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Paintbrush
cleaning
Cleaning paintbrushes is a
messy job, but someone's got to do it. First wipe off as
much excess as you can. If you're using latex paint, work
the bristles in warm soapy water. For oil-based paint,
first clean brushes in a glass or metal container in an
inch of solvent, then use warm soapy water. Smooth clean
bristles with an old comb.
More Paint Tips
To clean paint rollers, fill
an empty one-quart milk carton with solvent, put the
roller inside and crimp the ends shut. Give the carton a
few shakes, then let sit for a couple of hours.
Simmer hardened paint brushes in full-strength vinegar.
Remove the softened paint with a wire comb or brush.
To remove oil or enamel paint from your hands, rub on
paste floor wax and then wash with plenty of soap and warm
water. There is no odor and it’s easier on the skin than
paint remover.
In time, a partly used can of paint will develop a skin on
top. To prevent this, cut waxed paper the size of the can
and drop it in.
To save partial cans of leftover paint, fill the airspace
with a lightly inflated balloon before pressing on the
lid.
To give bathroom fixtures a
new look, paint with an epoxy paint, sold especially for
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