Plaster was common as a type of decoration during the late 1800s and early part of the 20th century. It was used in finials, medallions and other decorations used on…
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Bubbling paint can be a great source of frustration when painting a home or building. Bubbling occurs from a chemical reaction during the painting process, usually when the surface beneath…
Painting a heater radiator with latex paint results in an unforgettable aroma when it is fired up for use. Latex paints are not designed to withstand the higher temperatures that…
Paint provides outdoor structures with protection against the elements. Fences, in particular, need a protective coat of paint every 2 to 3 years. They’re usually built away from other structures…
Many cars have plastic trim that comes from the factory black. On black or dark-colored cars it isn’t a problem, but if your car is silver or white, the black…
Paint tins are designed to provide a tight seal. If even a little bit of air gets into the tin, the paint drys out. The tightly fitting lid is practical,…
Removing paint from tin and other metals is not difficult, but it does require some time. You’ll need products to strip the paint, and time–usually several hours–for the product to…
Although people used to paint with wooden trays, plastic — or plastic liners in metal trays — is common these days. Plastic trays are inexpensive and are much easier to…
Paint brushes are easy to clean when you clean them immediately after use. However, if you let your children borrow your paint brushes, they may not have cleaned them off.…
Paintbrushes are investments that require proper cleaning to ensure their longevity. Forgetting to clean paint from paintbrushes after each use can ruin them, since paint causes bristles to stiffen and…