can you use plain masking tape to cover borders when painting?

Answer 1

Yes you can. Thats what was used before they came out with the painter tape. It doesnt do near as good of a job as the blue painters tape though, so if you want it to look good, spend the extra couple of bucks.

Answer 2

If you mean as an edge to keep you from painting on them... I wouldn't suggest it. Masking tape might damage the border when you try to remove it. Painters tape (the blue stuff) has a weaker adhesive that is made to remove. But I would not leave it on any longer than needed, I have had it rip borders before as well.

Answer 3

No, the paint is more than likely will bleed threw or the tape wont stick to the wall. I wouldn't try it if you want a perfect line, besides it doesn't give much room for mistakes.

Answer 4

No, masking tape will rip off the paint under it.

Answer 5

Use 3M blue masking tape, it comes off easier when removing

Answer 6

no you dont want to do that, spend a couple bucks and buy the proper tape. this will save a lot of headachs

Answer 7

Any wound, even if stitched or not, heals extra effectual and faster even as that's roofed with a sterile bandage. opposite to wide-spread perception, leaving it uncovered to the air does not help. really, it will enhance the prospect of micro organism getting into contact with the wound, that can merely extend therapeutic.

Answer 8

Please dont!You need to use painters tape.3m has some ,its blue.You can buy it @Walmart or any hardware store for $3-$10 a roll.

Answer 9

no, use painter's tape

Answer 10

of course but i would prefere scotch because it's so clear and you can barelly see it!!!