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Before Paint Ing:
There are also a few vital special items: triangular shave hooks and Flexible scrapers for removing old paint; masking tape for protecting surfaces not to be painted; paint shield of metal or plastic to restrict paint to the area being painted; tack or tacky rag to pick up dust; clean, lint-free rags; paint stirrer (there is one usable with a power drill); paint buckets.
Use a bucket so the bulk of your paint stays free from contamination. It also makes carrying paint - especially up ladders - much easier, since not all paint cans have handles.The way you apply paint is largely a matter of personal choice. You can use brushes in conjunction with a paint-roller - a tool developed for the amateur user of latex paint. The paint pad has its advantages, too.
Textured paint This special paint or compound is spread in a thick layer on walls or ceilings and provides an easy way to hide seams in sheet rock and any visible nails. Lay the paint on thickly with a textured roller. Alternatively, apply it with an ordinary roller and, Before paint ing the paint starts to dry, use a rubber-bristled stippling brush or a special toothed brush or comb to produce a variety of different effects. Note that textured paint is a permanent form of Decoration and is difficult to remove. Textured paper, which can be stripped off more easily, may be a better solution. sparing paintke sure the can is clear of loose dust and : Before paint ing opening the lid. Check the can ;ee whether the paint needs stirring. If it ;s, use a length of wood. If you are using lid paint, decant some into a bucket. s is a much less cumbersome way to y paint around as you work. Paint kets are also useful because if the paint omes contaminated in any way, then paint in the bucket is affected.
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