Did you ever finish a painting project, then shove the tape into your junk drawer -- or worse, randomly in with your paint ...

Moving up the fine-line tape ladder is 3M's 218 series, a high-performance film-backed tape with a low profile and high adhesion to achieve excellent paint lines.

Paint the segments, painting slightly over the edge of the tape to make sure it’s covered. Painting the wall (Picture: Louise Power) Depending on the shades you choose, you might need a few coats.

We scoured the shelves of paint stores, surfed the internet and picked the brains of painting pros to find the best painting tools and gear. You can use simple tools like paintbrushes, rollers and ...

Oh, and always peel tape off at a 90-degree angle while paint is still wet. How to cut in. For ceilings, most trims, and around outlets, I cut in with a paint brush.

Tape striping also has the advantage of being extremely durable, and is well suited for everyday driving. For instance, if you should ever develop a rock chip—or worse—in custom paint, the ...

After she'd cut out the hexagon, she then placed it at different points on the wall and created a border using masking tape. Putting some leftover paint samples to good use, the mum filled in the ...

Tip # 2: Under pressure. Simply laying tape isn’t enough to ensure a clean line once it’s removed. Tape must be properly pressed down to create a seal that will prevent paint from bleeding.

As if I didn't have enough problems with my basement home theater, my paint is now peeling off.To be more specific, the tape on the ceiling is peeling the paint off. In one section of my wall the ...

Painter’s tape; Paint; Instructions. 1. Protect Yourself and the Area. Before beginning the painting process, start by ensuring you, and the area, are protected.