I have, as have most of the others here. Use blue painters tape, the type for interior work, not tan masking tape. Be VERY careful masking in order to get the tape at full coverage of the inlay. If you don't then you will be in for some scraping. Othe than that, you should be fine, if you are diligent in taping them off. I have only had one mishap, but it was due to my negiligence in making sure the tape was done properly. It's less easy to find the 1/2" tape, but that should be the one to use. 3/4" will be too wide and require trimming, I think. Just take your time taping and be careful and the results should be exactly what you want.

Hey, if I can do it,Hurting anybody can.

Oh, did I mention to be careful?

I've had good luck,using a slightly wider painters tape, running my fingernail down each edge to seat it completely, then trim each edge with a razor knife.

Also, don't wait a couple of days to remove the tape. Can get hard to take off if left for too long.

I've used the green painters tape that you can get at auto parts stores. It covers well, and is good for delicate surfaces. I always use it when working on guitars or drums.

Awright thanks all for the tips. I've got some blue tape and I'm going to get to work on it right now. I'll post some pics of my kit in the near future. I know how much everyone on this site likes photos.

I have done it two ways.

1 The tape method

2 pulled the staples out painted the whole hoop reinstalled the inlay sticking the staples back in the same holes.