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Discussion on Paint Types and Spraying Techniques

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The discussion shifts to paint technology, with the host expressing a preference for water-based paints over oil-based paints for interior trim due to advancements in water-based formulations like Benjamin Moore Advance and Sherwin Williams Emerald Urethane. He offers advice on spray painting, emphasizing the importance of adjusting tip size and pressure (around 2200 PSI) to prevent runs. He notes that if runs occur with a 310 tip, a smaller tip like a 308 or 306 should be used.

Goal: Provide insights into paint choices and spray application techniques.

Tools and materials

  • Paint sprayer — Applying paint, discussed in context of tip sizes and pressure
  • Paint tips — Controlling spray pattern and paint volume

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