21.   If not, he cautioned, every imperfection becomes a glaring eyesore when the paint is applied.

22.   If the oil is rather hard, but does not scrape up easily, apply paint thinner to dissolve it, then apply the absorbent.

23.   In other tests, the paint also was applied to mahogany paneling, cedar shake shingles and flammable ceiling tiles.

24.   Inside the house, the paint has been applied to produce an artful illusion of age.

25.   It is important when applying paint to hold the brush vertically.

26.   My work looks photorealistic from a distance, but up close, you can see the paint is applied impressionistically.

27.   Oil-based paints must be applied to a dry surface, and mineral spirits or thinner is needed for cleanup.

28.   Paint is applied to Plexiglass, steel and furniture.

29.   Paint cannot be applied to a wet or damp surface.

30.   So, apply new paint in thin coats on well-cured joint compound.