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How do you tell the difference between oil based varnish and water based varnish?
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While it is still liquid you can tell by smell. The water based will have very low odour, oil based has heavy odour. Once applied and dried there is no way to tell difference.
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What type of thinner is used for oil varnish?
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How do you get furniture varnish off of your skin?
Vegetable oil to get varnish off then soap and water :)
Can spar varnish be used over spray paint for exterior use?
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Can you put clear varnish over semigloss paint?
Yes, however, if it is an oil-based clear you'll see an amber color to the tint. Water-based clears tend to be crystal clear and do not affect the underlying color.
What happens acrylic varnish on enamel paints?
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What type of thinner is used for oil varnish?
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Can you paint over a water based paint with an oil based clear varnish?
That is not generally recommended.
How can one strip varnish from a vinyl floor?
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Difference between plastic emulsion and enamel paint?
emulsion paint: paint in which the binder is dispersed in water. enamel paint: pigmented varnish, glossy coating
Can you use varnish over layer of latex paint?
Usually yes. You'd be advised to use a water based varnish, and rough up the paint a little before coating.
what is the difference between an aquatic and a terrestrial ecosystem?
An aquatic ecosystem is based on water, and a terrestrial ecosystem is based on land.
What is the difference between plasticine and Play-Doh.?
The main difference is that plastiscine is derived from clay and is oil based. Play doh is water based, and is totally edible.
What really is the difference between oil and water based cosmetics?
Oil based cosmetics can block pores and create acne and pimples. Water based cosmetics are better for sensitive skin.
What is difference between acrylic emulsion and plastic emulsion?
Acrylic is chemical based resin whereas plastic emulsion is water based.
Which type of wood varnish is the best to use on a wooden chair?
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How do you get furniture varnish off of your skin?
Vegetable oil to get varnish off then soap and water :)
