Polyurethane is everywhere. It’s in your sofas, your refrigerators, your skateboard wheels, and everything in between. It comes in lots of different densities and is present in a lot of materials. Often, polyurethane is used as a clear coating on other material to provide protection from scuffing. The odds are at some point you’ll want […]

Yes, although paint thinner can be found in most homes, the fumes it emits can be harmful to your health. If you breathe it in, it won’t only harm your lungs, but also your mucus membrane inside of your nose, throat, and mouth. The chemicals in some paint thinners can permanently damage these areas in […]

Yes, you can seal a painted floor. Several manufacturers produce clear acrylic floor sealers intended for use as a sealer for concrete and asphalt surfaces. They work well over painted surfaces because of the strong adhesive properties of acrylic and dry to a semi-gloss finish. If your floor is made of wood, sealing it after […]

As the summer months start to draw closer, a lot of people are turning their attention to the outdoor areas around their homes and wondering how they can freshen this space up in time for the sun’s eagerly-anticipated arrival. But how long does painted concrete even last?  Considering its exposure to the harsh outside elements […]

Your front door is the thing everyone who enters your home will have to walk up to before they can come in, so it pays to have it repainted when it starts to look a little tired or worn. This can completely refresh the front exterior of your home, choosing to add character with a […]