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History
Paint has been used by mankind since its origin. The evidence can be found in the cave paintings. The Chinese are considered to be the pioneers of manufacturing paints thousands of years ago. In modern times paint is made artificially and is used in many different ways. There are three basic things required to make paint. You need a
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Pigment to get the exact color you want
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Binder to hold the paint together
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Thinner so that it can be applied easily.
Types of Paints
There are different types of paints available today. Till the 19th century the word paint was used to describe oil-boundtypes only. The paints bound with glue were calleddistemper. For farmhouses and cottages an alternative was found and was called lime wash or color wash.
Different things need different paints. The interior of the house is painted by different type of paint than the exterior of the house. Automobiles use different type of paint. The industrial paint is different than marine paint. Now colors are made by using different ingredients for specific surfaces.
For example enamel paint, when dries it becomes especially hard and usually has glossy finish. The term enamel painttoday means hard surfaced paint and usually it is used in reference to paint floor coatings of a gloss finish or spray paints. It can be used for concrete, stairs, porches and patios. Fast dry enamel is ideal for refrigerators, counters and other industrial finishes. High-temp enamel may be used for engines, brakes and exhaust. Enamel is also used on wood to make it water resistant.
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Paint is a thick liquid substance used to decorate and protect concrete, wooden, cloth, metallic surfaces and everything you can imagine. The colors make these objects look beautiful while its basic ingredients protect them from corrosion, rust and decay.