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Secrets of a Perfect Paint Job

24 pro tips to ensure our walls and trim get a flawless finish… more

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Q: When painting stucco, is it better to spray and back-roll, or roll on?

— Ray, San Jose, California

Tips


"Put your roller tray inside a drawstring kitchen trash bag and pull the strings tight, then pour the paint into the tray as usual. After painting, turn the bag inside out so that the paint is inside. Pull the strings and throw the bag away. The tray is clean and ready for another color."
— Ruffin Waller, Richmond, Va

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