Tips

Mold, algae, and fungi thrive in damp conditions.

Efflorescence / laitance appears as whitish salt stains on concrete. It affects paint adhesion and can cause discoloration.

You've decided to repaint a section of your wall, but your paint has completely hardened over time! How do you properly store it? First, simply leave the undiluted paint in its original container. Then, make sure you haven't damaged the lid and have removed any excess paint from the edges. Next, seal the lid by closing it with a hammer. Store the container in a dry place away from sunlight. And there you have it!

One, two, or three liters of paint? Accurately calculating the number of paint cans to buy is important to avoid waste. Once you have measured the surface area to be painted, use the following formula