Dry and Finish (Retexture/Paint)

What happens here

Allow the applied spackle to dry completely according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once dry, the area should be smooth. If the repaired area is large enough or requires matching an existing texture, apply spray texture to blend the repair with the surrounding ceiling. After the texture dries, the final step is to paint the repaired area (and potentially the entire ceiling) to match the existing finish. This will make the 'nail pop' completely disappear.

Goal: Completely conceal the repair by drying, texturing, and painting.