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Article: Paint: choosing the right product for the job. (Buyers Guide).
- Article from:
- Popular Mechanics
- Article date:
- April 1, 2003
- Author:
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Painting is the No. 1 do-it-yourself home improvement project. Each year, millions of horneowners--equipped with little more than a paintbrush, a short-nap roller and a gallon of gumption--apply a new coat of finish to room interiors, house siding, fences and decks. However, a successful job is dependent upon using the right paint. All coatings are specifically formulated for particular types of surfaces. Apply the incorrect kind of paint and it'll quickly peel, crack or fade. No amount of surface prep or careful application can save a job that's finished with the wrong type of paint.
But picking the appropriate paint isn't always easy, even for experienced ...