Let’s talk about a woman who hardly requires an introduction—given that she isn’t just a celebrity on a design channel but also runs one herself! Just in case anyone has missed out, though, let’s go through the introductions. Joanna Gaines, alongside her spouse Chip, is both the proprietor and personality behind various programs on the Magnolia Network such as “Fixer Upper: Welcome Home” and “Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines.” She is also the founder and manager of the famous attraction known as Magnolia Market, otherwise called the Silos, located in Waco, Texas.
An additional aspect of her design domain, Gaines also runs her own range of Magnolia Paints developed in collaboration with KILZ. Each hue is carefully created to perfectly suit the various distinctive initiatives she undertakes, like the Castle and Lakehouse collections. Consequently, it’s not surprising that due to her extensive experience from both the paint studio and numerous intimate design ventures, Gaines possesses ample expertise regarding smart painting techniques to simplify and refine the process. She revealed one straightforward yet brilliant tip on this subject.
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She refers to this method as “The Rubber Band Trick.” It stops paint from spilling over the edges of the paint can by securing a rubber band around its rim and utilizing it to scrape off excess paint from your brush. This simple trick not only keeps the paint can tidy but also aids in managing the quantity of paint applied with each stroke, ensuring the container remains ready for future use when storing paints long term. Shall we get started?
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Utilize a rubber band stretched across the opening of the paint can to remove excess paint from your brush and keep the edges clean.
Joanna Gaines’
smart paint hack
It doesn’t get simpler – just place a big elastic band vertically around an open paint container, ensuring it goes across the middle of the opening. Whenever you use a brush, scrape it along the rubber band instead of the inner rim of the can to eliminate extra paint and stop dripping. This not only helps manage the quantity of paint on your brush but also keeps the sides of the can tidy. Consequently, cleaning up afterward becomes extremely fast and effortless.
Here’s a cautionary note: Avoid overstretching a tiny rubber band since it could snap during your project due to excessive tension, turning into an unintended paint launcher—useful only if you aim for a chaotic splatter look. A viewer commented on Gaines’ video recommending placing a piece of painter’s tape down the middle of the can instead; this method eliminates the hazard of sudden breakage and messy spray dispersion. Nonetheless, using a robustly sized rubber band should not pose such problems, as numerous painting experts endorse this approach. It offers greater resilience compared to tape.
Why Gaines’ Technique Really Aids in Maintaining Your Paint’s Quality Over Time
Apart from ensuring cleanliness and proper paint distribution, why does implementing such a method matter significantly? Whenever we clean our brushes against the inner rim of the paint can as commonly done, excess paint spreads onto the sides and accumulates around the area where the lid locks. This not only creates a chaotic situation during closure but also poses risks; failing to handle it carefully might result in splattering wet paint everywhere using tools like hammers or rubber mallets. Moreover, after drying out, this accumulated paint may form hard layers atop the container, impairing the tightness of the seal. To maintain the usability of paint over several years, maintaining an air-tight seal is crucial. However, dried paint could disrupt this process and lead to premature issues with storing the paint effectively.
paint to dry out
or go bad.
Joanna Gaines has a smart technique that keeps the rims of your paint cans free from drips, ensuring a superior seal for prolonged storage. To achieve an even more secure closure, place a layer of plastic wrap between the rim and the lid prior to sealing it. Store these paint containers in a spot away from direct sunlight, maintaining temperatures between 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year—so avoid placing them in the garage during colder months when consistent warmth isn’t guaranteed.
restore frozen paint
When kept under appropriate conditions, your paint can remain usable for approximately two years, more or less. Correctly storing your paint will also help you save money over time because you won’t need to buy additional paint for minor fixes or future projects.
The next time you’re planning a painting project, treat yourself to Gaines’ incredibly useful and versatile rubber band trick. It will make your work easier and storing supplies much simpler.
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