Masking tools for sealing wood

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

Thought it would be fun to see what masking tools are most popular. Please chime in on how you mask, and post a pic if you have one.

Beth :cup: :groovy3:

p.s. please vote...

[jnoden 15]

We always use the tarps that are absorbent on one side and impermable on the other side (butyl backed tarps?) for patios beneath the deck. Plastic leaves spills laying on top which can then be accidently spilled on the concrete or stick to shoes. Canvas does not absorb larger spills. I guess you could lay down plastic and then canvas on top. Same idea. We use light plastic spray shields even after masking everything to control over spay from traveling far and getting on thigs.

[Mountain View 14]

On the last couple of jobs, when I've been solo, I've used the 9x12 canvas tarps. I drape it over the fence then lift it up and spray under it, move it down the fence and do the same thing. Kind of like spraying under a tent if you will. Makes a HUGE difference to over spray, especially when I'm close to another structure. The tarp is soaked by the end of the job. Each one cost about 11 bucks, just figure it into the cost of the job. I dispose of them at the local Haz Mat depot.