Painter's protection is an important part of any painting job. It includes items such as dropcloths, smocks, and tarps which are used to protect the painter from paint splatters and spills, as well as to protect the surfaces being painted. Dropcloths are large pieces of fabric that are placed on the floor or other surfaces to catch paint drips and splatters. Smocks are garments worn by painters to protect their clothing from paint. Tarps are large pieces of waterproof material that can be used to cover furniture or other items to protect them from paint. All of these items are essential for any painter to have in order to ensure a successful and safe painting job.