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c. A glazing compound, similar to putty. _ 4) What is mildewcide? A. A chemical agent that helps prevent mildew growth on paint. b. A mineral spirit that encourâ€" ages mold formation. c. A rare fungus that sometimes forms in polyurethane coatings. 5) What is latex? a. A shellac used as a sealer for floors. b. A waterâ€"thinned paint made with synthetic resins such as acrylic or polyvinyl acetate. c. A nonpenetrating oil stain containing a large amount of pigment. 6) Cracks in a painted surface are most often caused by ... a. An excessive degree of sheen in a dried paint film. b. A sloppy, uneven application of the paint. If all this confusiing terminoloâ€" gy makes you search for a primer on primers, take heart. Here‘s a short quiz that will help you brush up on your paint expertise. 1) Which climatic conditions are ideal for exterior painting? v a. Temperature above 90 degrees F., so that paint dries quickly. b. Temperature around 40 deâ€" grees F., so the paint will harden faster. 6 ¢ c. Temperature of 70 degrees F. with moderate humidity. 2) A pigment is ... a. A special type of varnish. b. An additive used only in highâ€" gloss paints. c. A powderâ€"like substance that gives the paint its color and hiding power. 3) Acrylic is ... n.lA synthetic resin modified with oil, b. A synthetic resin used in latex When it comes to understandâ€" ing exterior paint and its properâ€" ties, are you a novice or a pro? Do you know the difference between caulking and chalking? How about an acrylic and an alkyd? Know your paint 10 PAGE B10 â€" WATERLOO CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, MaAy 9, Aithough Dandelions, Burdock and Goldenrod are not considered naxious weeds within the Regional Municipality of Waterioo under the Weed Control Act, the coâ€"operation of all citizens is solicited‘in the elimination of these nuisance weeds. inquirigs and complaints should be directed to the undersigned at 634â€"5928 or 885â€"9540. N.A. Haufschild HOME & GARDEN throughout the season, the Regional Municipality may enter upon the said lands mmnmfimmmm".fl;â€"umhm,.-fl out in the Act. in the interest of public heaith, noxious weeds requiring eradication as appear Blackâ€"Seeded Proso Millet, Ragweed. Yerlow Rocket Sowâ€"Thiste (ammual _‘ Perennial), Cypress Spurge, Leafy Spurge, Bull Thistle, Canada Thistle. N Perenmen, Cypress Spurge. Leaty Spurge. Bull Thiatie. Canada Thistie, Nodding in the Regional Municipality of Waterioo, consisting of the Townships of North mmm.mnz.mmcmdm?m“ Cambridge, notice is hereby given to all persons in possession of land, in accordance with the Weed Eontroi Act, 1988, Chapter 51, Section 3, and Requiation 944, that unless noxious weeds growing on their lands within the uk ue t w ns w e ons Aedimeng ces ca c ng mgue uon The \ REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY ‘9 OF WATERLOO NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS TO DESTROY WEEDS _ of Waterioo are destroyed by date of June 2, 1990, and 6) c. Excessive moisture and temperature fluctuations can cause cracking and other paint failures when you use ordinary latex paint on exterior surfaces. Applying top quality acrylic latex paint will help protect against these trdublesome problems. 4) a. Mildewcide agents are commonly found im top quality acrylic latex exterior paints. _ 8) a. Pigment gives paint is color and hiding power. &t 5) b. In contrast to cilâ€"based paint, latex paint dries faster and cleans up easily with water. 7) a. Resins provide most duraâ€" bility characteristics in a paint. One hundred percent acrylic reâ€" sins provide outstanding adheâ€" sion to a variety of surfaces. 1) c. Paint should ideally be applied at 70 degrees F., although temperatures between 50 and 90 degrees F. are within the acceptâ€" able range. Humidity should be below 85 percent. 2) c. Pigment is one of the basic components of paint. Titanium dioxide is the most frequently used paint pigment and gives paint its whiteness. 3) b. Serving as the paint‘s binder, the acrylic resins enable the coating to last longer and retain its color. Give yourself three points for each correct answer. c. The level of extenders formuâ€" lated into the paint. ANSWER KEY c. A compound that softens old paint or varnish. 8) A paint‘s hiding power is provided by ... a. The pigment in the paint. b. The amount of thinner in the e. Excessive moisture and temâ€" perature flunctuations. T A resin is ... a. A natural or synthetic material that forms the paint film. b. The tough covering that forms on paint if the container‘s lid is not tightly closed. of Waterioo |sAME LOCATION 24 vEars] NOâ€"WAX VINYL B NYLON FOAM OUTDOOR C OLuINIE BACKED CARPET CARPET As Low As Ideal for kitchen, bathrooms Nine patterns and colors to rec rooms. cottages choose from in stock 899 w 649 hal 399 > oBaO SALE Cld As And Up THE ORIGINAL CARPET INDOOR OUTDOOR corrace Over 4 acres of colofl'n\splendor. 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