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If I want to thin your water based paint down, what do I use and how much?

FAQ
Yes, Pride will work with you to obtain a viscosity that will best suite your particular striping needs.

Why would I use a limewash instead of typical latex or oil-based paint?

Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Masonry
Limewashes represent the best of both form and function. They're beautiful and breathable, making them the perfect choice for both historic and new buildings. Unlike typical modern paints, they don't trap water and they age beautifully--instead of getting shabby, they develop a lovely mellow patina over time. See similar questions...

What is the difference between oil-based and water-based paint, and what are the advantages of each?

Consumer Tips Self Help ContractorsOfAmerica.com
Alkyd, or oil-based paint penetrates wood better than latex (water-based) paint and won't stick when you keep your doors and windows shut for the winter. For the bulk of most jobs, latex (water-based) paint is the better choice. It dries faster, doesn't yellow and can be cleaned up with soap and water when you break for the day. See similar questions...

I want to paint my arrows, which paint should I use?

Rivers Archery Equipment, Traditional Youth Archery Bows and...
The safest way to start is to choose one "family" of products and stick with it until you feel the urge to experiment. We offer two real "families" of paints; Bohning and the 3Rivers gasket and cresting lacquers. The choice is really up to the individual arrow builder. Bohning offers quite a few color choices and even manufactures all of their own adhesives. Every Bohning product will work with every other Bohning product. See similar questions...

Is my sewer bill based on the amount of water I use?

Welcome To Silver Spring Township
Yes, if you are a public water customer, you are billed according to the amount of water you use. The base rate allows a residential allotment of 9,000 gallons of water each quarter-year period to be used before any surcharges are applied. The surcharge rate is $5.10 for each 1,000 gallons of water over the 9,000 gallon base allotment in each quarter. Customers on private wells are charged a flat rate of $121.70 per quarter. See similar questions...

What is lead-based paint?

Children's Environmental Health Partnership
Many houses and apartments built before 1978 have some paint that contains lead (called lead-based paint). Properties before 1960 have the most lead paint. Lead paint can be present on any painted surface, but it is most often found on windows, trims, doors, railings, columns, porches and outside walls. See similar questions...

Do many homes have lead-based paint hazards?

HomeSafe: Lead Testing FAQs
It is estimated that at least 19 million homes have lead-based paint hazards, of which at least 4 million have young children under age the age of six living in them. (HUD 1990; EPA 1995). See similar questions...

What type of paint should I use?

Solar Cooking Frequently-Asked Questions
In developed countries you can buy flat-black spray paint that says "non-toxic when dry" on the label. Otherwise, black tempera paint works, but you have to be careful not to wash it off when you wash the pot. Solar cookers in Uganda report that they use aluminum pots that have been blackened on the outside by fire. See similar questions...

If I have a urethane finish on my hardwood floor, can I use oil-based paint for stencils?

You can, but it may not be the best choice. Many professionals avoid working with oil-based paints because they are harder to clean up and take longer to dry. With water-based paints, smudges and spills can be wiped away easily with a damp cloth. Water-based paint can be applied over oil-or water-based urethane finishes. For best results with opaque paints, consider first applying a white primer. See similar questions...

Why would anyone want to use a web-based newsreader?

NewsReader.Com - FAQ
With the NewsReader.Com web-interface, you can read news from any web browser, from anywhere you can access the Internet; from home or from work. Our server keeps track of what you've read so nothing's lost when switching locations. And firewalls that block NNTP access aren't a problem. If you can browse the web, you can read news. You get all the Usenet newsgroups - nothing is left out or censored. There's no special software to install or configure. See similar questions...

In watercolors, how much water and how much paint do you use to load your brush?

FAQ on Watercolor Mediums and Techniques
If I had a formula for this, I would patent it and get rich quick! Unfortunately, there isn't one answer to this question, just, "it depends." It depends on the paint you're using: if it's richly pigmented, you can use more water without losing the intensity of the color. If it's a weak color, less water would be the rule, if you want strong color in your painting. See similar questions...

Do you know what colour you want to paint your pet but can't find that elusive paint brush?

JollyJellyEater got their homepage at Neopets.com
Actually the jelly paint brush does exist, and yes it looks like that. Although it is not released yet and when it will be, I think not too many people will be getting it (expensive). Well, of course you would want to have a jelly petpet to go along with that jelly pet of yours and if you thought it was hard to get a jelly pet.... This is even harder, since only you can get it and only by petpet lab ray. See similar questions...

What do I do if I wear contacts if I want to partake in water-based activities?

Penhale Adventure :: Facts & Questions (FAQs)
If you wear disposable ones, you are okay or use an old pair & shut your eyes tightly when you're underwater. See similar questions...

How do I dispose of oil-based paint?

FAQ About Recycling/Waste Disposal
Currently, there is no recycling outlet for oil-based paint. Residents can dry it out with kitty litter or sawdust and throw it away with their regular garbage. See similar questions...

What are the hazards of lead-based paint?

Austin Real Estate - NicolePeel.com
All sellers are required by law to make written disclosures to buyers regarding their knowledge of any lead-based paint hazards for homes built before 1978. See similar questions...

Q - I want to change the colour of my cast iron radiator, what paint should I use?

Regal Radiators FAQ's, Cast Iron Radiators, Heated towel rai...
A - Most modern oil or cellulose based paints can be used on radiators, or you can buy specialist radiator paint. See similar questions...

If I want to paint my floors, for cosmetic improvement, should I use both products?

FAQ - DogKennelFloors.com
No. Paint, surface sealers and adhesives will not stick well to concrete treated with Top Seal. If you are intending to paint your floors, or put a floor covering requiring adhesives, just use the DS. Concrete Remedy Deep Seal will improve the bond and lasting ability of all surface coatings, paints and adhesives… because DS stabilizes the concrete internally…and stops the reaction of moisture and alkali inside the concrete. See similar questions...

What brand of paint should I use?

House painting, insulating house paint additives FAQ's
Ans: Our ceramic additive works with any brand of interior and exterior paint. The Hy-Tech line of ready mixed paints have the insulating ceramics included in them, simply open the can and brush away your high power bills. See similar questions...

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