There are three different types of paint — acrylic, water-based, and oil-based — and each require different approaches for ...

Howard asks: I’m repainting my house, but I’m not sure what kind of paint was originally used. Can I use latex over oil, or should it be the other way around? Danny Lipford: Now, that’s a great ...

Oil-based paint and stains don’t last forever, and when they’ve gone bad, it’s time to think about paint disposal. Whether the paint has dried out or the stain smells off, these products can’t be used ...

Latex paint can often be dried out and thrown away with your normal trash, but oil paint is hazardous and must be taken to a waste collection site.

For both residential and commercial settings, latex and oil-based paints are the most commonly used types of paint. Latex paint, or water-based paint, is normally used for interior walls, trim, and ...