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A Long pile Roller is normally used on textured surfaces including wall coverings surfaces such Ingrain -Chip wood, Anaglypta and Lincrusta.

Scale which is easily removed, (see Mill Scale). Also Loose Scale.

Spraying by conventional methods using pressures up to 40 p.s.i.

The repair of surface defects prior to painting with the use of plaster filler or stopping (see Bringing forward).

Covering of adjoining areas and items which do not require painting normally carried out when the general application is by spraying.

Usually applies to synthetic fillers, putties or adhesives. Also known as sealant.

Overall colour matching.

Degree of sheen. (see Flat Finish).

The binder vehicle in which pigment is dispersed. Also Media, resin.

For general use in applying water based paints.

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