Jugs let you get a handle on paint

Tips and tricks from HGTV:

Paint cans can be hard to hold when you're painting. A great paintholder can be made using a plastic milk or water jug. Cut a holeopposite the handle large enough for your brush. Pour in paint andyou have a paint container with a handle.

Clean-up ease.

When you have to paint around hardware or fixtures, protect themby applying some petroleum jelly. Wipe the petroleum jelly and thepain off after you are through painting.

Door dirt. About 80 percent of dust and dirt that collects in yourhouse comes in through the front door. To reduce the amount of dustand dirt in your home, use door mats both on the inside and outsideof the front door. It will help cut your cleaning time.