Paints and Finishes - Page 12 of 36

Tips for On-Site Spray Finishing
FHB Ambassador Tyler Grace shares his setup and strategy for achieving a cabinet-shop-quality finish in a customer’s house.
Keep Craft Alive: Peter Gedrys, Wood Finisher
“I can finish a handrail without using stains and polygoopathane ... and have it just dazzle you.”
Spray Finish On-Site
Waterborne lacquer and a basic high-volume low-pressure (HVLP) spray gun yield quick, quality paint jobs on interior trim, cabinets, and more.
Finishing the Basement
Every time a line is drawn, it's crossed, and before long the basement in the FHB House is finished—economically.
Interior Painting
I planned to sub out the painting but the workflow directed me to tackle the job with students' help.
Paint Problems and How to Prevent Them
Knowing why paint fails is the best way to get a long-lasting, problem-free paint job.
Episode 26: Drywall, Barrier-Free Entries, and Prep for Exterior Painting
Justin explains why he objects so vehemently to the idea of putting a flat-screen TV above a fireplace.
Exterior Painting — Ongoing Process
Watching the daily temperature and using a 35 degree paint allows me to keep painting into the winter (hopefully).
Keep the Paint Flowing
Spritz the brush very lightly just below the ferrule with water from a spray bottle.
Bring in the Natural Light
French doors permit daylight to show off a painted floor.

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