EZ, cheapo paint and stain masking

[173abn]

JD sounds like a good way to do it.an off topic question,what the heck is a troll? russ

 

[JDgreen]

So, when you're using them, they aren't stacked in any way -- correct?

Well, yes, they are. Having a stack makes them much more rigid. When you are done with the stain for the day, and the top tray in the stack has nothing but a small amount of liquid stain left, pour it back into the can, and put the top one on the bottom, so when you start anew, you have the same three trays, and the top one is new and unused. After three uses, toss them all.

 

[JDgreen]

JD sounds like a good way to do it.an off topic question,what the heck is a troll? russ

A troll is a member of an internet forum who has no real purpose there except to annoy or harass other members.

A troll NEVER starts a thread, nor do they provide any useful information for other members.

A troll usually has a very low post count, and makes up fictional information to make themselves sound important or superior, yet they actually know nothing about the subject being discussed.

 

[Two-Stroke]

Well, yes, they are. Having a stack makes them much more rigid. When you are done with the stain for the day, and the top tray in the stack has nothing but a small amount of liquid stain left, pour it back into the can, and put the top one on the bottom, so when you start anew, you have the same three trays, and the top one is new and unused. After three uses, toss them all.

That's a clever way to minimize the mess and have a clean, new tray to work with the next day. That's a useful tip. :thumbsup:

 

[JDgreen]

That's a clever way to minimize the mess and have a clean, new tray to work with the next day. That's a useful tip. :thumbsup:

I don't mind painting or staining, but try to think up ways to speed up the prep work or cleanup. It amazes me how many people still use the paint can to hold the coating, dip the brush, and drag the bristles on the can edge...doing that reduces the amount of liquid on the brush by nearly half. You can use a paint tray with a liner to produce the same results and speed cleanup, but the aluminum pans have a uniform depth and are easier to move around without spilling.