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Painting tools: when they help and how not to buy the wrong thing

A good tool shortens the work, but a poor match can raise the cost and spoil the finish. In this section you can compare uses, limits and moments when it is better to buy, rent or hire a specialist.

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Airless paint sprayer – uses, selection and safe working

A painting sprayer is a spray device for quickly applying paint to large surfaces. When choosing, compare the parameters: performance and pressure; nozzle; hose and filtration. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Angled sash brush – uses, selection and safe working

The Angle Brush is a brush with slanted bristles for cuts, corners and hard-to-reach places. When choosing, compare the parameters: bristles; width and shape; cast. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Filling knife – uses, selection and safe working

A painting spatula is a small tool for applying repair compounds, scraping and local corrections. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Flat paintbrush – uses, selection and safe working

Flat brush is a brush for painting edges, details, wood, metal and smaller surfaces. When choosing, compare the parameters: bristles; width and shape; cast. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Masking tape – uses, selection and safe working

Painter's tape is a self-adhesive accessory for protecting edges and making clean cuts. When choosing, compare the parameters: adhesion / thickness; clean removal time; resistance. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Mini paint roller – uses, selection and safe working

A mini paint roller is a small roller for details, door frames, radiators, furniture and narrow wall sections. When choosing, compare the parameters: plating; width; core. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Paint mixer – uses, selection and safe working

The paint mixer is an attachment for homogeneous mixing of paints, primers and light coatings. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Paint roller – uses, selection and safe working

A paint roller is a tool for evenly applying paints and primers to larger surfaces. When choosing, compare the parameters: plating; width; core. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Paint scraper – uses, selection and safe working

A paint scraper is a tool for removing loose coatings, adhesive residues and dirt from the surface. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Paint tray – uses, selection and safe working

A paint tray is a container with a drainage surface for collecting paint with a roller. When choosing, compare the parameters: dimension; stiffness; draining texture. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Protective sheeting – uses, selection and safe working

Painting foil is a protective material used to protect floors, furniture and equipment from getting dirty. When choosing, compare the parameters: adhesion / thickness; clean removal time; resistance. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Roller extension pole – uses, selection and safe working

The roller extender is a telescopic pole that increases the reach of the roller without constantly using a ladder. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Roller grid – uses, selection and safe working

A paint grid is a bucket insert used to evenly drain excess paint from the roller. When choosing, compare the parameters: dimension; stiffness; draining texture. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Touch-up sponge – uses, selection and safe working

The touch-up sponge is a sponge for gentle leveling, cleaning and spot corrections of the coating. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.

Utility knife for masking – uses, selection and safe working

The tape cutter is a precise knife for cutting tape, foil and protective paper. When choosing, compare the parameters: operating range; accuracy; compatibility. Use according to instructions, after testing the material and with protection appropriate to the risk.