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  • Toolboxes for All Occasions: Painting Toolbox
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    From "Tool School"
    episode DTSC-105


    PHOTO

    Painters tape
    PHOTO

    Paint key (essentially, a paint "can opener")
    PHOTO

    A variety of brushes
    PHOTO

    Roller brushes
    PHOTO

    Telescoping handle
    Sometimes painting even a small room can be a big project, but the job can be much easier when using the correct tools. Cheri Van Bynen offer advice on what tools will help prepare you for painting.

    Items you should have in your painting toolbox:


    • Spackling compound and putty knife

    • Drop cloth

    • Safety glasses

    • Painters hat

    • Painters tape

    • Paint can opener

    • Stir stick

    • Sponge brush

    • Paint brush

    • Paint roller

    • Telescoping roller handle

    • Painters rags

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    Tips to Remember:

    • Store used paintbrushes in a storage bag, then place in the freezer until the next use.

    • A sanding sponge can smooth out walls before the first coat of paint is applied.

    • Use spackling compound to repair walls before painting.

    • Sponge brushes will apply paint in corners and other small spaces.

    • Always cover furniture and carpeting with a drop cloth.

  • ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:
  		• Toolboxes for All Occasions: Home Repair Toolbox
  		• Toolboxes for All Occasions: Tiling Toolbox
  		• Toolboxes for All Occasions: Painting Toolbox
  		• Toolboxes for All Occasions: Furniture Repair Toolbox