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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 [amazon.com] 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). Usually ships within 2-4 weeks

Product Description from Store
  • The product is 23" Straight Edge Tool
  • Easy to use
  • The product is manufactured in China
  • Ideal for cutting trim
  • Strong stainless steel blade
  • Ideal for cutting trim
  • Strong stainless steel blade
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Model: Zinsser 98018 Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Tool Paint Guide, 23-Inch

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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
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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08-17-2023 at 02:28 AM.

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A helpful tool when painting baseboards.
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08-17-2023 at 03:01 AM.

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08-17-2023 at 03:01 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 06:35 AM.
08-17-2023 at 06:35 AM.
Is it ideal for cutting trim?
Does it have a strong stainless steel blade?
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DuckinCA
08-17-2023 at 08:00 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:00 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 08:12 AM.

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08-17-2023 at 08:12 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 08:22 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:22 AM.
this is also good if you're a taco vendor scraping your griddle
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08-17-2023 at 08:23 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:23 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 08:24 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:24 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 08:34 AM.
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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.
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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
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.
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MajorDizaster
08-17-2023 at 08:35 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:35 AM.
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.
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08-17-2023 at 08:46 AM.
08-17-2023 at 08:46 AM.
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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08-17-2023 at 08:56 AM.
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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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