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Guys…. Painter Lady Subscriber Paints His Car!!

by THAT Painter Lady on Tuesday, March 9, 2010

This is such a “guy thing”.  I mean I was laughing out loud while reading this email. What will you guys think of sending me next???  THAT Painter Lady Subscribers – Get your hubby involved!

I just want you to know I love your news letters – no matter how boring some can be for a guy….

I’m sending you some pics of a 1985 Chevy Celebrity station wagon that I purchased locally for $100 to use as a fishing wagon. I sanded the flaking clearcoat on it and cut in with a brush and rolled with Rust-oleum profesional series ( dries within a hour ) unlike regular which dries in 5 hrs gloss white enamel which is only available at Lowes in my area ….Boynton Beach FL

I used 2 quarts with no primer over a yr ago and it still looks great….total cost was under $42.47 including sandpaper & Impala decals I purchased off Ebay & a can of .99 red paint for the brakes and a can of grey spray hammer finish for the wheels and black hammer finish around the windows & on door handles.

I just sold my car on Ebay for $1,500.00 !!!!!

Pictures I took during the painting process and finished product….I have you to thank for saving all that painting $$$ expense and it was fun doing it myself….AND it went from a junker car to a cool looking ride and its now being used not junked ………so I guess I should have painted it green………lol

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How to Video – Faux Colorwash / Smear Finish

by THAT Painter Lady on Saturday, November 22, 2008

This is an ideal faux paint finish for a beginner. All you need is your paint / glaze mixture and a wet rag.

Materials List:

  • Painter’s Tape to tape off your surface
  • Buckets (one for the glaze and one for water)
  • Paint (you can use water based paint or tints to add your color to the glaze)
  • Glaze
  • Rags (click on the link below to order rags)

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How to Use a Paint Brush the Right Way

by THAT Painter Lady on Tuesday, November 18, 2008

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Using a paint brush the proper way can make a huge difference in the outcome of your paint job.

Usually a brush would be used for smaller projects such as cutting in or painting woodwork like trim, moldings, and some furniture.

I don’t suggest using a brush on a large surface area because they can leave lap marks and annoying brush strokes. For larger areas like walls, use a roller.

1. What kind of brush to use for different types of paint

  • Latex or water-based paints need synthetic brushes, such as nylon or polyester.
  • Alkyd or oil-based paints need natural bristle brushes or polyester
  • Foam brushes can be used with either kind of paint (but they are just throw aways)

Tip – Do not purchase the cheapest brush in the store! The brush that you use will show in the work that you do. Invest in a good quality paint brush.

2. What is a good quality brush?

  • Flexible at the tips, which helps give a finer finish
  • Tapered bristles, the center bristles are a little bit longer than those at the edge. This helps the paint go down smoothly and evenly.
  • Bristles are a longer than they are wide (example-a 2″-wide brush should be at least 3″ in length)
  • The paint goes on thicker and smoother

angles paint brush3. What brushes to use for different jobs

  • Cutting in – (1 to 2″ angled brush) Use the narrow edge of the paint brush and press against the wall just enough to flex the bristles and drag your paint in a nice straight line.
  • Trim & molding – (2 – 3″ angled or flat brush)
  • Exterior painting – (4″ tightly packed bristle brush)

Tip – If you are right handed, paint from left to right. If left handed, paint right to left. This allows you to see the flow of paint and have better control.

3. Dipping the brush in the paint

  • Don’t dip the brush all the way in the paint
  • Dip in only 1/3 of the bristles
  • You don’t want the brush to get overloaded with paint
  • Gently wipe brush against the side of the can or bucket to remove excess paint. This will prevent the brush from dripping.

4. Holding a paint brush

  • Hold closer to the bristles or ferrule of the brush, this will allow you more control in your wrist
  • Hold at a 45 degree angle

5. Applying the paint to the surface

  • Use your wrist when painting
  • Start at the top and work your way down
  • Apply paint in one direction
  • Use minimal brush strokes. The brush marks will be left on the paint surface the more you go over it.
  • Paint quickly, especially when using latex paint because it dries faster
  • When painting larger surfaces apply the paint with long horizontal strokes
  • Lift the brush at the end of each stroke, this allows the paint to smooth itself out
  • Follow the grain if painting wood

Tip: Always wait until paint is completely dry before applying a second coat. A brush will apply the paint thicker than a roller will, so be sure to allow for extra drying time.

Click Here to see a video about how to clean a brush.

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