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MASKING TAPE

Question
I'm painting the interior of my home. I'm having a very difficult time with the edges: wall to ceiling and where the trim meets the wall. Just can't seem to get straight lines even with one of the 15" edging tools. Are there any "inside tips" that would help?

Answer
You might want to try using masking tape or "painters tape" to mask off one area while applying the paint to the neighboring area, to get a straight line. Be sure to apply the tape carefully, and press it down thoroughly. Masking tape should be removed promptly once the paint has dried, or it may be difficult to remove, and stick too much and pull up the paint underneath. Painters tape is more forgiving in this regard, and can be left on longer, at least for a day. Painter's tape is available at paint stores, home centers and hardware stores.