Learn More About Packard Paint
Have a home decorating-related question? We have the answer! Check out our FAQs below to learn more about our company and services.
1. Is it common to get chunks in your paint?
Yes, multiple shakings can get you chunks. If you get chunks, we recommend straining your paint. For more tips and tricks to get the best quality paint from paint stores near you, give us a call today!
2. Can I put latex paint over an oil?
Any professional at your local paint stores will tell you that you can put oil over latex paint and you can put latex paint over an oil-based primer, but you cannot put latex over an oil-based top coat.
3. Do I need to use a primer?
Yes, you'll need two coats of self-priming paint for new drywalls, patches, or old latex paint for a uniform finish. If you have stains, oil-based paint, or if you'll be painting over shiny surfaces, you'll need a specialty primer. Visit our paint stores today for a wide selection of paints and primers.
4. What paint sheen should I use for my project?
Flatter paints are great for covering imperfections, but they are not washable. They are typically better for bedrooms, offices, and living rooms. Shinier products like semi-gloss are better for bathrooms, kitchens, mudrooms, laundry rooms, and high-traffic areas and are washable. The premium paints you'll find at our paint stores are just as washable in flat as they are in semi-gloss.
5. Can I paint my vinyl siding?
You can but we don't recommend it if you're changing your vinyl's color from light to dark. When you transition from light to dark, the pigments in the paint hold heat and can warp your vinyl. Contact our paint stores today to learn more about painting siding.
6. How do I touch up my paint?
We recommend touching up with the exact same applicator that was used when the wall was first painted to avoid creating different textures on your wall. The professionals at our paint stores can guide you through the process.
7. What's the best paint product for a new deck?
Any exterior wood is best served by an oil-based product. The experts at our paint stores recommend using a penetrating oil stain because it is absorbed by the wood.
8. How do I waterproof my basement?
Basements generally have a pH balance issue, so we recommend etching with an acid to neutralize your walls before applying two coats of a waterproofing product. Your first coat should be applied with a brush so that the product can be worked into your walls; the second coat can be rolled on. Unlike other local paint stores, we offer a variety of services and can help you with your waterproofing needs. Give us a call today!
9. Can I paint ceramic tile?
Yes, you can. We recommend that you clean your tiles with a product that does not leave any residue, like a TSP substitute. We then recommend using a bonding primer like STIX by Insl-X. We also recommend following up with a high gloss oil-based product. Visit our paint stores today to learn more about painting all kinds of surfaces.
10. Can I put waterproof vinyl on a floor that has radiant heat?
Yes, but you have to incrementally raise the temperature of the floor 2 degrees every few hours so that your vinyl doesn't rapidly expand. The professionals at our paint stores can help you understand this process from start to finish, so give us a call today!