Opaque liquid coating, which is used to protect and preserve, surfaces both interior and exterior. Most paints are either latex or oil based and come in a huge variety of colors and tones. Paint consists of three parts; a thinner which give it a liquid appearance, a binder which binds the pigment particles and adheres to the surface, and the additives, which are added to give additional properties.
Paint finishes
Luster or sheen of paint types. High gloss - Commonly referred to as enamel, it has a high shine. Semi-gloss - Slightly less shiny than high gloss. Satin-flat - Slight sheen. Flat Paint - No sheen or gloss, it is also known as matte.
Paint gauge
Instrument for measuring the thickness of paint film.
Paint pad
Square or rectangle with a sponge back, a short nap and a handle, which can used as a paint applicator.
Paint remover
A compound that softens old paint or varnish and permits scraping off the loosened material.
Paint roller
Cylinder shaped applicator, which is covered with an absorbent material and revolves on a handle to apply paint to a wall. The roller is dipped into the paint and, after the excess drips off, it is rolled up and down the wall.
Paint scraper
Paint thinner
Products, such as petroleum spirits, mineral spirits or coal-tar products, used to thin oil based paints and varnishes and are also used to clean off oil based paint.
