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 Emulsion Paint - Emulsion paints from Dulux to Crown paints, interior paint colors and an emulsion definition. Read about how to paint a room, Dulux paint, asphalt emulsion, acrylic polymer emulsion & Crown paints.
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When decorating or re-decorating a room it is important to know how to paint a room properly to prevent accidents or a low quality finished product.
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Painting a room
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There are several different techniques, styles and tools which can be used when deciding on how to paint a room. Below is a list showing what can be used to paint an interior room using decorating tools or DIY equipment:
3-inch flat brush
Small angled brush for trim or corners
Canvas drop cloths, plastic tarps or newspapers
Spackle (a substance used to fill in cracks before painting)
Turpentine (if using oil-based paint)
Bucket to clean brushes in
Painter's tape or masking tape
Putty knife
Sandpaper
Primer
Cleaning rags
Roller (with extension pole for tall walls or ceilings)
Roller tray
Disposable rubber gloves
Home made decoration tools can be used when parents are unsure of how to paint a room for a child, home made
tools can be used to paint shapes and patterns which a child would enjoy, shapes such as clouds, stars and camoflage can be easily created with cut out sponges.
Colours are also important for a child's or baby's room, the colours should be vibrant and mixed such as bright reds, greens, blues, yellows etc.
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The most relevant links we could find, placed here free
 eHow.com
- A detailed guide on painting a room, techniques and tips. www.ehow.com
Tell Me Tow To
- How to paint a room correctly including preparation and preventing accidents. www.tellmehowto.net
Choosing a paint type:
The type of paint and its finish are essential factors if you want a neatly painted room. Here are the two types of paint you should consider when deciding how to paint a room:
Latex based paint. This is easiest to work with and the easiest to clean up, only soap and water are required. Latex is best used on walls, floors and metal surfaces. It also works well on woodwork with long lasting results.
Oil based paint. This is also known as alkyd-based, and requires a solvent-like turpentine to clean off of paintbrushes, your skin, and the telephone when you answer it in an unguarded moment. Oil-based paint is stain-resistant and sticks well to walls and ceilings. It is particularly popular for bathrooms and kitchens.
If you're using oil-based paint:
Get a brush with natural bristles.
Get a natural roller such as lamb's wool.
If you're using latex-based paint:
Get a brush with synthetic bristles (natural bristles absorb the water in latex paint).
Get a synthetic (nylon) roller.
SoYouWanna.com contains more information about how to paint a room including preparation and decoration.
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