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Trying to salvage a deck.

May 9, 2010

Our deck was stained then painted. I don’t know what type of paint. I sanded and then power washed. Now I’m trying to salvage it. What type of primer and white deck paint do I use? Does the white paint need a protective coat over it if there is such

Can I apply oil-based/alklyd paint over new factory-primed wood windows?

July 11, 2009

Can I apply oil-based/alkyd paint over new FACTORY – PRIMED wood windows? I have not ordered the windows yet and would like to save trouble by getting them primed from the factory. I am talking about the interior of the windows. I have always heard NOT to apply oil paint