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When you're
rolling paint onto walls or ceilings, a fine mist of paint settles on unprotected trim. For
baseboards, forget about covering them completely. Just cover the top of each one with a "shelter" made from painter's tape. A single over-hanging strip of 1-1/2-in. or 2-in. tape catches roller splatters just like the roof overhang on a house keeps rain off the siding. Tape doesn't stick to dusty surfaces very well, so be sure to vacuum or wipe down your baseboards before masking. Also, press the tape down hard with a putty knife to prevent paint from bleeding underneath. For the best results, use "self-sealing" tape.
— MICHAEL WHITING, PRO PAINTER
