When brushing or rolling, always work from the dry surface back into the wet paint, working fast enough to keep a wet edge. If you take a break, do it in a corner, never in the middle of a wall. This will help avoid lap or roller marks on the painted surface.
If you are going to reuse a brush that has just been cleaned with water, blow it dry with a hair dryer first. Any residual water in the bristles will dilute the paint on the brush, causing it to run down the handle when painting. If the brush has just been cleaned with mineral spirits, dry the bristles as thoroughly as possible with paper towels before starting to paint to prevent paint running down the handle. Spread the paper towel out to dry before disposing.
If using masking tape to protect a surface when painting (other than carpet), remove the tape as soon as you can. You will get a cleaner edge and reduce the chance that the tape will bond to the surface. Masking tape comes in many grades and qualities, so talk to your paint supplier to make sure you get the right tape for the job.
Use two-inch masking tape around the edge of the carpet when painting baseboards. Allow the tape to lay on the baseboard about 3/4" and then tuck it down over the carpet fibres as you pull them away from the baseboard. The tape will not stick firmly to the carpet fibres, so let the paint dry before removing the tape.
When painting a ceiling and there is a window in the room, keep the light source at your back and start painting away from the window. This ensures that you will see any missed areas and reduce lap marks. If there is more then one window, choose the largest one and follow the same procedure.
With our Disappearing DyeTM technology, our ceiling paint will ensure that you never miss a spot. Paint rolls on pink and dries to bright white in 30 to 60 minutes.
Hot days and direct sunlight can cause dark paint to skin over and trap solvent in the film. As the solvent tries to escape, blisters can form, which will require sanding and repainting.
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