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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q. What type of woodworking projects can benefit from the Painter’s Pyramid®?

A. Any type of project that could benefit from the stabilization of the Painter’s Pyramids. It works especially well with staining, refinishing and stripping.

Q. Will my stain and varnish stick to the Painter’s Pyramid?

A. The paint resistant plastic creates a nonstick surface, that works well with all kinds of paint, stain and varnish, so you can place the wet side of your painted projects on the pyramids. This allows you to continue working on your project without having to wait for the stain to dry or worrying about contaminants sticking to the underside of your project.

Q. How do I attach the Painter’s Pyramid® to my sawhorse?

A. The easiest way to attach the Painter’s Pyramid to a sawhorse is to pass a Velcro strap through the hole of the Painter’s Pyramid and attach it to the sawhorse.

Q. Will my super-strength wood stripper damage the Painter’s Pyramid?

A. No. The Painter’s Pyramid is made out of a plastic that will withstand any common solvents and chemicals used in woodworking.

Q. How many Painter’s Pyramids do I need to use for a project?

A. It is recommended that at least three are used in order to properly balance the project. Larger projects will require more Painter’s Pyramids in order to keep the project stable.

Q. Can I use the Painter’s Pyramid with my decorative arts, craft or hobby projects?

A. Yes! Craftsmen, artists and hobbyists have found that the Painter’s Pyramid works well holding up canvases, artwork and various pieces of pottery. The versatility of the Painter’s Pyramid shines through as many enjoy using the hole in the Painter’s Pyramid as a paint brush holder.

Q. Can I use the Painter’s Pyramid with glue?

  A. It depends. The Painter’s Pyramid works well with wood glue and many other common adhesives used in woodworking. The Painter’s Pyramid does NOT work well with super glue, crazy glue, or other glues that are designed to adhere to plastic.

Q. How durable is the Painter’s Pyramid?

A. Under normal conditions, the Painter’s Pyramid is extremely durable. It is built to work with all types of paints and stains and can hold up to 200 pounds. With proper care, it may be used over multiple projects.

Q. Do I need to use new Painter’s Pyramids with each new project?

A. No. Painter’s Pyramids can be cleaned and reused multiple times. They are also stackable for easy storage

Helpful Tips


“The Painter’s Pyramid is excellent for cutting 4 by 8 sheets of material without assistance from another worker.
– Brenda Hanna, Spartanburg, SC

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