How do professional painters typically handle painting around openings and trim?

Professional painters handle painting around openings and trim typically by using a brush to paint edges, which allows for precision and control in these detailed areas. Brushes are preferable for getting into corners and along trim without overspilling onto adjacent surfaces.

Masking tape, while useful, is not always employed around detailed trim since experienced painters can achieve clean lines with a steady hand and the right brush techniques. In some cases, painters may choose not to include specific details or areas around openings in their estimates to streamline the process for areas that can be painted more efficiently without additional masking or preparation.

Including all details around openings and trim in every estimate can lead to inflated costs and unnecessary complexity in the overall project pricing. Hence, the best practice among professional painters is to utilize techniques such as brushing rather than always relying on masking or deeming them as unnecessary in the estimate process.