The easiest, fastest and most precise way to paint your skirting boards with zero slip ups – revealed by a pro decorator
A PROFESSIONAL decorator has revealed a really simple way to paint your skirting boards perfectly.
The man shared his DIY trick in a popular video on TikTok – and it’s so easy to replicate at home.
As many people will know, painting skirting boards with perfect edges can be a tricky task.
However, in a post, the bloke demonstrated an easy, fast and precise way to maintain a straight line.
He showed that all you need is a wide painters’ spatula which you fit in the groove at the top of the skirting board
You then pass the paintbrush along the inside, and the result is a job well done.
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The clip has received more than 570,000 ‘likes’ and over 3,000 comments.
One person wrote: “So clever.”
Another commented: “Bro I could have used this info two weeks ago.”
A third shared: “Omg trying this fantastic.”
And a fourth added: “What!? No way.”
A fifth joked: “This is why I love TikTok!!!”
Meanwhile, others pointed out that his hack – while effective – might involve a little more effort.
They explained: “Only works for the first time. You’ll have to clean it every time you move to next board – the paint will ride up the back of it.”
Another noted: “When I tried this I still managed to get paint everywhere.”
A third recommended: “Laminate a piece of A4 paper, also works well.”