When I want to paint sharp lines, either straight or wavy as on some Navy aircraft, I use blue or green painter’s tape, which can be purchased almost anywhere.
The tape does not allow paint to bleed under it, and it also peels off easily without lifting the underlying finish. I cut the width and shape of the strips I need by laying it out on a drafting board with a T square to keep the cuts straight.
Blue painter’s tape is economical to use as it costs about $8 for 60 yards (that’ll take a while to use up) and, depending on the width, goes around curves easily.
Tip submitted by:
Dennis Cermak
Fraser, Mich.