A constant aggravation in remodeling work is getting a really good painted surface where old fixtures have been removed, e.g., towel racks, ceiling mounted lights etc. The the problem begins and ends with the lazy painters. Left to their own devices they will paint around something instead of removing and reinstalling. So when it comes time to remove the fixture for relocation or a different size or shape, you're looking at a little valley from the base wall up to the 5th layer of paint. The typical painter will hit this with a little sanding that does nothing but smooth the sides of the valley, so when the final paint is on you can still see the outline of the old fixture.
So, what's the best way to handle this?
TIA
Ed