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When you use masking tape to paint a stripe do you peel it of when wet or dry?
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∙ 12y ago
"YES" if you wait till the paint is dry,and then try to remove the tape,you risk pulling the edge of the paint with the tape.if the paint is dry,use a sharpe knife or box cuttter to cut the tape from the edge of the paint ,this should help to avoid pulling the paint away from the painted surface.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agodry other wise it will bleed!! :)
You can also take it off when the paint is tacky (starting to go off) In the case of oil based paints it is better to take off when the paint surface is starting to go off as it will sometime ahere to the new paint and cause ragged edge lines. In the case of emulsion and acrylic then it can be left to set first .
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How soon should you remove blue painting tape after painting?
I like to remove all masking paper and tape after the paint has had enough time to set up but hasn't completely dried. Often, when applying semi-gloss, if you wait too long the tape can peel the paint off of the wall.
Can you use masking tape on a wall you have just painted to get an even edge on the woodwork you are about to gloss?
You don't want to use masking tape. After a short time it will be hard to remove. When your new paint is good and dry, you should use the blue painter's tape. It should come off with out pulling off the paint, but I would try a small test on one spot frist.
A type of tape often used when painting?
Painters tape
Does masking tape damage wall paint?
it depends on how long you keep the tape there and how hard you pull it off. for example if you put it on for lets say, 1 day and you take it off slowly and you don't rip, the paint will stay on. but if you keep it on for lets say, a month and you rip it of, the paint will most likely come off. Also, it depends on how long you have had the paint on the walls. if you just painted you walls you might want to let the paint set before you put tape on it. But, if your paint has been on her for a long time, like 5 years without a new coat, you should re paint it and then let it set before you but tape on it. Hope this helps!
Why can't you use masking tape to tape electrical wires?
Masking tape isn't designed to be either insulating or watertight, so it's a really bad choice to use to tape electrical wiring together. What masking tape is designed for is paint masking then easy removal after the paint dries without leaving any residue. If you just temporarily want to tape the wires to a wall or something, it's fine, but using it on exposed wiring is a bad idea, and masking tape isn't designed for longtime service anyway. Masking tape is considered disposable, electrical tape is considered permanent. <<>> Electrical tape has an inherent insulation property. It comes in many thickness and temperature ratings. There are two main types in use in the electrical trade. The PVC tape is the everyday tape used for general insulating purposes. The second type is a rubber amalgamating tape. This type is used on large motor splices. Once the rubber tape is applied, it amalgamates into one mass of rubber to provide the proper insulation value. After the rubber tape is applied an over wrap of PVC tape is applied to provide wear protection to the splice.
What is a painter's tape?
A painter's tape is a variety of masking tape which has the specific purpose of protecting areas from paint with a weaker adhesive than regular masking tape.
Is there any masking tape available that guarentees no paint bleeding?
There is some masking tape that offer that, however they still stick on the paint if you are not placing them correctly. You should on the border flushed so you can avoid paint bleeding.
Can you paint on vinyl letters?
Yes, but please use a stencil or masking tape.
Will duct tape damage a guitars paint job?
yes. a masking tape (bright yellow brown) wont.
Can I use masking tape to seal my moving boxes?
I wouldn't use masking tape for moving purposes. Masking tape is usually used for painting, to tape off walls. It's easily removable as to not harm the paint, so it's not ideal for packing boxes. You can use masking tape for your move, but it's not the best solution. You should go down to your local post office. They should have some packing tape for sale. But if masking tape is all you have, it should work out OK.
Where can you buy blue tape...the kind that you can tape on anything and it won't damage the paper or whatever?
Blue masking tape is commonly sold in many paint stores.
How soon should you remove blue painting tape after painting?
I like to remove all masking paper and tape after the paint has had enough time to set up but hasn't completely dried. Often, when applying semi-gloss, if you wait too long the tape can peel the paint off of the wall.
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What is the easyiest way to paint ZEBRA strips onto my walls?
Paint the entire wall the entire color of what ever your lightest color is(white). Use a high quality tape that is the thickness of the stripe you want. Put the tape over where you want the white strips to be, paint the wall the darker color (black) remove the tape. removing the tape while the paint is wet will be the easiest, but you must be very careful or the paint will blend or be messed up. The tape can be removed when the paint is dry also, but remember the paint either has to be really wet or really dry or it may peel when the tape is removed. And use a good tape, like scotch Blue Painters Tape, Or Frog tape. Dont use the cheap stuff you wont be happy.
How do you paint your own vehicle?
If you don't care what it looks like, you can do it yourself. Cover all the chrome with masking tape. Lay newspapers over the side moirrors and windows, tape them down with masking tape. Buy "Metallic" spay paint and have fun. Caution: You should do this in a shady area when the wind isn't blowing. The sun will make it blister and the wind will put dust on the paint.
Who is Richard G Drew?
Richard drew invented Scotch Tape. And Masking tape and Duct tape. he invented scotch, Masking, and duct tape! he invented scotch, Masking, and duct tape!
Can you use masking tape on a wall you have just painted to get an even edge on the woodwork you are about to gloss?
You don't want to use masking tape. After a short time it will be hard to remove. When your new paint is good and dry, you should use the blue painter's tape. It should come off with out pulling off the paint, but I would try a small test on one spot frist.
