Well, don't put a TON of it on and it should just pop off / scrape off with a nail or exacto.. I haven't had an issue with paint pulling as long as it's fully dried before you glue it. Since we're talking the bottom of the base, you can just brush a little touch-up in if it pulls, and then use some clear nail polish to seal the bottom. I normally don't bother painting bases so to me it isn't an issue.That's a great idea! How do I get the line off at the end? Can it just be popped off or will it peel paint from where it's placed?