Paintbrush Drip Stopper

You'll wonder how you ever painted without this amazing simple, but ingenious, tip.

By the experts at The Family Handyman

From The Family Handyman

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When you wipe your paintbrush against the inside of the can, paint fills the rim and eventually runs down the side and onto the floor. Solve the problem by wiping the paint against a heavy rubber band wrapped around the center of the can. Excess paint will drip back into the can without making a mess or gumming up the lid.

From The Family Handyman - May 2003

• Choosing a Paint Brush
• How to choose the right brush for your paint job.
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• How Much Paint Should You Buy?
• Don't end up buying too much or too little paint. Use this formula to figure out how much paint you need for your room before you buy it.
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• Decorative Painting
• How to create a perfect rag-rolled finish, even the first time, using an inexpensive dual-roller system.
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• Exterior Painting
• Paint your house faster and better using these brushing, rolling and cutting-in techniques.
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