Tutorial

Directions

2018 Clean Release Clean Walls

Step 1

Make sure to clean your surface before you tape, by using a damp sponge and a couple drops of dish soap mixed in a bucket of warm water.

2018 Clean Release Product Shot

Step 2

It’s important to choose which painter’s tape you’ll need for your project. Professional Painter’s Tape has a 3-day removal, high adhesion and works great on durable surfaces. Clean Release® Multiple Surface Painter’s Tape has a 14-day removal, medium adhesion and can be used for multiple, durable surfaces including painted walls and trim.

2018 Clean Release Taping

Step 3

Tape any areas on your surface you want to keep paint-free. For best results, tape in a 1-2 foot sections to avoid stretching the tape.

2018 Clean Release Burnish

Step 4

Burnish the tape’s edge with a plastic tool like a putty knife or credit card to ensure good adhesion.

2018 Clean Release Paint Walls

Step 5

Paint your surface.

2018 Clean Release Peel Tape

Step 6

For best results, remove the tape while the paint is still wet, making sure to slowly pull at a 45°angle. If you’re paint has dried, score along the painted edge of the tape to avoid pulling back any paint as you remove the tape.

2018 Clean Release Product Shot 2

Step 7

No matter what the project, Duck® brand painter’s tape is an easy way for contractors and home DIYers to get professional results.