DIYTried-and-true tip
Rubber band around the paint can to scrape excess paint
A rubber band around the paint can wipes off excess paint instead of letting it run down the rim.
- Time
- ⏱ 1 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ easy
What you need
- Wide, firm rubber band
- Paint can
- Brush
How to do it
- Stretch the rubber band vertically around the can.
- Wipe the brush on the band so the excess paint goes back into the can.
Variations
- A somewhat wider and firmer rubber band works best.
Sources
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Um das zu vermeiden, genügt ein einfaches Gummiband.“ ; „Es wird vertikal um die Dose gespannt.





