Yesterday was so much fun at Ja’s party. Most of my friends were there too. He did a new paint job with his house and it looked great. In case you don’t know, painting walls can be really fun if you know what you are doing. It can also be hazardous to health because of the chemicals in the paint. Consequently, he gave me some tips when doing the painting…

When panting walls, it is better to use quality paints. You can buy these in malls at reasonable prices. The sales reps can even mix custom colors for you in their paint booth. There are different types for every application such as the latex paints which are great for indoor walls, enamel paints for wood and ceiling, lacquer paints for spray painting, elastomeric paints for the roof, and many more. Latex paints are waterbased and are generally safe to use. Enamel and lacquer paints however have strong fumes which when inhaled can cause allergies, asthma, or even suffocation.

When using these paints, make sure that you have enough ventilation. Also, use gas masks and goggles to protect your face from dripping paint. Better to use gloves too because paints can really irritate the skin. Moreover, enamel and lacquer paints are highly inflammable, so never smoke while painting.

These are some of the tips Ja shared with me. Hope you learned something.