Chalk paint is an easy paint to apply as it dries fast, has a chalky finish, and has good adhesive qualities. However, sometimes you can face problems before, while, and after applying chalk paint. 1. How To Fix Cracking Chalk Paint? To fix cracking chalk paint, do the following things. Chalk paint finish cracks if … Read more
You can stain over paint, but only if you sand (and scrape) the painted surface first. The finish won’t stick and will peel off if you don’t sand the surface first. To stain over paint, test the stain, sand the finish, and apply the wood stain. You can stain over water-based paints as they create … Read more
You can spray paint fabric by using Fabric spray paint as they have a simple formula made of pigments, solvent, and acrylic polymer and won’t damage the cloth. To spray paint fabric, wash the cloth, hang the cloth, put cardboard between each side, spray paint the fabric, and allow it to dry. A spray paint … Read more
You can spray paint metal but its surface must be properly cleaned, sanded, and primed to get rid of dust, debris, and rust on it. To spray paint metal, scrape the existing finish off, sand the surface, apply primer, and apply the spray paint. Use spray paint designed for metal surfaces as they are formulated … Read more
Composite decking refers to outdoor decks made from wood fibers (or dust) and recycled plastic. They are designed to mimic the traditional deck appearance but are reinforced with protective additives to make them durable and last longer. To paint composite decking, clean the deck, sand the deck, apply primer, and apply paint. Paints don’t adhere … Read more
You can apply ceiling paint on walls if you thin the paint first. Ceiling paint has a thick viscosity and you must thin it before applying it to walls. The reasons you should apply ceiling paint on walls include better protection, the same color finish, or using it as a primer. To apply ceiling paint … Read more
Primer is a preparatory coating applied to surfaces before painting. Its purpose is to cover (seal) imperfections, cracks, and holes. Applying a primer is necessary if the surface is riddled with imperfections, cracks, or holes, or when switching the color shade or the sheen of the finish. Applying a primer isn’t necessary when the surface … Read more
You need between 2-3 primer coats over bare surfaces that aren’t painted, and between 1-2 primer coats over surfaces that are already painted or sealed. The number of coats matters as it determines the finish coverage and thickness. The primer purpose is to cover the existing finish or surface texture, and create a layer that … Read more
Water-based primer takes less than 1 hour to dry between coats, while oil-based primer takes around 1 hour. However, its dry time is also determined by room temperature, humidity levels, and thickness of the coat. Water-based primers dry faster than oil-based primers because water evaporates faster than oils from the coating. To make primer dry … Read more
Wood stain is a type of finish that enhances wood’s appearance by altering the color and highlighting the natural grain of the wood. To fix sticky wood stain, use mineral spirits or apply more wood stain coats over the finish. Mineral spirits will dissolve the coating making it easier to wipe off the excess. More … Read more