Painting Tools

Husky 15-in-1 Painter’s Tool

Apr 27, 2021 Stuart 36 Comments

How do you feel about the Husky 15-in-1 paint tool?

Hand Tools

New Dewalt and Level 5 One-Piece Drywall Knives – 100% Stainless Steel with Polished Seams

Sep 3, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

Level 5 has come out with new “one-piece” drywall joint compound knives.

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Duck-Brand Blue Painter’s Tape

Aug 16, 2018 Stuart 6 Comments

Have you used Duck Brand blue painter’s tape before?

Made in USA

Deal: Wooster Pro Brush 3-Pack

Aug 3, 2018 Stuart 25 Comments

I found a great Wooster Pro promo brush bundle.

Painting Tools

Soy-Gel – a Safer Paint & Urethane Remover

Mar 9, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

Franmar Chemicals’ Soy-Gel is a safer professional paint stripper that can be used to remove acrylics, urethanes, epoxies, and lead-based paints. Soy-Gel is non-caustic, non-toxic, safe to use outdoors as well as indoors, and cleans up easily with water.

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