What’s the difference between latex and oil-based paint?

• <div><p>The two most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-paint-explained.htm">common paint types</a> are latex-based paint and oil-based paint. Here are some of the most significant differences between the two:</p><p>Latex-based paint:</p><ul><li><p>$15–$60 per gallon on average</p></li><li><p>Best for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways</p></li><li><p>Dries more quickly than oil-based paints</p></li><li><p>More difficult to clean compared to oil-based paint</p></li></ul><p>Oil-based paint</p><ul><li><p>$20–$70 per gallon on average</p></li><li><p>Good for bathrooms, kitchens, doors, and trim</p></li><li><p>Easy to clean and holds up well against moisture</p></li><li><p>More likely to chip than latex-based paint</p></li><li><p>Requires good ventilation while drying</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is black paint hard to paint with?

• <div><p>The color of your paint shouldn’t make it harder to apply, but it can be harder to cover in one coat, depending on the surface. Using a good quality primer that’s tinted gray will help make applying your black paint easier. Even with a primer, you will likely have to use two coats to get a perfect, solid black finish.</p></div>

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Q: Can paint thinner be mixed with latex paint?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t mix paint thinner with latex paint. To thin latex pain, add water instead. Use 1/2 cup of water per gallon of paint to start until you reach your paint&rsquo;s desired thickness &mdash; never use more than 4 cups of water per gallon of paint. </p></div>

Q: What is the best paint to paint over wallpaper?

• <div><p>While you could conceivably select <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/sheen-confusion-choosing-best-paint-finish.htm">any paint finish</a>, paintable wallpaper tends to look its best with a flat or eggshell finish. A higher gloss paint might make the texture pop more, but it can look a bit dated once the paint has dried. And don&rsquo;t worry about whether a water-based latex paint will loosen the wallpaper. Paintable wallpaper has a coating that prevents this from happening, so using latex paints without applying an oil-based primer to seal things first is fine.</p></div>

Q: What paint will stick to composite decking?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to use an exterior latex acrylic paint to promote maximum adhesion to composite decking. This flexible paint type can better cope with the natural expansion and contraction that can occur with composite deck boards. Oil-based paints won&rsquo;t adhere as effectively and are more likely to crack and peel as the boards flex. Testing whether your chosen paint will stick on an inconspicuous section or a spare board is a good idea.</p></div>

Q: Is black paint hard to paint with?

• <div><p>The color of your paint shouldn&rsquo;t make it harder to apply, but it can be harder to cover in one coat, depending on the surface. Using a good quality primer that&rsquo;s tinted gray will help make applying your black paint easier. Even with a primer, you will likely have to use two coats to get a perfect, solid black finish.</p></div>

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