21.   Bargain paint is never a bargain.

22.   Before the introduction of modern latex and acrylic-based paints, oil-based paint was the most common type of paint used for commercial and residential applications.

23.   Because the distemper paint is water-based, the papers cannot be washed.

24.   Besides, paint is cheap.

25.   Black paint was prevalent then because it dried the fastest, Daily of Du Pont said.

26.   A good base paint is thicker than regular paint.

27.   A. There might be two good ways, if the paint is something other than the aluminum or bronze radiator paint that was used in the good old days.

28.   A. I doubt very much if there is lead paint in the popcorn ceiling.

29.   A. Lead presents a problem, particularly since you know there is lead paint present.

30.   A. The best paint is an oil-based primer and oil-based spray enamel.