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Achieving clean lines while painting can be a challenge, but there is a genius hack to help you. Start by applying painter’s tape along the edge of the area you want to paint. Then, before painting, apply a thin layer of the base color over the tape. This will seal the edges and prevent the new color from bleeding through. After the base color has dried, paint the desired color over the entire area. When you remove the tape, you’ll have perfectly clean lines. This hack saves time and ensures a professional-looking finish.
Peeling off painter’s tape only to find paint bleeding through can be frustrating and time-consuming. But thanks to @brandontgentry’s TikTok video, we now have a solution to prevent this from happening. In the video, @brandontgentry shows how to apply a bead of caulk on top of the painter’s tape and smear it with a finger. Then, you can apply paint while the caulk is still wet. Once the painting is done, simply remove the tape for a clean line.
According to TikTok users, the hack works great, especially for painting rounded corners. @brandontgentry’s video is a must-watch for a full demonstration of the technique.
Other Painting Hacks
Here are some other painting tips and tricks we’ve covered in the past:
- To paint around glass, use this trick for a clean finish on doors and windows.
- You can paint stair spindles in minutes with an old sock.
- To avoid messes and spills, try this paint pouring method.
- Cover tiny gaps without painter’s tape using this seashell painting hack.
- For a tape-free option, use a paint edge tool.
- Make textured walls with sand or joint compound added to paint.
Happy painting!