Expensive paint, cheap paint

Recently I had a conversation with a client about the cost of paint.
Is it worth paying all that money when Walmart paint is wayyyyy cheaper?
You get what you pay for. The resins and quality are different and cheaper paints look cheap too.
So next time you think it doesn't matter what type of paint you use, remember, cheap paint IS cheap paint.
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Pleasures of film painting

I am working on "Afghan Luke" right now. A film by the renowned Canadian Director, Mike Clattenburg. These independant films are always a challenge but way more rewarding than the big pictures.
 We plaster, paint, and create an Afghan village out of plywood and styrofoam.
The art comes in making it look real so you, the viewer, can believe the story that the director is trying to tell you.
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Ben is a new green paint from Benjamin Moore

I like the new low VOC paint from Benjamin Moore called BEN. I know I sound like a rep and not a professional customer who uses their products. I like the way it spreads and the way it looks, top marks to the paint designers down at BM.
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Latex and allergies

Is latex paint responsible for the same allergies as latex gloves?
No, because latex paint is made with synthetic resins and not natural rubber from trees.

Here is a link for more detailed information.

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Finishing Fir

We have built our own home and have decked it out with fir everything. Doors, windows, trim, baseboards etc. Knowing that stain can end up blotchy if the grain is less than perfect, I opted for a tinted "Stays Clear" an Benjamin Moore product.
I add some tint (colourant) to the product and apply it directly onto the wood.
If you are a beginner don't do this as the finish will show every overlap and dry edge.
I have found that it gives a great, even overall colour to my wood, with none of the problems you get from stains.
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Time to paint the exterior?

It's a bit early to paint anything outside if you live above the 49th paralel. 10 degrees celsius is the minimum the paint companies have on their cans. What you need is two weeks of sunny warm weather before you paint an exterior. You will need to check any exposed wood to see if it is dry. Moisture sits deep in the wood and will lift the paint when the temperatures rise.
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Olympic pride

I've taken a break for the Olympics here in BC. That was a great experience. So much fun and pride at seeing people from all over the world enjoying our BC. It will set up  2010 as a year to remember.
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