James Guth
Painting Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (25)
The Safest Ways to Get Rid of Aerosol & Spray Paint Cans
Expert tips for the proper way to recycle compressed air cans Do you have old cans of spray paint, hair spray, or other aerosol products taking up space in your home? While your first instinct might be to toss them righ...
How to
Paint a Car with a Spray Can
Spray painting is an inexpensive way to paint a car. Clean and sand the surface of the car to create a smooth base on which to apply the primer. Apply multiple primer coats and top coats in order to achieve a quality fin...
Easy DIY Ways to Strip Paint from Plastic Materials
Plus, which cleaners are safest for your type of paint and plasticBecause plastic is a nonporus, smooth material, it’s easy to remove paint from its surface. Whether you accidentally spilled paint on plastic furniture ...
How to
Paint Brass
Painting is a great way to touch things up and bring new life to objects. But when it comes to painting brass objects, such as lights, fixtures, and hardware, things get a little more difficult. It is possible to paint b...
9 Effective Spray Paint Removal Methods
The best methods for removing spray paint from any surface Spray paint is an effective way to paint a variety of surfaces, but it’s also messy and can be tricky to get off. If you’ve accidentally gotten spray paint s...
How to
Spray Paint
Spray painting may seem easier than painting items using a brush and liquid paint, but doing it properly still requires some special knowledge. It is important to have the right materials and tools to protect your surfac...
How to
Restore Sun Damaged Plastic
Any plastic that comes into contact with the sun will eventually crack and lose coloring. Knowing this, you can preserve valuable items by regularly treating them with commercial plastic conditioning products. If the dam...
How to
Paint Galvanized Steel
Because of its smooth, slick, zinc-coated finish, galvanized steel can be tricky to paint. Before you jump right into it, it’s critical to prep the nonstick surface so it can hold paint. Start by cleaning the steel tho...
How to
Remove Paint from Skin
Whether you're painting a wall or painting a picture, there will be the inevitable moment where you manage to paint your skin as well. Regular paint removers, however, are extremely toxic and should not be used on skin. ...
How to
Spray Paint Metal
Spray paint provides a smooth, even finish on metal surfaces and dries quickly. Plus, it is inexpensive and convenient to purchase from nearly any discount, home improvement, or hardware store. Although spray paint is a ...
How to Thin Latex Paint for Spraying, Brushing & Rolling
Thin out fresh or old paint for your next project It’s time to touch up your walls, but when you crack open that can of leftover paint from 5 years ago, it seems a little thick. You’ll need to thin it out before spr...
How to
Mist Coat with Paint
A mist coat is made of watered down paint and applied in a thin layer. You should put a mist coat of paint on new plaster on your walls to seal it and prevent peeling.. 21 July 2020. Start by preparing the mist coat so i...
How to
Paint Yeti Cups
Yeti cups and other cooling mugs are a great way to keep your drinks cold, but you might find the stainless steel exterior a little boring. Luckily, Yeti cups are easy to customize with spray paint. Choose whatever color...
How to
Get Spray Paint off Your Hands
Spray paint can be really useful, but it can also be really messy. It almost seems like it’s impossible not to get a little on your hands whenever you use it. Not to worry. Spray paint doesn’t have to be a huge pain ...
How to
Dry Spray Paint Faster
It can be so frustrating to finish spray painting a project and then not be able to put it together because it's still wet! You can coat your project with a wax-based furniture polish to seal the paint and make it dry. Y...
How to
Paint Plastic Models
Painting your plastic models is an excellent way to take your hobby to the next level. While painting intricate details and waiting for layers to dry can be time consuming, the process is highly rewarding and fun. Use a ...
How to
Spray Paint LEGO Bricks
Do you have the kind of LEGO brick you need, but in a different color? Transform that brick into a useful color using this article!
How to
Paint a Refrigerator
Painting furniture is all over Pinterest lately, but tables and chairs aren’t the only things that can be decked out with colors and designs. You can also paint your refrigerator! Whether you use a roller to avoid spla...
How to
Paint Formica Countertops
Formica is a brand name laminate material made from hard plastic. Because it's durable and easy to care for, Formica is often used for floors, tables, countertops, cupboards, and other surfaces that get a lot of wear. Wh...
How to
Install Formica
Formica, or any other brand of household laminate, is most often used for kitchen counters and wall decoration. Laminate is easy to clean and relatively durable, although, being plastic, it can melt if exposed to excessi...
