Painting Tools & Equipment

Both asphalt and tarmac are used for pavement, driveways, and most commonly the surfaces of roads. The difference between asphalt and tarmac is subtle, but important to understand. While both substances are actually quite similar in composition, tarmac or tarmacadam…
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Before being banned in the late 1970s, lead was a common additive to paints. It helped make it more durable and long-lasting. Its ability to look fresh, dry quickly, and its resilience to moisture made lead paint highly desirable until…
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Do you have a painting project coming up at your house? If so, then you need to prepare for your painting project accordingly. First, you must take into consideration the surfaces that you will paint, such as furniture, flooring, walls,…
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There is so much that goes into a new painting job, that it does not hurt to have a little help before you get started. Pole sanders are among the tools that are a must-have for DIY painters as well…
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Sometimes shaking a can of paint isn’t enough to get a good mix. Old paint that has been sitting around for a while will often separate to the point where you need a paint mixer to get it back into…
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Sandpaper is one of the most common items you will find with professional painters along with all types of construction workers. A simple product that combines sand or similar abrasive material on a strong backing paper, sandpaper is used to…
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One of the more annoying tasks associating with painting is removing the old paint from the outside surfaces (such as your wooden patio or siding). It can be quite time consuming to scrap or chip the old paint away by…
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The worst thing in the world is being forced to retire from your job early. Just think about the situation when you cannot do your paint job and have to retire early, since your knee is unable to perform their…
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Painting furniture in your house requires a lot of work and quite a bit of expertise that most people just do not have the time or energy to learn. That is why a novice painter might shy away from an…
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I don’t know about you, but I would have a hard time getting excited over the idea of a new painting project, even with years of experience under my belt. My first thoughts when it comes to painting a room…
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