Paint blisters are bubbles which occur on a painted or other finished surfaces. Paint blisters most often occur with Acrylic and Latex paint finishes, though they can also occur with oil based paints.

Causes of Paint Blisters

Bleeding can be a problem when painting. Last summer, my family and I, repainted a room in east the end of our house. We chose a light pleasant shade of yellow to compliment the sunrise in the morning hours. 

I should probably mention that the previous theme of the room was a combination of bold, deep colors and after a short period of time, those bold & beautiful colors found their way to the surface and completely overtook the pretty shade of yellow.
 

What Happened to our Pleasant Shade of Yellow?

Painting a fake wood grain is much easier than most people think; it just requires a little extra skill. Many artists have learned the dry brush technique that when used properly looks very much like a wood grain from a distance. Many people use this technique to paint furniture, walls, cabinets, and trim.

Paint is a marvelous thing.  A fresh coat of paint can revive an antique, brighten a dingy room, and rekindle the love affair with your home.  Painting can be miraculous, but it can also become a nightmare.  When paint fails, it fails abysmally, creating a bigger problem than the one you were trying to cover up.  The reality at those moments is that the new paint may have little or nothing to do with the failure.  There may be some underlying problem or unseen error that is causing this wondrous miracle-maker to appear guilty.  If you find yourself in a situati

By Darcy Logan

Prepping to Paint - Painting Like a Pro - On to the Cleanup

If you have managed to decide on a color, the hardest part of your painting job is done. It may seem scary, but follow these guidelines and you will produce a painting job that would make any professional take notice. Follow these steps and you will produce an expert job without having to pay the cost of hiring an expert.

There are many different ways to whitewash something that yield similar results. However, there there is a definite wrong way to go about the project. For example, many people fail to realize that different washes have different drying times. Here are a few ways that you can avoid making some common mistakes when tackling your project.

Painting is one of the most popular home improvement projects you can undertake, but it can be more difficult than you might think. Whether you're planning an interior or exterior painting project, hiring a painting contractor will save a lot of time and energy in the long run.

Before you hire a painting contractor, there are some things you should take into consideration:

Powder coating is a relatively new form of painting. A powder coat is applied and then the part is heated to allow the powder to form a solid film. It’s most commonly seen in application with metals, especially for custom bikes and cars. It’s a simple process as long as you know a few techniques.

Thinning paint for a paint gun is dependent on the specific type of gun you are using. The need to thin paint will be dependent on the air pressure needed, the type of spray tip used and the kind of paint to be applied. It is always a good idea to check with the paint gun manufacturer’s directions. Thinning requirements vary for oil-based versus latex-based paints.

Here are tips and suggestions on how to correct common paint problems. Homeowners all over the country experience these types of problems. Take the time to read the instructions carefully and follow them, and you can correct many of the paint problems around your home.

Tools and Materials Needed:
 

• Paint
• Paint Scraper
• Sandpaper
• Paint Brush
• Caulking Gun
• Caulk
• Paint Pail
• Exhaust Fans
• Louvers
• Solvent
• Vents or Wedges
• Undercoat