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Painting in Cold Weather: Tips and Best Practices

As you can probably guess, painting in freezing temperatures can be a little different than painting when it’s 72 degrees. Here are a few things to consider when painting in cold conditions and suggestions to give you the best results possible. What Happens If You Paint in Cold Temperatures? Painting in cold weather introduces a

Guide: How to Choose the Right Industrial Primer

“What’s the best metal primer?” This may not be the most popular answer, but …it depends. The ideal primer for one job (or set of conditions) may be completely different for another job. It depends on a few key factors:  Questions to Ask When Choosing an Industrial Primer  Here are some key questions you should

The Evolution of Low Voc Paints

In the decades leading up to the 1970s, most residential house paints were oil based. Now latex or water based technologies are the standard. In general terms they are easy to use and are less harmful for the environment and our health. However, most industrial and commercial coatings are oil-based products. Some of these formulations

Enamel Paint User’s Guide

If you’re looking for the best value in a tough, durable coating you can’t beat enamel. Enamels come in two main types, Solvent-Based or Water-Based. Water-Based and Waterborne technology has gotten a lot better in recent years, but they still don’t offer quite the same performance as a Solvent-Based Alkyd Enamel. Enamel formulations are an