The Difference Between Oil Based and Latex Paints
One of the biggest obstacles in painting your home is knowing which types of paints to choose. Basically there are only two types of paint to use inside your home; water based latex paints and oil based paints. The difference is pretty simple actually. For the most part you’ll want to use an oil-based paint for the doors, the trim, and high traffic areas - and the water based latex for the walls.
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Different Types of Paints and When to Use Them
There are two kinds of paint to use for your interior and exterior painting jobs, and both have their advantages. Oil based paints are thick paints mixed from resins and oils. Latex or acrylic paints are thinner, water-based paints. How do you know which kind of paint is right for your next painting project?
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