Use and Care Manual

General Usage
TM
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Nobody wants over-splash
when painting — here’s how
to avoid getting paint where
you don’t want it. This tip is
particularly useful when you
are masking textured ceilings
or walls.
Textured Surface
Gently peel away the tape at an
angle (it’s okay for some caulking to
remain). Admire your work.
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Paint your walls.
The secret to preventing painting
mistakes on textured surfaces is
to use a thin strip of caulking to
seal your tape. Start by applying
ScotchBlue
TM
Painter’s Tape Original
Multi-Surface directly to the ceiling.
Dispense a small amount of caulk
(less than 1/8”), and apply to the
edge of the tape along the top of
the wall. Allow it to dry for a few
minutes.
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Wait about 24 hours for the paint to
dry and then score the tape.
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Now you’re ready to paint!
Carefully apply ScotchBlue
TM
Painter’s Tape Original Multi-Surface
along tiles – pressing it down a little
at a time.
Go back and press down again,
making sure the tape gets into the
grooves. This will help ensure that
the tape adheres properly to to
prevent paint bleed.
Painting rooms with tile, such
as bathrooms, is easier than
you think. Just follow these
tips to ensure you get into the
tile grooves.
Painting Next to Tiles