The Practical House Painting Guide
We are about to re-do our walk-in closet, and it makes sense to re-paint it first. Is flat paint or satin the best recommended choice, and why? Thanks
The outside wood rail was painted with white latex paint. It dried for two days and then it rained. The paint cracked and blistered. Once the sun came out and dried the paint it looked fine. Every time it rains the paint softens and blisters. How do I fix the
How long does it take the paint to cure on wooden doors?
I’ve recently re-painted two rooms in my house. In both cases I used a satin finish on the walls, flat on the ceiling. The finished job exceeded my expectations – the cut-in at the ceiling is sharp, all trim caulked, the color is dead on – really looks nice. Only
What is the effect of adding additives to oil paint to hasten drying? Does it affect the quality of the job?
We painted our bathroom and now the walls are cracking. (Looks like a crackle finish!) We used flat paint instead of semi-gloss by mistake. What do we do now to fix it?
For painting a house in a tropical country, where weather is generally very hot (100 degree F) and highly humid (90%). Is it better to use a acrylic paint or Oil bound distemper?
I need to find out how wide of a crack can be covered by using elastomeric paint. Specifically, I have been asked if it can cover a span of 30 mils? I appreciate any info. you can provide Thank you!
I have an earthship, with a rubber (EPDM) roof. The roof is designed to catch rain and snow into a cistern for household use. Is elastomeric paint safe for this kind of roof, or will it contaminate the cistern water? (I do not use the cistern water for drinking, just
The local paint store gave me a gallon of exterior satin latex paint when I asked for interior; I didn’t notice until after I painted my living room. This is 100% non-toxic paint, No VOCs at all. Is this okay, then?
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