[OP]
Contributor
The other day I purchased a few containers of oil paint and while I was putting them on the bench, I noticed one was much heavier than the other. The Flat paint is approximately 39% heavier than the gloss! I was quite surprised! Both can were full.
PXL_20230731_201718869.jpg PXL_20230731_201732541.jpg
Moderator
The flatting agents added to the paint certainly have weight...
--
The most expensive tool is the one you buy "cheaply" and often...
Contributor
Is the coverage the same?
Be sure to stir well!
[OP]
Contributor
I don't know about the coverage, I usually mix the two together as I can't find any semi-gloss.
Originally Posted by Steven O Smith
Contributor
I was wondering if the stated coverage on the can was the same. Seems like there must be less paint.
Moderator
Just be sure you're doing a very thorough mixing of both the flat and the combination to insure that all the flatting agents are fully suspended. They have a tendency to "sink". It's kinda a good idea to stir things up with reasonable frequency while painting, too...the flatter it is, the more you should mix.
--
The most expensive tool is the one you buy "cheaply" and often...
[OP]
Contributor
Jim, I usually give it a thorough mixing with the mixer in the electric drill, overdone it a few times and got paint everywhere. I use the paint on the machines that i rebuild. I am just finishing a Thomas Robinson joinery saw,
RobinsonETE (50b).jpg
Moderator
That's a nice project, Mark!!
--
The most expensive tool is the one you buy "cheaply" and often...
[OP]
Contributor
Thanks Jim,
I started working on it several years ago, I was planning on keeping this one for myself, but I had a customer asking for it ,, so I am selling it.
Contributor
Nothing wrong with adding a little gravitas to cast iron.
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote