Cut in around the
Edges

Author

Author

Yasir Naseer

Published on:

October 8, 2023

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Do it yourself

“Master the art of precision with our guide on ‘How to Cut In Around the Edges.’ Discover the techniques for achieving clean and sharp lines while painting walls. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced DIY enthusiast, our step-by-step instructions and expert tips will ensure your edges are flawless. Say goodbye to paint smudges and uneven borders as you transform your space with confidence and style. Watch our video tutorial for a quick and easy lesson in achieving professional-looking edges during your painting project.”

How to Cut In Around the Edges Universal Brushwares. Step-by-step guides and tutorials

Step 1. Prepare the Area

Clear the area around the edges you’ll be painting. Move furniture and items away from the walls to create a clear workspace.

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Step 2. Prepare the Surface

Start by removing all furniture and items from the room. This will create a spacious and clutter-free environment for your painting project.

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If you want to ensure extra protection for adjacent surfaces (e.g., ceilings, baseboards, or trim), apply painter’s tape along the edges of these surfaces. This will create a clean boundary for your cutting-in work.

Step 4. Load the Paintbrush

Dip the tip of your paintbrush into the paint, allowing the bristles to absorb the paint without overloading them. You want enough paint to work with but not so much that it drips.

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Step 5. Start Cutting In

Begin in a corner or at the top of the wall near the ceiling. Hold the brush at a slight angle, with the bristles facing the area you’re painting.

Carefully draw a straight line along the edge, moving the brush horizontally. Work slowly and steadily to create a clean and straight line.

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Hold the brush at a slight angle, with the bristles facing the area you’re painting.

Work slowly and steadily to create a clean and straight line. Use controlled, smooth strokes.

Step 6. Blend and Feather

As you work, periodically go back over the painted edge with light, feathering strokes to blend the cut-in paint with the rest of the wall. This helps eliminate any visible brush marks and ensures a seamless transition.

Step 7. Remove Painters Tape (If Applied)

If you used painter’s tape to protect adjacent surfaces, carefully remove it while the paint is still slightly tacky to achieve clean lines.

By following these steps, you’ll become skilled at cutting in around the edges, creating precise and professional-looking results when painting your walls.

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