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>

How do you open a plastic-sealed paint can?

• <div><p>Although plastic-sealed paint cans can look tricky, you can open them with adjustable pliers in no time. Grip the plastic seal with the pliers and pull the seal up, moving around the seal until you’ve pried the plastic up in enough spots. Then, you can grab the seal and pop it off the top of the paint can. Depending on the strength of the seal, you may even be able to remove the seal with just your hands by pulling upwards.</p></div>

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Q: Is it okay to paint over rotted wood?

• <div><p>No, it is not okay to paint over rotted wood. Painting over rotted wood will not address the underlying issue and can trap moisture, leading to further decay. Properly addressing the rotted wood by removing and replacing or repairing the damaged areas is necessary before you can even consider painting.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to paint the interior of a house?

• <div><p>The general rule when painting a home on your own is one day per room. It can take longer based on room size, drying times for a particular paint, and the number of coats used. If you hire a professional, the team of painters will usually work more quickly. With a professional doing the job, you&rsquo;re looking at one to three days for the entire home, depending on the number of coats you need and the size of the team. </p></div>

Q: What kind of primer should I use for painting aluminum siding?

• <div><p>A self-etching primer is the best option for aluminum siding. These are specifically designed to bond with bare metals, among other surfaces, leading to better adhesion and corrosion resistance. An oil-based primer is a good alternative if you can&rsquo;t find a self-etching primer.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2022
I had to *ask* him to come back to clean the paint off of my hundred-year-old woodwork (because he failed to properly prep) and then he used a screwdriver (?!?!) to do so, which left gouging in the wood. It was not in pristine condition, but it did not have any chunks out of it until he got...
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Reviewed in January 2019
Travis is a professional who honestly cares about the customer. He went above and beyond on this project and we appreciated his consistent follow up. The ceiling turned out beautifully and we will definitely use 360 for our future painting projects.
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Reviewed in September 2015
Clint Brown was recommended to me by a few different people. Clint was super professional. He helped me fix some other problems in the house. Clint was great. He showed up when he said he would, he cleaned up after himself. He really does do an excellent job painting. His lines are fabulous. He...
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Reviewed in February 2015
Eric was great to work with from the beginning. I had several painters come to my home for estimates, but Eric was by far the stand-out due to his friendly yet professional nature. He was very knowledgeable, offered color advice and was detail-oriented throughout the process. He even jumped...
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Reviewed in August 2013
Alan owns Straight Line Painting. He was very pleasant to deal with and the quality of the job performed was OUTSTANDING! He was timely and finished quickly. He also replaced the trim around the garage doors which was badly needed. All cracks were caulked prior to painting and he even put up...
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Reviewed in September 2010
After a bad storm in which we had a crab apple tree uprooted and the entire top of our maple tree snapped in half I contacted this company and requested that they come out and give me an estimate to remove the crab apple and tell me if the maple tree could be saved. I was told yes, they would...
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