40 Handy Aluminum Foil Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

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08/40 Keep paint off your doorknobs

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Out of painters’ tape? Aluminum foil offers a quick solution. When painting a door, wrap foil around the doorknob to shield it from splatters. Let the foil overlap slightly onto the door, then use a utility knife to trim neatly around the base of the knob—this allows you to paint right up to the edge. For added protection, cover all knobs along the path to the sink where you’ll be washing your hands and brushes.

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