Stir It Up

Stir It Up

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Paint & Wallpaper, Painting, Tips

Even if your paint was mixed at the store, stir it thoroughly before each use. If it sits for a while during painting, it is best to give it a quick stir periodically.
Stir It Up

Stripping Ventilation

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Paint & Wallpaper, Painting, Tips

Use paint strippers outdoors if possible. If you must use them indoors, cross-ventilate by opening all doors and windows. Make sure there is fresh air movement throughout the room. Ventilate the area before, during, and after applying and stripping. Never use any...
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Painting Windows

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Paint & Wallpaper, Painting, Tips

When painting casement windows, make sure they are wide open. Paint the top, side, and bottom edges first, then finish with the crossbars, frames, casings, and sills. 1. For double-hung windows move each sash to the center of its track, and paint the inside sash,...
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Painting Temperature

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Paint & Wallpaper, Painting, Tips

When using latex be sure that the temperature is above 50 degrees F. It is difficult for latex to form a film at lower temperatures. With solvent-borne paint, be sure the temperature is at least 5 degrees above the dew point. If it isn’t, water may condense on...