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| 1. Sealable "brush-washer" (turp can) |
In my last post, I mentioned that one of my staple, travel supplies, is a small zip-loc bag. Here is a quick tip to make cleaning your turp can easy. I use this method both when I travel and in my studio. The small-sized zip-loc works equally well in my large, studio-sized container.
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| 2. Dirty odorless mineral spirits |
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| 3. Remove center brush washer |
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| 4. Remove old zip-loc bag |
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| 5. Zip up the old mess |
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| 6. The can is clean and the bag ready for proper disposal |
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| 7. New zip-loc |
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| 8. Insert it into the can |
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| 9. Press bag to the bottom of the can |
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| 10. Fold the sides of the bag out |
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| 11. Ready to replace the brush washer |
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| 12. Place brush washer in before adding spirits |
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| 13. Press brush washer back into place and fill with spirits. |
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| 14. Seal the clean can |
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| 15. Ready to go! |
Lori PutnamArtist and Instructor, Lori combines her passion for painting from life with her great love for travel. After spending six months each year on the road painting, she enjoys time spent working in her studio. Find Lori at: www.loriputnam.com or: www.loriputnampaints.blogspot.com READ MORE
