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Plastic-wrapped
Paint Roller

You don't have to wash out
your paint roller if you'll be using it again tomorrow.
Put the roller inside of plastic bag or Spread a 14-in.
long strip of plastic wrap on a flat surface and push the
roller over the plastic. Seal the ends with twist ties.
More Paint Tips
When painting stairs, paint
every other step first. When these are dry, paint the
rest.
To avoid cleaning paint brushes and rollers if you intend
to use the same colour later, or if you do not have time
to clean immediately, place the brushes and rollers in a
plastic bag, tie shut and place in the freezer. They will
keep for several days without drying up.
Protect hands from paint solvent by putting the brush and
solvent into a strong plastic bag. With hands outside the
bag, work the solvent into the brush through the plastic.
After cleaning your paint brush, a few drops of oil worked
into the bristles will leave the brush soft and ready to
use.
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. |
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