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The challenge with any paint job is making sure that the product doesn\u2019t end up on <\/span>other <\/span><\/i>surfaces. You want to paint your walls, not your dining room table or hardwood floors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Whenever you come across a painting blog, you inevitably read the following advice: <\/span>Use a drop cloth! <\/span><\/i>Even the most experienced painters use drop cloths. They\u2019re like a safety net. On top of that, they\u2019re affordable and reusable. There\u2019s no reason <\/span>not <\/span><\/i>to use them.<\/span><\/p>\n Some people learn the hard way why it\u2019s essential to paint with a drop cloth. We wrote this post so that you don\u2019t end up as one of them. Here\u2019s why drop cloths are essential for any painting project:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sometimes, it seems like paint has a mind of its own. Be sure to cover the entire floor when you\u2019re painting.<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s no part of your home where you <\/span>want <\/span><\/i>paint splatters on the floors, but some areas are worse than others. Take a carpet, for example. If your black wall paint drops onto the floor, you\u2019ll need to schedule a carpet cleaning service (or replace it altogether).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Your expensive hardwood floors will be worth much less if they\u2019re stained by paint splatters. Even if you spill paint on inexpensive vinyl flooring, it\u2019s a hassle to clean up or replace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Can\u2019t move your sectional sofa out of the room you\u2019re painting? No sweat. Lay a drop cloth or two down on top of it, and you\u2019ll keep your furniture safe from paint splatters and drops. You can use as many drop cloths as needed to protect your furniture and decorations from paint.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nProtect Your Floors<\/b><\/h2>\n
Keep Your Furniture Safe<\/b><\/h2>\n
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