There are a few different ways to open a small oil painting tube. The most common way is to use a sharp knife or a pair of scissors. Another way is to use a can opener.
If you are using a sharp knife or scissors, be sure to be very careful. You don’t want to cut yourself or damage the tube.
To use a can opener, first make sure that the can opener is clean. If it is not clean, it could damage the tube. Next, place the can opener on the top of the tube. Slowly turn the can opener around the circumference of the tube. Be careful not to puncture the tube.
Once the can opener has gone all the way around the tube, remove the can opener and carefully pull the top off of the tube. If the top is stuck, you can use the can opener to help pry it off.
Now that you have opened the tube, you are ready to start painting!
Other related questions:
How do you open oil paint tubes?
There are a few ways to open oil paint tubes. The most common way is to use a tube opener, which is a tool specifically designed for opening oil paint tubes. You can also use a pair of pliers or a can opener.
How do you open a small tube of paint?
There is usually a small cap on the top of the tube. You can use your fingers to twist the cap open. If the paint is old and the cap is stuck, you can try using a butter knife or a small screwdriver to pry it open.
How do you loosen an oil painting cap?
There are a few ways to loosen an oil painting cap. One way is to use a small screwdriver or other tool to pry the cap off. Another way is to use a pair of pliers to twist the cap off.
How do you open an oil painting bucket?
To open an oil painting bucket, you need to first remove the lid. Then, using a paintbrush or other tool, pry the bucket open.
Bibliography
- How to open a stuck oil paint tube – My French Easel
- Filling Your Own Oil Paint Tubes – Jackson’s Art Blog
- 5 Painter’s Tricks to Deal With Stuck Paint Tube Caps
- Oil Painting: Toxicity in Oils – Sophie Ploeg
- How to Start an Oil Painting: 5 Methods – Fine Art Tutorials