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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 '''''16:4:1'''''. After mixing each individual portion, add the two portions together and mix well again. This also cuts down on wasted material when you make a mistake (too much hardener, wrong reducer, etc.). | 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 '''''16:4:1'''''. After mixing each individual portion, add the two portions together and mix well again. This also cuts down on wasted material when you make a mistake (too much hardener, wrong reducer, etc.). | ||
| − | GREAT TIP '''When opening a can of paint, punch a few holes in the trough where the lid sits. That way, excess paint will drain out of the trough and into the can, rather than splattering when placing the lid back on the can.''' Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as scrapers for paint cans. | + | GREAT TIP '''When opening a can of paint, punch a few holes in the trough where the lid sits. That way, excess paint will drain out of the trough and into the can, rather than splattering when placing the lid back on the can.''' |
| − | 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 Bloxygen. | + | -Buy a set of inexpensive spatulas to use as scrapers for paint cans. |
| − | + | -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 Bloxygen. | |
| + | -For easier pouring, affix a 2-inch piece of masking tape to the edge of a large gallon of paint. Pour the paint over the piece of tape. | ||
-Use a ladle for handling paint. | -Use a ladle for handling paint. | ||
-When purchasing new paint or other finishing products, write the date on them with black magic marker. | -When purchasing new paint or other finishing products, write the date on them with black magic marker. | ||
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GREAT TIP '''Paint stirring sticks with marks for different mix ratios can be useful for mixing paint.''' | GREAT TIP '''Paint stirring sticks with marks for different mix ratios can be useful for mixing paint.''' | ||
| − | When opening a gallon of paint that isn't all going to be used immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. While pouring, intermix the paint; pour a little bit into each can at a time. | + | When opening a gallon of paint that isn't all going to be used immediately, mix it very well and pour it off into quart cans. You can get empty quart cans from a local (private, not chain-store) paint shop for cheap or free. |
| − | Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener. | + | While pouring, intermix the paint; pour a little bit into each can at a time. |
| + | GREAT TIP '''Leftover paint with hardener can be placed in the refrigerator. The cold temperature will slow down the hardener., you can even throw you spray gun in there if you find you need some supplies, and you are in the middle of painting.''' | ||
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