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Getting started
It's a good idea to spend some time planning
your project so that it runs smoothly. These
simple tips can help.
Before you start
Plan the order in which the work needs to be
done.
Always use the right equipment for the job.
Make sure you have good ventilation before you
start painting or varnishing.
If you are using more than one pot of paint in
the same colour, mix them together in a larger
container in case of slight colour variations.
While you are painting
Always keep pets and children away from the area
in which you are working.
Wear adequate eye protection.
When taking a short break, stand the paint in a
cool safe place and wrap your brush in cling
film.
Large surfaces such as walls and ceilings should
only be painted with water-based paint.
When you have finished
If you've finished working and you've been using
solvent-based paints, get your brush clean with
Brush Cleaner
Brushes should be stored flat or on their
handles. Standing them on their ends will bend
the bristles and spoil them.
To reseal a can of paint so that it is airtight,
wipe the rim of the can clean, replace the lid,
place a block of wood over the top and tap it
down with a hammer.
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