Guy uses ice cube down caulk line for brilliant reason. Why didn’t I think of this? (+more handy tips)

Nail in a Bar of Soap:

When driving a nail into hard or delicate woods, push the nail through a bar of soap first. This lubricates the nail, reducing chances of splitting the wood.

Pantyhose Filter:

If you’ve lost the filter cap to your paint sprayer or need to strain some paint, stretch a piece of old pantyhose over the container. It will catch any clumps or debris.

Pencil for Masking Tape:

When you’re masking off edges for painting, run a pencil along the edge of the tape. This will press down the tape, ensuring a crisp paint line.

Ice Cube Caulk Tool:

An easy way to tool caulk is to take an ice cube and run it down the caulk line, applying steady pressure. The film of water that forms between the ice cube and the caulk makes a smooth, professional finish, and you can melt the cube in your hand to get any bead shape you want.