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How To Remove Paint with Paint Thinner? (Oil and Water-based)

Paint thinner is used to thin paint. But, can you use paint thinner to remove paint? Yes, you can. Here's how.

Paint thinner is a solvent used to thin (or dilute) paints and reduce their viscosity or thickness for easier application. But, can you remove paint with paint thinner? You can remove paint with a paint thinner. The paint thinner will penetrate the paint coating, break the bond between the binders, dissolve the particles, and liquefy … Read more

4 Common Paint Primer Problems (& Fixes)

You can make a lot of mistakes before, while, and after applying paint primer. But, don't worry. Here are 5 most common paint primer problems and their fixes.

Paint primer covers imperfections and provides a smooth base for paint to stick to. You can encounter many primer problems, such as a cracking finish, bubbles, clumps, or a sticky finish. We will look at some common mistakes, why they occur, and how to fix them. 1. How To Fix Primer Cracking? To fix primer … Read more

How to Fix Sticky Teak Oil? (2 Easy Fixes)

If teak oil doesn't dry, what should you do? How to fix sticky teak oil? Here are 2 methods.

Teak oil is a wood finish designed specifically for outdoor Teak wood and other hardwoods but can be used on other wood types too. Teak oil turns sticky if you re-coat it too soon, apply too many coats, or if you don’t wipe the excess. To fix sticky Teak oil, use mineral spirits or remove … Read more

6 Gloss Paint Common Mistakes (& Fixes)

You will face different problems before, while, and after applying gloss paint due to its thick and oil nature. So, how to fix gloss paint problems? We have explained everything.

Gloss paint is known for its high amount of sheen, glossy appearance, and thick paint viscosity. You will run into problems before, while, and after applying the gloss paint. Why do these problems happen and how to fix them? 1. How To Fix Gloss Paint Turning Yellow? To fix gloss paint turning yellow, do the … Read more

How to Fix Enamel Paint Mistakes? (Easy Solutions)

Enamel paint comes with a lot of problems. That's excepted because of its thick nature. So, how to fix enamel paint problems? We have explained everything you need to know.

Enamel paint is oil-based and has a thick flow; because of that, you will face different problems before, while, and after applying it. Most of the problems are caused by improper surface preparation or paint. Enamel paint issues and their fixes are listed below. 1. How To Fix Wrinkled Enamel Paint? To fix wrinkled enamel … Read more

Epoxy Paint: Advantages and Disadvantages

Epoxy flooring is a very durable paint that is used mostly on garage floors. But, what are the advantages and disadvantages of epoxy flooring?

Epoxy paint is a protective finish formulated with epoxy resins that protect different surfaces (including floors) from moisture, water, and other damage. The epoxy paint advantages include durability, weather resistance, and easy application. The epoxy paint disadvantages include being hard to remove, having a long dry time, and having a noisy finish. What Is Epoxy … Read more

Wood Stain vs Paint (What’s the Difference?)

If you want to paint something, you need paint and stain. But, which one do you need? What's the difference between paint vs stain? We have explained everything you need to know.

Wood stain is a penetrating finish that enhances the wood’s appearance, while paint is a finish that covers the wood’s appearance and creates a durable colorful finish over it. Wood stain offers better surface adhesion, dries faster, is easier to apply, and costs less than paint. Paint offers better wood protection, durability, and moisture-resistance than … Read more

Polyurethane vs Enamel Paint (What’s The Difference?)

Enamel and polyurethane paint are two durable paint. But, what's the difference between enamel paint vs polyurethane?

Polyurethane is a plastic-like protective coating that is used to protect surfaces from water, moisture, scratches, or weather elements. Enamel paint is an oil-based finish that forms a colorful finish over surfaces and offers low resistance to moisture or water. Polyurethane is more durable, moisture-resistant, and offers better wood protection than enamel paint. Enamel paint … Read more

Eggshell vs Satin Paint (What’s The Difference?)

Satin paint and eggshell paint are part of the sheen paint family. These two paints are almost at the bottom of the list. That means they don't have as much sheen as other paints. So, what's the difference between eggshell paint and satin paint? We have explained everything you need to know.

Eggshell paint is a finish type that contains a very low sheen (or luster) amount, while satin paint is a finish type that contains a moderate level of sheen. Eggshell paint has a thinner viscosity, has less sheen (or luster), and dries faster than satin paint. Satin paint has a higher sheen amount, requires fewer … Read more

Eggshell vs Semi-Gloss Paint (What’s The Difference?)

Both semi-Gloss and eggshell paint contain sheen in their formula. But, what's the difference between semi-gloss vs eggshell paint? Semi-gloss paint has more sheen than eggshell paint. But that's not the only difference.

Eggshell paint is a finish type that has a very low sheen amount, while semi-gloss paint is a finish type that contains a high sheen amount. The difference in sheen amount makes both paints have different finish types, dry time, and surface protection. Eggshell paint has less sheen (or gloss), a thinner viscosity, dries faster, … Read more