Paint Additives

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Also known as Japan drier. Increases the gloss and hardness of oil-based paint. Also decreases dry time by as much as 30 percent. Generally...

Can be added to either oil-based or latex paints for a variety of reasons—to keep edges wet longer, to prevent lapping, to allow the paint to...

Paint additive that reduces mold and mildew. Good for interior and exterior use. For latex and solvent-based paint. Also can be used with...

Reduces paint odors from both latex and oil-based paints. Can also be used on lacquers, varnishes, epoxies, stain blockers and...

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