Painting tools and supplies can be really expensive in Australia. For example, take a look at these quotes:
- Plastic paint tray – $2-$5 (metal trays with legs cost higher)
- Painter’s tape – $3-$10
- Waterproof drop cloth – $5-$30
- Paint brushes – $3-$20
- Paint rollers – $10-$100
- Ladders – $20-$100
On average, you’d have to end up paying over $50 if you purchased inexpensive tools. But if you prefer the higher-end products, your tools could cost hundreds of dollars. Plus, the list we’ve mentioned hasn’t even scratched the surface. Professional painters use more tools that can add to their expense. This is why tool care is of the utmost importance.
At Public Liability Australia, we understand how expensive painting tools can be. We know you can’t keep spending money to acquire new tools regularly. This is why we’ve created this post on painting tool care, cleaning, and maintenance, that can provide the tips you need to safeguard your expensive tools.
Ten important painting tools and how to take care of them
- Wall cleaner
Place the bottle of wall cleaner out of the sunlight, preferably inside a cool closet space. Make sure the bottle cap is tightly on so that the cleaner doesn’t evaporate or lose its efficiency.
- Tape
As a professional painter, you might be using one/all of these tapes – Scotch tape, Painter’s tape, Masking tape, Drywall tape & Mesh tape. It’s important to keep them away from the sun, as UV rays can reduce the tape’s adhesive properties. The ideal storage temperature is 60
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