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Mineral Spirits vs. Turpentine: What’s the Difference?

You have options when it comes to paint removal and other trickier cleanup jobs. Mineral spirits and turpentine are both popular options noted for their

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Eggshell vs. Satin Paint: What’s the Difference?

It is already a difficult endeavor to choose a color for an area or item you want to paint, and the last thing you want

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Staining vs Painting Your Deck: Which is Better?

No matter what you do, your deck is going to age and eventually, it will need to be refinished. When the time comes, you may

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Primer vs. Paint: What’s the Difference?

“When do you need to use a primer?” is one of the most common questions we hear. The second most common question is “what is

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Paint Sealant vs Car Wax: What’s the Difference?

Adding wax or paint sealer to your car finish is a great way to improve the way it looks and add value. Either will protect

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Powder Coating vs Painting: Which Is Better?

When it comes to finishing metal surfaces, two methods reign supreme: powder coating and painting. Both are very applicable, but which will best suit your

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Paint Thinner vs. Acetone (2025 Comparison): What’s the Difference?

When preparing to paint, or when cleaning up paint, it is difficult to know whether you should use a paint thinner or acetone. We often

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Satin vs. Flat Paint: What’s The Difference?

Are you looking forward to starting a paint project, but not sure which paint finish is better for your needs? This is a question a

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Satin vs. Semi-Gloss Paint: What’s The Difference?

When the satin versus semi-gloss issues comes knocking, how do you know which one to choose? One has shine and the other has a lot

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