I use USG durabond 90 drywall compound. Mix the compound in a small container with water to an oatmeal consistency.
5.Using your 4 inch compound knife gently apply the compound liberally to the affected area. Feather compound out beyond affected area.
6. Allow compound to set.
7.If needed an additional top coat may be required to achieve desired surface. If so I recommend a USG Easy sand 120 drywall compound. Use a 6 inch compound knife to knock down ridges that have formed and mix compound. Apply a thin coat and allow to set.
8. Allow to dry for 4 to 6 hours or dry to touch before painting.