Pepper spray causes burning, pain, and tears when it comes into contact with a person’s eyes. Symptoms usually resolve in 30 minutes, but some people may experience more severe effects.

Another way to keep the nozzle clean is when you're done with the project, turn the can upside down and spray until no more paint comes out. This wastes a lot of paint, but it works.

Dear Heloise: I read your hint about how to unclog spray paint nozzles in the Plain Dealer. Years ago, I found an easy solution to prevent clogging. When you have finished using the spray paint ...