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Alkyds - Oil paint with good adhesion and stain resistance, used mostly for interior and exterior trim as well as kitchens and bathrooms
Binder - A component of paint that holds pigment particles into a uniform, continuous paint film, and makes the paint adhere to the surface
Blistering - The formulation of bubble-like projections on paint, caused by heat or moisture or solvent entrapment between the paint and the surface
Chalking - Deterioration of the surface of an exterior paint into a faded, powdery substance generally caused by gradual erosion of the binder
Cracking - Breaks or splits in the paint's surface usually as a result of aging
Cutting in - Using a 3" or 4" brush to paint corners and edges where wall meets wall and wall meets ceiling and next to the trim. These places cannot be covered by a roller.
Enamel - Topcoat that forms a smooth, durable surface; high quality, dirt-resistant paints generally for interior use in kitchens and bathrooms
Feathering - A series of light strokes with brush or roller, lifting the applicator lightly at the end of the stroke to blend in the paint.
Flaking - The detachment of pieces of paint from the surface, caused by a loss of adhesion and elasticity; also known as scaling
Latex Paint - Water-based paint that dries fast, flows smoothly, and cleans up easily with water; latex paints combine the longest-lasting finish with the best gloss retention
Peeling - The detachment of paint from the surface in ribbons or sheets, the result of loss of adhesion
Sash brush - A 1 1/2" angled brush made for detail painting of windows and narrow trim pieces.
Thinner - The thinner and binder together form the paint's vehicle; water is the thinner used in latex paints; turpentine or spirits are the thinners in oil-based paints
Trim brush - A 2" brush for painting door trim and other wide moldings.
TSP - Tri-sodium phosphate, an industrial cleaner.
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