by Joanie
Painting tip:Tape for Trim
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I will always have the blue tape for trimming, large drop cloths and a STEADY hand!!
What do you like to do?
What do you like to do?
8 answers
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William
on Feb 13, 2017
Former homebuilder and remodeler for 20+ years. I don't tape off trim. I use a good sash brush, dip about 1/4' in paint. Lay the brush just slightly away from the trim at a 45 degree angle. Move the brush and creep into the trim. Paint will not go on the trim.- See 1 previous
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William
on Feb 13, 2017
Don't get me wrong! There many that need aides. Why else is painters made. Many Hometalkers use painters tape. I must admit, I do use painters tape when painting furniture. Not many sharp corners. Your tip is good for a lot of members. Some don't think about it until.....OOPS =:) -
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Hillela G.
on Feb 14, 2017
These are great, thanks!!! -
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Deb
on Feb 14, 2017
I like to keep a damp rag with me to wipe off any drips that inevitably happen. It's so much easier to get it off when it's wet than wait till it dries. I really like the blue painter's tape, also.
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Wendy Miller
on Feb 14, 2017
I used to tape. Still use tape on some stuff.I keep a damp rag with me, wipe as I mess up (which tends to be a lot). Use a linoleum knife wrapped in a damp rag to for clean lines.Hard for me to find tape that doesn't allow paint to bleed. Even tried the expesive Frog tape. -
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BJ Lyn
on Feb 16, 2017
Crazy, I know, but I use a small, flat, 1 inch art brush for all the detail work. -
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Wendy Miller
on Feb 17, 2017
I am usually painting walls and baseboards, that's a lot of glaze, lol. -
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Wendy Miller
on Feb 17, 2017
i have found that if I paint the trim first, it is easier to cut in with the wall color.
William
on Feb 13, 2017
Hillela G.
on Feb 14, 2017
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