Acrylic paint is probably the most used paint in the crafts world. It is easy to use, water-soluble, and water-resistant when dry, which makes it a very versatile paint for a lot of different projects. But how long can acrylic paint actually be stored away, what do you have to look out for when storing …
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Epoxy resins are commonly used for sealing floors, walls and wood surfaces. Due to the fact that epoxy resins are more durable and effective than most glues, they are usually used in outdoor coatings. While epoxy resins come in different colours, it’s not uncommon to color epoxy resin to create unique colors for your specific …
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Enamel paint is preferred by many crafters because of its excellent coverage, rust-preventive properties, and great color retention. Enamel paint is also simple to use and a perfect option for numerous projects outdoors and indoors. However, a common question amongst many homeowners is: “Why is my enamel paint peeling?”. In this article, we are going …
Enamel paints are really quite popular recently and I can easily understand why. They create a nice smooth finish if applied correctly, they are available in a wide variety of different colors (including effect colors), and you can get them in either gloss, matt, or satin. You can use them on a lot of different …
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A lot of crafters, especially new ones, tend to ask themselves if it is possible to paint over already painted surfaces with another type of paint, like enamel paints. I personally made quite a lot of mistakes in the past that lead to horrible paint jobs down the road. So I decided to write this …
Enamel paints on their own are already quite resistant but there are quite a few instances where applying a topcoat after the paint job or preparing the surface beforehand with a primer can be useful or even necessary. A lot of times using both can be a good idea too. In this article, I will …
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Enamel paint is a favorite amongst crafters and for good reason. It can be used in airbrushes for a smooth application or you can just use a simple brush or roller to apply it, it is easy to come by and quite cheap, and enamel paint can give you an amazing looking satin or glossy …
Pressure treated wood is amazing for any outdoor projects. This wood has been treated with chemical sealants before it was placed in a pressure chamber, hence the name, to force the chemicals deep into the fibers of the wood. This process of sealing the wood makes it very resistant to the elements and to certain …
Acrylic paint is probably the most widely used paint for crafts and art projects. And for good reason, it is easy to use, you can get acrylic paint pretty much everywhere, most acrylic paint is non-toxic, and it is quite cheap too. But most newcomers to the world of arts and crafts don´t know how …
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Gesso is probably one of the best and most widely used primers for Acrylic paint. Is sounds like a magical substance but it is actually just a mixture of chalk, gypsum, and pigment together with a binder. So you could actually make your own Gesso or you could use something very similar to prime the …
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