Painting neatly is always a challenge, especially when painting around glass, such as window frames or glass-paneled cabinet doors.
While you could apply masking tape around the edges of the glass, tape can be hard to position properly and remove. A better solution is to line the edges of the glass with strips of ordinary printer paper.
- Start by cutting paper to approximately 1” wide strips, making sure that the edges are straight. A paper cutter or straight edge and utility knife work great for this.
- Cut the paper to the length needed for a good fit around the glass.
- Wet the paper in a pan of water so it will adhere to the glass.
- Take a strip of paper out of the water, and run it through your fingers to remove any excess.
- Position each strip on the glass around the frame, using only the adhesion provided by the water to hold it in place.
- Once the strips are arranged, use a dry paintbrush to smooth them out.
- After painting, simply peel off the paper from the glass.
Watch the video above to learn more.