I was painting for a living a while back and could have used these tips. They make good sense for quick and painless clean-up, not to mention easy application in tough spots. I definitely will be using them the next time I redecorate.
- To prevent messy runs on the side of your paint can, stretch a rubber band vertically over the can so that it runs across the open mouth of the can. Wipe your brush on the rubber band and the excess paint will fall neatly back into the can.
- (I really like this one!) Try punching small holes through the lip of the paint can. The paint will drain right back into the can.
- Mix a lil' flour with some of the paint you're using to fill those tiny holes and cracks when painting woodwork. It hardens well and blends with the paint perfectly.
- You can use a Q-tip instead of a brush for those awkward corners or delicate touch-up jobs.
- Put those small amounts of left-over paint in those glass jars you've been saving for something. They will come in handy for those quick touch-ups. No more clunky paint cans hanging around. Don't forget to label accordingly.
- To avoid having to clean the glass, rub soft bar-soap around edges.
- Strips of writing paper soaked in warm water and placed snugly around the edges of the glass will stay in place long enough for you to paint the window frame.
- I hate it when paint drips down my arm or onto the floor. Try sticking the handle of the brush through the center of a paper plate or you can put on rubber glove and fold the cuff up.
- Don't paint all your steps at once. Paint every other step and wait for it to dry. Then paint the remaining unpainted steps.
- Applying a thin coat of vinegar to concrete steps before painting will keep paint from peeling off.
- If you leave a pail of water inside a freshly painted room, the odor should diminish considerably.
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