Finally using FPE Brushing-Putty!
Faron79
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FPE thread in Paint-forum if you're interested...
Comments (2)FPE = Fine Paints of Europe Link to FPE thread in Painting Forum below. Here is a link that might be useful: Finally using FPE Brushing-Putty!...See Morenot sure which FPE paint/primer to use
Comments (2)Ouch!! You're painting Maple cabs?!?!? IMO...both ECO-primer & Eurolux-primer will be fine. They're both stated for use on wood, walls, etc. You shouldn't have any health issues with either one. Eurolux is "all-acrylic" primer. ECO is the "Waterborne Alkyd". I LOVE the ECO-series paint!!! >>> It's a tish more suitable for cabs. Yes...it's a Waterborne-Alkyd, but I couldn't even smell anything. It was a joy to use. Levels-off great if you don't overwork it. Check my thread for pics of the ECO-project I did on some thin wood trim in our entry. Faron...See MoreAnyone use Brushing Putty?
Comments (19)HI! I know this is an older post. I was wondering if jeannema/Kelly every did buy the brushing putty and what your results were like. Or if tootiepugsmom ever painted your kitchen cabinets and used the BP? We are in the middle of painting our oak kitchen cabinets and I don't know if I'm entirely thrilled with the results of the BP. I did apply 2 coats on the bases in most area, and you can still see the grain in some areas. We've sprayed 2 coats of primer and 1 coat of paint -all FPE - on all the bases so far. And, I can still see some of the grain lines in certain lights. Not sure if I should brush on 1 coat of the paint, and then spray a few final coats to yield additional filling? I'm working on the doors, but I've only gotten through 1 coat of BP so far and I'm at the horrible sanding stage with beveled doors - ugh! I had read the post above prior about the corners, and was as careful as could be, but it's hard! I know I need 2 coats for sure on those, but I'm still getting discouraged. Wondering if even after 2 coats of BP (thick and sanded correctly) you could still see "some" of the grain on your oak cabinets? any feedback and final pics would be great! (for whatever reason I can't figure how to message either of you directly!) STeph...See MoreGlossy green front door FPE
Comments (41)"Unfortunately, in too many professions (including mine), there are a host of untrained, inexperienced people willing to work for very little, and they muddy the market and can make it very difficult for the seasoned pros to earn a decent living." People have to start somewhere, as in any field. Most people can't hire the best, so there is a large market for those who are less experienced. The real problem is the "host of untrained, inexperienced people" who charge us high, professional wages simply because they are in a certain field, so charge the going rate regardless of their skill or experience. That is not the job ladder where I come from. Around here, you will also find GC's (expensive!) that employ cheap untrained laborers. So you do not get what you pay for. Now, if you're talking about paying even more than what people already pay (outrageous), not many people make the kind of money they could afford them anyway. The average American family income is only about $50,000. The real problem is that the construction industry really needs to have educational requirements, certification and strict regulations in place to stop all the nonsense that goes on. It really chaps my hide to hear people say we don't, or are not willing to, pay enough. I've heard this plea for more money a number of times recently. And by the way, I know highly educated people who feel the same way about this and wonder why some of these clowns are making more than them....See MoreFaron79
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