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a little fyi about paint brushes

12 years ago

Forgive me if you know this already.

If you're not finished painting and don't want to wash out the brush, store your wet paint brushes wrapped in a bag in the fridge and they'll stay wet for a long time. I've had mine in there for over a month and the paint never dried on them.

Comments (3)

Faron79
12 years ago
Yes....good tip!

BUT, it has been around for a looooonnng time.

Double-wrapping roller-sleeves/frame in plastic bags is good too.
JUST DON'T FREEZE THEM!
The paint that's left on the applicators is ruined then!

Faron
lauriedeee
Original Author
12 years ago
well, I wish somebody had told me a long time ago. :) I hate washing out paint brushes.
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Christopher Nelson Wallcovering and Painting
12 years ago
If they are wrapped tight, there is no need at all to put them in the fridge.

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