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Tool that applies caulk from cartridges to work area. Ratchet Guns are less expensive, but are more difficult to use. To stop caulk flow on the...

Clear acrylic protective finish for painted walls. Particularly recommended for crackled walls and walls where sand tones have been...

Tint used to change color of glazes when faux finishing. Available in a variety of colors. Generally comes in 12 oz or 1 oz. bottles and...

Also known as mastic, which is a general term for any thick adhesive. Used in heavy-duty bonding and construction, mastics are usually applied...

Can be used on many surfaces, but the joints it makes may come apart under a heavy load. Good to bond laminates to countertops and cabinets, or...

A corner pad is a paint pad shaped in a 90 degree angle to allow for easy painting of...

Also called aging glaze. Used to create rustic, antique designs that resemble the look of cracked oil varnish. Can be applied over any...

Prepares surfaces before painting and assists paint and varnish in bonding to old finishes. Available in water- or solvent-based...

Is available in solid, liquid and aerosol form. Used to remove dirt, oil and grease from basement and garage floors, driveways, patios and...

Can be made of a variety of materials, but is usually made of plastic. Heavy-duty, professional-quality canvas drop cloths range in weight from...

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