Question 1

how do i thin Rust-oleum door paint

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Dont use acetone. You have to use xylene to thin epoxy. You can only thin this paint down to 5%. Any more than that and the finish will have a cracked look where the xylene will evaporate to quickly. This paint is very hard to use on smooth surfaces and get a good finish.

Question 2

this paint is sticky and hard to use ,what can I thin it out with?

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if you have never used an oil based paint before you should consult someone at a local hardware store before starting your project.  This type of paint, compared to latex, will seem sticky and harder to use.  This oil based paint is 'rigid' to produce shine and be very durable to wear. If it really is thicker than it should be you can obtain an OIL BASED PAINT THINNER at your local hardware store. You may want to have someone experienced in oil based paints evaluate your can to see if it really does need thinning.  Otherwise, yes, the product you need is usually called Paint Thinner, but could be called laquer thinner as well.  You would also need product (or mineral spirits) to clean your pans/brushes or rollers. Unlike latex based paint products which dominate the market these days, soap and water cannot be used to clean up the applicators or any spills.  You MUST use the appropriate oil based thinner for thinning and clean up with this product.  However you should expect this to be thicker and more difficult to work with than latex based paint - if you thin it too much it will not dry properly and the durability of the product will be greatly reduced.  Since this is door paint the durability factor is extremely important if you want it to withstand traffic, scratches, etc. and for your door to look nice many months or years down the road.  You should also read ALL the precautions about saftety on the can as this will be high in VOC's and must be used with proper ventilation.  If you are sensitive to chemical VOC's you may want to wear a respirator mask while using it and make sure that you are able to ventilate the area for 24 hours following use.  This does not dry as fast as latex products and will 'stink' much longer than latex based paints as well.

Question 3

How is the red?  I'm looking for a 'wow that house looks nice red'. I have used the paint on inside doors (white) - awesome (ruined brushes - $10)

Accepted Answer

Sorry, but I didn't order this paint in Cranberry although looks nice. I ordered it in White (238311). I used a spray gun with it.

Question 4

Is satin better for wrot iron patio furniture ?

Accepted Answer

Flat is not a favorite, glass is very shiny but satin has a pretty finish

ASIN	B001UE7N3W
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#161,717 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #362 in Interior & Exterior House Paint
Brand Name	Rust-Oleum
Color	Black
Color Code	Black
Container Type	Can
Coverage	105 sq ft
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,006)
Finish Type	Satin
Full Cure Time	2 hours
Global Trade Identification Number	00020066159276
Is Waterproof	True
Item Form	Liquid
Item Volume	1 quarts
Item Weight	2.5 pounds
Manufacturer	Rust-Oleum
Model Name	Stops Rust Front Door Paint
Model Number	238310
Paint Type	Oil
Part Number	238310
Size	32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Special Features	Non Toxic, Washable
Specific Uses For Product	Interior/Exterior
Surface Recommendation	Metal,Wood
UPC	020066159276
Unit Count	32 Fluid Ounces
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant

Rust-Oleum 238310 Front Door Paint, Quart, Black

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