Masking Fireplace Edges and Opening

What happens here

To prevent any unwanted paint or plaster from adhering to adjacent surfaces, the presenter meticulously applies FrogTape along the outer edges of the fireplace. He stresses the advantage of FrogTape, which offers a 21-day clean release, ensuring that paint will not peel off when the tape is removed, even if the project extends over several days. The firebox opening is then completely covered with masking paper, secured with tape, to fully protect it from the subsequent decorative finish applications.

Goal: The presenter carefully applies FrogTape around the fireplace edges and masks the firebox opening with paper to protect surrounding areas from paint and plaster.