Body and exterior tips
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*When mixing double portions of paint or primer, mix one portion at a time. For example, 8:2:1 is easier to keep track of than 16:4:2. After mixing each individual portion, add the two portions together and mix well again. | *When mixing double portions of paint or primer, mix one portion at a time. For example, 8:2:1 is easier to keep track of than 16:4:2. After mixing each individual portion, add the two portions together and mix well again. | ||
*Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as paint-can scrapers. | *Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as paint-can scrapers. | ||
| + | *To preserve hardener, displace the air in the can with inert gas, such as that from a welding tank, or use a commercial inert gas finish preservative such as [http://www.bloxygen.com/ Bloxygen]. | ||
*When opening a gallon of paint that you aren't going to use all of immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. Intermix the paint in the cans as you pour; pour a little bit into each can at a time. | *When opening a gallon of paint that you aren't going to use all of immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. Intermix the paint in the cans as you pour; pour a little bit into each can at a time. | ||
*Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener. | *Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener. | ||
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===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ===Spray guns and spraying technique=== | ||
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