2. Make some stilts

Next on our list of genius painting tricks is something that will help you keep the area clean and without spills. No one likes watching paint dry, especially if that fresh, wet paint is standing in the way of finalizing a furniture paint job.

So, when you’re painting chairs and tables, plan ahead. Create built-in stilts by inserting a screw into the bottom of each leg. This will elevate the workpiece, so you can paint all its surfaces in one go. With this trick, you won’t have to flip the table or chair over. Now that’s a genius painting hack!