Lay Out Drop Cloths
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MASKING BEFORE PAINTING TIPS. What To Mask With Painters Tape and a Handmasker. Interior masking.
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With the paper masking complete, lay out two canvas drop cloths on the floor. One drop cloth should be positioned along the wall you are actively painting to catch any drips or splatters. The second drop cloth is essential to place your paint pan and roller tray on, preventing spills directly onto the floor. This also eliminates the need to drag a paint-laden pan across the carpet, minimizing mess. It is recommended to use 4ft x 12ft runners to easily move along the wall being painted, potentially laying it over the taped paper on the carpet for maximum coverage.
Goal: Position canvas drop cloths strategically on the floor to provide robust protection against spills and splatters during painting.