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How much citronella oil do you add to scent candles?
Two or three drops of citronella oil per candle is all that is needed.
Can you paint with acrylic paint on oil stained furniture?
Yes, put an oil-based primer on first as a bridge, then apply the acrylic paint.
Can you put polyurethane over eggshell paint?
Yes, you can put polyurethane paint over eggshell in latex or eggshell in oil.
Can you put latex on top of oil-based paint?
No you can not.
Can you use latex primer over oil base enamel?
Not directly. You will need to use a primer made to adhere to oil and will accept a latex topcoat.
Is it possible to put acrylic over oil paint?
Yes, it is possible to put acrylic paint over oil paint, but it is not recommended to put oil paint over acrylic paint.
Is citronella oil the same as citronella fuel?
No, citronella oil and citronella fuel are not the same. Citronella oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the leaves and stems of citronella grasses, commonly used for its insect-repelling properties and in aromatherapy. In contrast, citronella fuel typically refers to a manufactured product that may contain citronella oil but is often blended with other substances for use in candles or torches to provide a longer-lasting burn and enhanced scent. Always check product labels for specific compositions.
What is the formula of major ingredients for citronella oil?
Citronella oil contains Citronellal (C10H18O), Citronellol and Geraniol.
Is citronella a type of wax?
No, it's a word used for a variety of plants. Citronella candles are candles scented with citronella oil, oil from from plants in the Cymbopogon genus (lemongrass).
Where can one purchase citronella oil?
One can purchase citronella oil in home and garden stores. One could purchase citronella oil in places like Home Depot, Lowes, Walmart, and local garden stores.
How much citronella oil do you add to scent candles?
Two or three drops of citronella oil per candle is all that is needed.
Can you mix citronella with water?
Yes, you can mix citronella oil with water to create a natural insect repellent spray. However, citronella oil is not water-soluble so you will need to shake the mixture well before each use to ensure the oil is evenly distributed. Additionally, it's recommended to use a carrier oil or alcohol to help emulsify the citronella oil in water.
What it is in the citronella oil that can repel mosquito?
The scent of the citronella can repel mosquitoes, depending on concentration. The oil can also be used to smother larvae and eggs.
What does citronella do?
== == I had a cricket in my house, and I dropped one drop of citronella essential oil on it. It died within 20 seconds.
Is citronella inflammable?
Yes, citronella is flammable. When citronella oil is burned in candles or torches, it produces a flame that can be used as a natural insect repellent. However, care should be taken when handling and lighting citronella products to avoid accidents.
Is it OK to use oil paint over latex paint when applying concrete striping paint?
You can not put oil paint over latex paint. Oil is a rigid coating and latex is a flexible coating. When you put a rigid coating over something that is flexible the rigid coating cracks off.
Can you paint with acrylic paint on oil stained furniture?
Yes, put an oil-based primer on first as a bridge, then apply the acrylic paint.
