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House Painting Vocabulary

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Definition
First Letter
Term
Paint created from a group of plastics, and known for its color and gloss.
A
Acrylic
A chemical introduced to paint to change its properties or add new ones.
A
Additive
The attachment of dry paint to the painted surface.
A
Adhesion
The formation of bubbles in paint during preparation.
A
Aeration
To transform paint into particles or mist using a paint gun.
A
Atomize
The initial layer in a multiple-part paint application.
B
Base
The protective and decorative trim at the bottom edge of a wall.
B
Baseboard
A component in paint that holds it together and allows adhesion.
B
Binder
Discoloration in a new coat of paint caused by an old application of paint showing through.
B
Bleeding
The formation of bubbles under the surface of a paint coat.
B
Blistering
An paint additive that speeds drying time. Also called an activator, accelerator, or curing agent.
C
Catalyst
Small cracks marring paint’s surface, caused by the natural aging of the wood under the paint.
C
Checking
How well a paint spreads over the surface.
C
Coverage
The peeling of paint, also called flaking.
D
Delamination
Any substance used to fill in dents and damage or to smooth masonry.
F
Filler
The amount that paint reflects light.
G
Gloss
The removal of flaws via mechanical sanding.
G
Grinding
A clear coat of paint that dries quickly.
L
Lacquer
The use of tape and other coverings to prevent paint from applying to certain areas.
M
Masking
Paint ingredient that provides the paint’s color.
P
Pigment
Paint designed to prepare a surface for other coats.
P
Primer
Thin, downward ribbons of paint, also caused sags, caused by paint being too thin or by paint being applied too thickly.
R
Runs
Paint that prevents interactions between coats.
S
Sealer
The surface to be painted.
S
Substrate
Finishing or decorative molding.
T
Trim
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2 Comments
Bletsch
+2
Level 71
Apr 6, 2026
That was interesting. Hope I don't have to do any painting any time soon!
arjaygee
+1
Level 76
Apr 6, 2026
Some things are just better left to professionals … or to someone you don’t like who owes you a favor.
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