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Yes, water makes it creamier, just oil wouldn't color anything.

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What is the solvent in paint?

Paints use either some type of oil or plain water as their solvent. Paints using water don't produce the air pollution that paints using oil do.


What are the main differences between oil-based and latex-based paints?

Oil-based paints use oil as a binder, while latex-based paints use water. Oil-based paints are more durable and provide a smoother finish, but they take longer to dry and have a strong odor. Latex-based paints dry faster, are easier to clean up with water, and have less odor, but may not be as durable as oil-based paints.


What is the solvent used in paints?

Varsol, oil thinner, turps, lacquer thinner, xylene, and many others.


Can cement paints be used as a base for oil paints?

No, that is not their intended use.


Can you explain the differences between oil-based and latex paints and provide guidance on when it is appropriate to use oil-based over latex?

Oil-based paints use oil as a binder, while latex paints use water. Oil-based paints are more durable and provide a smoother finish, but they take longer to dry and have a strong odor. Latex paints dry faster, are easier to clean up, and have less odor. Oil-based paints are best for high-traffic areas or surfaces that need extra protection, while latex paints are suitable for most interior surfaces and are more environmentally friendly.


Do you have to use oil in your paints?

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What is the difference between water based and oil based interior white paint?

Regardless of the color, oil-based paints use solvent, normally mineral spirits, as a solvent Vs. water for water-based and oil-based paints dry harder than latex paints making them more scrubable. Water-based paints don't yellow or crack as they age and can be formulated to dry fairly hard while still retaining some elasticity. Both oil and water-based white paints should cover to opacity in a single coat.


What did Juan Gris use to make his art?

Oil painting and collage.


What do you have to mix with oil paints instead of water?

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Did Georgia O'Keeffe use any other materials apart form oil paints and water colours?

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Will water work for thinning oil paints?

Unfortunately combining oil and water in paint always results in disaster. Oil based paints must be thinned with solvent. Brushes used to paint oil based paints also need to be cleaned with solvent.


Can you use acetone with oil paints?

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