Glossary
Undercoat refers to a layer of paint that is applied before the final coat and sometimes after a coat of primer.
The undercoat is an important stage in painting a surface. It not only provides a smoother surface for the topcoat giving it a better finish easier application but can also assist in stopping the surfaces existing colour from bleeding through. The colour of the undercoat should mirror that of the overcoat. For pale and lighter colour use a lighter undercoat and of vide, colourers use a darker undercoat. The undercoat is also important to give the surface some extra protection.
It will help reduce the effects of light physical wear and tear such as denting and scraping as well as giving an extra layer to stop moisture from reaching the surface which can cause mould, rot or in the case of metal rust.
Wood stain is a term that describes anything that colours wood. There are products that solely stain the wood but there are also others such as oils, varnishes and waxes that both stain and teat the wood (make it less absorbent and resistant to damage). Wood stains consist of a pigment or dye (for colour) […]
Fibre brushes
The bristles are usually made of natural vegetable fibres but can also be a mix of natural and artificial fibres. Fibre brushes often referred to as masonry brushes, are a specific type of paintbrush that is designed to be used with materials and on surfaces an ordinary bristle brush might not be appropriate for. Fibre […]
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