Three Things To Consider When Painting in Hot Weather
When summer rolls around, DIY homeowners roll up their sleeves and prepare to tackle outdoor home maintenance. Many start by painting your exterior walls, shutters, and porches. Unfortunately, painting in hot weather presents many challenges that many homeowners don’t realize. Exterior painting in hot weather requires special preparation and a thorough understanding of how humidity […]
4 Telltale Signs of a Bad Exterior Paint Job
Not all paint jobs and paint contractors are equal. Some painters lack the experience and expertise to provide quality paint jobs. Others know what they’re doing but take shortcuts and overcharge for their services. To make matters worse, noticing that the painter you contracted completed their work in an unprofessional manner can be difficult. When […]
Mineral Spirits vs. Paint Thinner
Even though the market has moved to latex paints, many professionals use oil-based paint for its versatility. They have the ability to self-level and also go streak-free. However, the only disadvantage is that they require a solvent and not water. Mineral spirits and paint thinner are the principal solvents used to thin oil paint. Both […]