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expiredbabgaly | Staff posted Aug 17, 2023 04:11 AM

23" Zinsser Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Tool Paint Guide

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Amazon has 23" Zinsser Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Tool Paint Guide (98018) on sale for $4.97. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $25+ or $35+ orders (minimum requirement varies by location).
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  • About this item:
    • Great for use as a trim guide and paint shield.
    • This item has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 520 customer reviews on Amazon.com
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Amazon has 23" Zinsser Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Tool Paint Guide (98018) on sale for $4.97. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $25+ or $35+ orders (minimum requirement varies by location).
  • Note: Usually ships within 2-4 weeks
Thanks to Deal Hunter babgaly for sharing this deal.

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Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • About this item:
    • Great for use as a trim guide and paint shield.
    • This item has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 520 customer reviews on Amazon.com
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Model: Zinsser 98018 Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Tool Paint Guide, 23-Inch

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Superman789
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No bad for having it shipped to your home.

But if you have a harbor freight near you they have the 24in for $5.99

https://www.harborfreight.com/24-...96301.html
Mr_Benn
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No. The blade's not that strong, and it bends or gives slightly. The handle is plastic. If you paint, the blade has to go *under* the trim, or the paint will flow beyond the blade to the surface you are trying to protect. I have 2 of these, in different sizes, and I find they are hardly used because of these issues, and that painters tape and/or rosin paper is a much better option.

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Aug 17, 2023 09:28 AM
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SanshellAug 17, 2023 09:28 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Sanshell

A helpful tool when painting baseboards.
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Superman789Aug 17, 2023 10:01 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Superman789

No bad for having it shipped to your home.

But if you have a harbor freight near you they have the 24in for $5.99

https://www.harborfreight.com/24-...96301.html
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Aug 17, 2023 01:35 PM
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CyanPencil512
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Aug 17, 2023 01:35 PM
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Is it ideal for cutting trim?
Does it have a strong stainless steel blade?
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Aug 17, 2023 03:00 PM
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DuckinCAAug 17, 2023 03:00 PM
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Quote from Superman789 :
No bad for having it shipped to your home.

But if you have a harbor freight near you they have the 24in for $5.99

https://www.harborfreight.com/24-...96301.html
An inch longer, but it costs more and I have to drive to HF? Just checking if I'm missing something. Thank you! 😊
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Mr_BennAug 17, 2023 03:12 PM
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Quote from CyanPencil512 :
Is it ideal for cutting trim?
Does it have a strong stainless steel blade?
No. The blade's not that strong, and it bends or gives slightly. The handle is plastic. If you paint, the blade has to go *under* the trim, or the paint will flow beyond the blade to the surface you are trying to protect. I have 2 of these, in different sizes, and I find they are hardly used because of these issues, and that painters tape and/or rosin paper is a much better option.
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Aug 17, 2023 03:22 PM
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lookitskelvinAug 17, 2023 03:22 PM
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this is also good if you're a taco vendor scraping your griddle
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k1downAug 17, 2023 03:23 PM
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Maybe I was using it wrong but when i tried to use these to mask while painting it was a disaster. paint all over the surface i was trying to protect. I did however use it to smooth out some expanding foam i had applied and it worked great for that

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papitosabeAug 17, 2023 03:24 PM
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Quote from DuckinCA :
An inch longer, but it costs more and I have to drive to HF? Just checking if I'm missing something. Thank you! 😊
So if one doesn't have prime, such as myself, and u don't hit the minimum free shipping limit b4 deal is over, the HF one is a comparable option
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Quote from Mr_Benn :
No. The blade's not that strong, and it bends or gives slightly. The handle is plastic. If you paint, the blade has to go *under* the trim, or the paint will flow beyond the blade to the surface you are trying to protect. I have 2 of these, in different sizes, and I find they are hardly used because of these issues, and that painters tape and/or rosin paper is a much better option.
Quote from k1down :
Maybe I was using it wrong but when i tried to use these to mask while painting it was a disaster. paint all over the surface i was trying to protect. I did however use it to smooth out some expanding foam i had applied and it worked great for that
I'm with you guys. I've had something like this for decades and every few years I think I should try it again, but always just go back to taping or carefully edging by hand with a nice little stubby angled brush.
Aug 17, 2023 03:35 PM
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MajorDizasterAug 17, 2023 03:35 PM
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Quote from Mr_Benn :
No. The blade's not that strong, and it bends or gives slightly. The handle is plastic. If you paint, the blade has to go *under* the trim, or the paint will flow beyond the blade to the surface you are trying to protect. I have 2 of these, in different sizes, and I find they are hardly used because of these issues, and that painters tape and/or rosin paper is a much better option.
Agreed. Hardly used due to same issues.
Aug 17, 2023 03:46 PM
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SharpRailway9531Aug 17, 2023 03:46 PM
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I usually use a piece of flashing to jam under a baseboard if i have to paint it but for 5 bucks ill give it a try.
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HotandfreeAug 17, 2023 03:56 PM
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Quote from DuckinCA :
An inch longer, but it costs more and I have to drive to HF? Just checking if I'm missing something. Thank you! 😊
HF normally has 30% coupon 2 to 3 times a year. Good deal if you live nearby.
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QuaziArts
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Aug 17, 2023 04:04 PM
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This is fine to wedge under baseboards to protect flooring. But use tape on top of the baseboard or for crown molding and straight lines.

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Aug 17, 2023 04:15 PM
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sturmAug 17, 2023 04:15 PM
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These are good for painting base where there is carpet.

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