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Air Entrapment
Paint defect caused by air bubbles forming on a new paint surface.
Aluminum Paint
A type of paint containing aluminum particles giving it a metallic finish when dried.
Anti-Corrosive Paint
Metal paint designed to prevent corrosion.
Back Priming
The application of paint or stain to the back of siding to prevent moisture from entering.
Blistering
The formation of bubbles or pimples on the painted surface caused by painting before the previous coat has dried thoroughly.
Breathe
The ability of a paint film to permit the passage of moisture vapor without causing blistering, cracking, or peeling.
Brush Marks
Marks of brush that remain in the dried paint film.
Burnishing
Shiny or lustrous spots on a paint surface caused by rubbing.
Chalking
Paint that oxidizes to form a surface powder.
Coverage
The area over which a given amount of paint will spread and hide the previous surface. (Usually expressed in square feet per gallon).
Cracking
Paint defect caused by improper mixture of materials.
Crawling
Uneven texture of a paint surface.
Daub
To paint in course strokes.
Drag
A lack of smooth flow of paint from a brush or roller to a surface.
Drop Cloth
Large piece of cloth, plastic, etc. used for protection against dripping paint.
Emulsion Paint
Paint in which particles are suspended in water or oil with the aid of an emulsifier such as latex paint.
Epoxy Paint
Two-part paint that hardens to a shine.
Flaking
Paint defect characterized by the detachment of small pieces of the film from the surface of previous coat of paint.
Flat Applicator
A rectangular-shaped flat pad with an attached handle that is used to paint shingles, shakes, and other special surfaces.
Flat Paint
Paint that has a high amount of pigment and dries without gloss.
Ghosting
Paint defect characterized by a shadowy appearance on the surface.
Gloss Paint
Paint that dries to a bright shiny finish.
Ground Coat
The first coat of paint.
Guide Coat
A coat of the finish cover, such as paint, which is applied before the final coat.
Intercoat Adhesion
The adhesion between two coats of paint.
Laying Off
Re-brushing a freshly painted surface, with upward strokes to smooth the paint.
Lifting
The softening and penetration of a previous film by solvents in the paint being applied over it, resulting in raising and wrinkling.
Matte
Low sheen paint finish.
Metallic Paint
Metal powder, often bronze or aluminum, added to paint to make it both reflective and increase its protectiveness.
Mildewicide
Chemicals which are poisons, added to coatings such as paint, so that it retards the growth of mildew.
Overcoat
A finish coat of paint.
Padding
Use of a paint pad to apply stain or paint.
Paint Finish
Luster or sheen of paint types. High gloss - Commonly referred to as enamel, it has a high shine. Semi-gloss - Slightly less shiny than high gloss. Satin-flat - Slight sheen. Flat Paint - No sheen or gloss, it is also known as matte.
Peeling
Detachment of a dried paint film in relatively large pieces, usually caused by moisture or grease under the painted surface.
Phenolic
Resin formed from phenol and formaldehyde, which can be used in the making of waterproofing varnish or thermosetting adhesive, the manufacture of wood products or in protective paint.
Pigment
Coloring matter, often in the form of an insoluble powder, which is mixed with oil, water, etc. to make paint.
Pinholing
Paint defect caused by air bubbles, which pits the painted surface, most commonly when paint is sprayed.
Polyurethane
Polymer plastic most often found in paint, varnish, and insulating foam.
Primer
Initial coat of paint or sealant applied to a surface in preparation for painting. The primer seals the surface and provides a good base for additional coats of paint or other material.
Puddling
Paint defect where paint is applied too thickly and looks wet.
Removers
Substances used to soften old paint so they may be removed easily.
Ropey
A defective paint finish where the dried surfaces shows ridges, brush marks, or similar imperfections.
Sags
Excessive flow, causing runs or sagging in paint film during application.
Spatter
Small particles or drips of liquid paint thrown or expelled when applying paint.
Splatter Paint
Paint, which gives a bumpy finish or mottled appearance, by being applied in droplets to a dry base coat.
Splitting
When a second coat of paint is applied over a not yet dry base coat, the top coat cracks and splits.
Spreading Rate
The area to which a paint can be spread; usually expressed as square feet per gallon.
Stippling
A finish made by using a stippling brush or roller stippler on a newly painted surface before the paint is dry.
Stress Cracking
Fine cracking which appears in the surface of paint.
Tack Rag
A special cloth used to clean a wood surface before paint is applied.
Thinner
A petroleum-based solvent used for thinning and removing oil-based paint.
Tint
A pigment added to paint.
Tipping Off
Smoothing paint with the tip of a brush.
Top Coat
The final coat of paint applied to a surface.
Undertone
A light paint color.
Wash Coat
Extremely thin coating of paint which seals the surface so that the colors do not bleed through the final coat.
Water Spotting
Paint defect caused by water droplets.
Whitewash
Slaked lime and water solution used as paint.
Wrinkling
Paint defect most often caused by applying paint in direct sunlight.

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Faux Painting Finishes

Faux Finishes
Faux painting uses fascinating techniques to create unique effects and decorative finishes on walls and other solid surfaces. Faux, meaning “false,” uses creative techniques to produce fake finishes that resemble wallpapers and three dimensional effects. Also, new products have made it possible to create plasters in unique patterns and styles.

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Oil vs. Latex Paints

Oil vs. Latex Paint
Painting is one of the few home improvement projects that can instantly transform a space. By simply adding a coat of fresh paint you can turn a distressed space into a clean and consistent finish or even turn a dark dreary space into a lively and bright one. Furthermore, by using a fresh coat of high-quality paint you are making your surfaces easier to wash and more abrasion-resistant.

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Using Quality Paint

Using Quality Paint
When it comes to painting, about 90 percent of a good paint job is in the preparation. This, however, doesn’t mean that the other 10% should be ignored. Preparation gets the surface ready for paint, but if the paint isn’t of good quality then it will soon fall apart from cracking, peeling and chipping. The quality of the paint, therefore, is vital to a good, long lasting paint job.

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