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Removing some paint is a very hard task. But sometimes it’s vitally important for your project. If you can’t paint over the old coat, you should remove it without damaging the surface which makes the task even harder. We don’t recommend painting or using any other products over the old layer of paint because you …
How To Remove Enamel Paint? Some Tips And Tricks We Know Read More »
Muriatic acid is quite a popular solution for many projects. We mean not only painting projects but also other home things that you may want to do. This liquid is great for cleaning off mold, prepping some surfaces before painting, etc. This is a very strong chemical solution, though, and you must be extremely careful …
Will Muriatic Acid Freeze? Storage Rules And Some Other Features Read More »
A textured finish offers a simple way of creating a unique look for your space. That is because it adds dimension and depth to otherwise flat surfaces, and it is perfect for creating various faux finishes or covering up imperfections. There are multiple ways to create textured finishes, including the one discussed below that involves …
Mixing Primer with Texture. And Some Mistakes You Might Make Read More »
If you want to paint something, you will originally have a certain number of options of how to apply your paint. In order to get a decent finish, you will need to follow some rules and recommendations. For example, it’s not recommended to paint cars with any other methods but with paint guns connected to …
Airbrush VS Spray Paint. Some Rules For Choosing A Proper Paint Read More »
Preparation for painting is a really hard thing for beginners. And while professionals make it automatically without even thinking about the products they use, beginners may be caught using all those insane tips from the internet. Today we are going to discuss whether you should use alcohol to clean the surface before painting. The question …
Using Alcohol To Clean Before Painting. Is It Safe And Wise? Read More »
Acrylic enamel reducers are crucial in ensuring that the paint is thin enough for spraying. They help deliver a smoother and more polished finish while preventing the notorious orange-peel texturing and bumps common with fresh paint. In addition, reducers also help offer leveling and adhesion of the acrylic paint. Reducers are strictly meant for use …
Acrylic Enamel Reducer Substitute. Safe Testing And Proper Application Read More »
Mineral oils are often said to be the greatest way to protect your wood project and to make it look natural. Though not all projects are good with all those mineral oils because they are greasy and they don’t ever dry. So when it’s about a piece of wood you use for decoration and never …
Polyurethane Over Mineral Oil. Why Doesn’t Mineral Oil Dry And How To Apply Poly? Read More »
Working with wood is not as simple as it may seem at first sight. When people think about woodcrafts as their hobby, they tend to think about cool hours of sitting in their professional workshop filled with all those modern instruments and inhaling the scent of fresh wood. But in reality, you will have to …
Water-Based Polyurethane Over Danish Oil. What Can Go Wrong? Read More »
As you may have heard, many producers use nitrocellulose lacquers to paint guitars. This is said to be classics. But when you want to remaster your old guitar, you may have a question about whether an acrylic lacquer can be a better thing. Today, we decided to find out if you can use acrylic lacquer …
Acrylic Lacquer For Guitar. Safety, Duration, Things To Consider Read More »
Polyurethane is one of the best top coatings for protecting and sealing wood surfaces. It is reasonably forgiving during application and will always look good whether you roll it, spray it, or brush it. In addition, polyurethane is available in a wide range of lusters, allowing you to fine-tune the final sheen of the finished …
Can You Mix Paint With Polyurethane? And Why Is It Usually A Bad Idea? Read More »