![]() Latex paints can be cleaned up with soap and water and don’t give off as many fumes. When working with oil-based paints, solvents are a necessity to clean brushes and applicators. They are, however, often slow-drying and release high amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can be harmful to people in high concentrations and with prolonged exposure. Compared to latex paints, oil-based paints also provide better surface penetration, better leveling and they usually dry to a smoother finish. Oil paints provide good adhesion and good gloss, and are durable, highly resistant to scuffs and scrapes and (when used with a primer) are excellent for blocking stains. ![]() Oil-based primers and paints have been an industry standard for decades. However, if you are going to use oil-based products, you will need to know how to properly use paint thinners or solvents to thin paint, and clean brushes and other equipment when you’re done. While latex-based primers and paints are convenient and versatile, oil-based primers and paints still are good choices in certain applications.
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