Painting Tips & Trade Skills

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  • What is the Tip Saver for airless spray tips?

    The Tip Saver

    For decades, painters have been cleaning and storing airless spray gun components in many different ways. The process has always been messy and time consuming – sorting,...

  • The Art of Cutting In with The Idaho Painter

    The Art of Cutting In

    The art of cutting in ceiling lines is a skill that takes years to master but with a little guidance you will master this in a shorter...

  • Painting While Pregnant

    Painting While Pregnant

    Pregnant and still trying to paint? I have some professional advice and concerns you should read before doing so. The saying better safe then sorry really applies...

  • Writing paperless estimates with The Idaho Painter

    Writing Paperless Bids & Estimates

    Even if you think it is unnecessary or you already have enough work, creating and having a webpage and a quality bid package is part of an...

  • Is masking a sin?  Why painters mask.

    Is Masking A Sin?

    I recently had the amazing opportunity to teach airless spraying at the Williamson College of the Trades in Pennsylvania which was an incredible experience. This Trade School...

  • Painters Care by The Idaho Painter

    Painters Care Program Launch

    Follow us on our journey with Painters Care. We have just launched this new idea and we want you to be part of it. #PaintersCare  Stay tuned for...