3M 2093EL-48N Use and Care Manual
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1. Not all painting projects are the same he type of painter s tape you should use and how you prep for painting will vary from room to room anq surface to surface Textured cellings bathrooms and accent walls present unique challenges but with these tips your finished project will look like it was done by a pro Good masking is the key to sharp professional paint lines and an overall neat finished look A great paint job begins with knowing which tape to use how to mask properly and how to remove the tape Make sure you re using the best Clean the surface and make sure Pull tape off the roll a few feet It also can help avoid rework tape for the job Check out our it is dry and dust free This will help ata time Lay it onto surface l l l Tape Selector Chart to see which the tape stick properly depressions Press down as you go by preventing paint drips ScotchBlue Painter s Tape best Avoid stretching the tape this can spatters and accidental suits your project cause it to lift up or break brush strokes amy a Secure the tape by pressing the Remove the tape at a 45 degree edge down with a flexible putty angle and at a moderate speed knife or 5 in 1 tool If the surface is Just pull the tape back on itself If textured seal the edge of the tape adhesive sticks to the surface try a with the existing base color of the 90 degree angle If paint is pulling wall This will prevent the new paint up with the2. E i Vinyl Laminate PE TEST a Hi sli Cabinets E z Heavy Grain oak hickory TEST _ Smooth Grain birch ash maple TEST X y Paper or Veneer Laminates ONR NR Countertops Tile Grout Caulk E a a _ Hardware Glass Porcelain Other Exterior Surfaces Freshly Painted _ Non Textured Surfaces Hi pi Brick Block Stone Concrete 2e NR Hardware Glass TEST Vinyl Aluminum Metal Trim se J TEST Vinyl Siding Clapboard non rough TEST _ Wood Siding rough amp non rough 3 3e TEST Recommended Learn more about masking on textured surfaces at www ScotchBlue TEST Test compatibility before com use as results may vary None of the ScotchBlue Painter s Tapes are recommended for use on NR Not Recommended laquered surfaces 3M ScotchBlue the Plaid Design and the X BLUE color of the tape are trademarks of 3M Printed in U S A 3M 3M 2010 70 0713 3539 4
3. ines Steps continued on next page L blue Painter s Tape General Usage Textured Surface Nobody wants over splash when painting here s how to avoid getting paint where you don t want it This tip is particularly useful when you are masking textured ceilings or walls Painting Next to Tiles The secret to preventing painting mistakes on textured surfaces is to use a thin strip of caulking to seal your tape Start by applying ScotchBlue Painter s Tape Original Multi Surface directly to the ceiling Wait about 24 hours for the paint to dry and then score the tape Paint your walls Dispense a small amount of caulk less than 1 8 and apply to the edge of the tape along the top of the wall Allow it to dry for a few minutes Gently peel away the tape at an angle it s okay for some caulking to remain Admire your work Painting rooms with tile such as bathrooms is easier than you think Just follow these tios to ensure you get into the tile grooves Carefully apply ScotchBlue Painter s Tape Original Multi Surface along tiles pressing it down a little at a time Now you re ready to paint Go back and press down again making sure the tape gets into the grooves This will helo ensure that the tape adheres properly to to prevent paint bleed Steps continued on next page Y clue ves s Tape Tape Selector Chart A successful
4. painting project requires the right tools including a tape designed for your project ScotchBlue Painter s Tape Delicate Surface enables precise paint lines when used on smooth surfaces ScotchBlue Painter s Tape Original Multi Surface works well on light textured surfaces Both tapes are UV resistant and can be used in direct sunlight To use the chart Determine the surface texture of the area you will be masking not painting When masking rough surfaces consider using Scotch Masking Tape Minimum 10 Post Consumer Fiber Construction and Home Improvement Markets Division 3M Center Building 223 4S 02 St Paul MN 55144 1000 1 800 494 3552 www ScotchBlue com AREA YOU NEED TO MASK enol u ScotchBlue Delicate Surface Walls amp Ceilings Freshly Painted Non Textured Surfaces ali NR Walls amp Ceilings o G _ Heavy Texture TEST NR Light Texture x TEST TEST Smooth Texture TEST l y Ceiling Tiles amp Grids NR NR E3 Paneling iz Ea Vinyl Coated Wallpaper Borders NR Baseboards Window amp Door F rim te E E Hi ili Wood Trim o 7 Heavy Grain oak hickory x TEST Smooth Grain birch ash maple E xX Vinyl Aluminum Metal Trim xo et ieee ace ae ult Ai Solid Hardwood i Finished Engineered Hardwood NR NR J6 Unfinished TEST NR Carpet ze TEST NR Marble Slate Stone Concrete v
5. tape try scoring the color from seeping under the tape edge of the tape with a razor blade before pulling further Steps continued on next page Y blue General Usage Painter s Tape Importance of Scoring A little patience and preparation will help you avoid peeling away paint when you take off your painter s tape Any latex paint can lift off the surface For clean removal use a flexible if you try to remove the tape before putty knife or 5 in 1 tool and score the paint is thoroughly dry see paint along the edge of the tape This will manufacturer dry times on can help break the paint bond between the wall and tape edge Taking your time lift up the painter s tape at a 45 degree angle You ll get a sharp clean line and a professional looking paint job Slightly Textured Surface Prevent paint bleeding on slightly textured surfaces using this simple technique Start by applying ScotchBlue Paint over the tape with the existing Paint your accent wall Painter s Tape Delicate Surface to wall color the color that s on your the edge of the wall you will not be non accent wall using a dry brush painting Apply the tape where it to seal it into place Once dry you re meets the accent wall ready to paint your accent wall When paint is dry approximately 24 hours score the tape Peel off painter s tape at an angle revealing a perfect accent wall with super sharp paint l
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