PAINT ESSENTIALS

Prep well. Paint better.

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Plan · Color

Sherwin-Williams color collection deck

A full color deck makes it easier to compare undertones, narrow the field, and evaluate options in the actual light of your home.

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02
Prep · Protect

FrogTape multi-surface painter’s tape

A dependable edge-control tape for protecting trim, creating clean lines, and reducing paint bleed during prep.

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Prep · Protect

H2O clear masking liquid

A brush-on masking option for glass and detailed areas where traditional tape can become slow or awkward.

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Prep · Protect

Pre-taped masking film

Combines tape and lightweight film to cover larger surfaces quickly while keeping overspray and drips contained.

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05
Prep · Protect

CoverGrip canvas drop cloth

A stable, reusable canvas layer that protects floors without the slipping and bunching common with thin plastic.

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06
Prep · Clean

CAREGY tack cloths

A simple final wipe that lifts fine dust before paint and helps create a cleaner, smoother finished surface.

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07
Prep · Repair

DAP DryDex spackling

Color-changing spackling makes small wall repairs easier to time by showing when the patch is ready to sand or paint.

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08
Prep · Multi-Tool

Hyde 6-in-1 painter’s tool

Scrape, spread, open, clean, and pry with one compact tool, the practical painter’s pocketknife for prep and cleanup.

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09
Apply · Brush

Proform 2½-inch chisel paintbrush

An angled professional-style brush for cutting in, working around trim, and controlling paint where a roller cannot reach.

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10
Apply · Roll

Marathon ½-inch nap roller covers

A versatile roller cover for applying an even coat across common interior wall textures.

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11
Apply · Roll

Purdy Revolution adjustable roller frame

A sturdy adjustable frame designed to keep the roller secure and make larger wall applications feel more controlled.

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12
Apply · Reach

Power Lock extension pole

An extension pole makes ceilings and taller walls easier to reach while reducing constant ladder movement.

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13
Apply · Large Areas

ROLLINGDOG 18-inch paint tray

An oversized tray setup helps wider rollers cover large surfaces efficiently and keeps the workflow moving.

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14
Apply · Large Areas

Purdy dual roll-off bucket insert

A molded roll-off liner for the Purdy NEST bucket system. Check compatibility with your bucket before ordering; the scene shows how a light liner sits inside a paint bucket.

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15
Apply · Spray

HomeRight Finish Max paint sprayer

A compact sprayer option for cabinetry, trim, furniture, and detailed projects where a brushed finish is not the goal.

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Maintain · Touch Up

Refillable touch-up paint pens

Store a small amount of the exact wall color for quick, mess-free touch-ups after the main paint project is complete.

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