Find out how to mask door hardware for the perfect paint job. A professional-looking paint job on a door can really make a difference, but there’s always one problem: the hardware. For some, removing all door hardware would provide an adequate solution, but this is an...
Most painter’s tapes are designed to be relatively gentle – especially in comparison to more robust tapes like duct tapes – but not all of them are equal when it comes to their effect on certain surfaces. Delicate surface painter’s tapes are those which are built...
Masking tape is used for many different jobs – painting, color coding or labeling, bundling, or temporary repairs – and each job demands different performance characteristics from the tape to successfully accomplish its task. While paint masking tape almost always...
Have you ever considered just how many functions tape can serve in a manufacturing facility? From packaging goods for transport to marking danger zones on the production floor, there are tons of roles that tape can play in industrial settings. Just take a look!...
Masking and painter’s tapes are two of the most commonly confused types of tape because they are similar in look and feel. However, when you are doing a professional paint job – or any project that requires precision – using a tape that is designed for painting...
The surface that you are painting on should be a major consideration when selecting the type of painter’s tape. Different tapes are constructed with different levels of adhesion, making it important to choose one that is strong enough to hold up on the surface you...
Many new paints are being designed with lower or zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) compared to traditional paints due to a growing demand for non-toxic paint products. While this may be a good thing, DIY painters and contractors have encountered a challenge...
Yes, given its light adhesion, you can apply painter’s tape to windows. In order to mask windows, start at any corner of the trim, and stick your painter's tape on the trim where it meets the wall. Apply your tape in 4- or 5-foot segments in order to prevent the...
Painting a room usually starts with the ceiling, but if you aren’t painting the walls, you should drape them using the process we discussed in “how do I protect walls”. The wall may get a few splatters of unwanted paint, but any blemishes should be able to be...
In order to protect your floors from spatters and stains, place a protective plastic sheet over the whole surface, covering the floor - corner to corner. If the baseboards don’t need masking, simply tape the edges of the plastic to the floor. If you need to mask...
Protecting surfaces during a paint project can be accomplished by masking them off. It is vital to take your time during this process, to ensure that all your masked-off areas are leak-free. Read on to learn how to protect various surfaces during your next paint...
To apply painter's tape in corners, start by running the first piece of tape along the baseboard of the wall, through the corner, and up the perpendicular wall. Burnish the tape firmly with a putty knife, then cut along the crease with a sharp utility knife, thus...
When it comes to paint projects, it is best to apply and remove painter's tape in a fairly short time span. However, there are some paint masking tapes that are designed to adhere to surfaces for longer - 3, 8, 21, even 60 days depending on the project and surface....
No, in fact it is best if the tape is removed from the painted surface before it has dried. This prevents the paint and the tape from bonding, which can result in a jagged edge when the tape is removed, taking pieces of paint with it. If your paint has dried...
The short answer? Yes, you can apply painter’s tape to wood flooring. However, you will want to make sure you get a tape that is designed for delicate surfaces. These tapes are often formulated with a lower tack adhesive, which allows them to remove cleanly and...