Although acrylic paint tends to dry quickly, several techniques and additives can extend wet time. This Information Sheet discusses how acrylic paints cure and describes how that process can be controlled and manipulated to an artist’s advantage. The Acrylic Drying Process Water is Forced Out by Capillary Action: Acrylics dry as the vehicle that … Read more
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If you would rather not flush water laden with acrylic paint solids down the drain, they can be removed prior to disposing of the water. This process consists of chemically treating the contaminated water to cause the solids to flocculate, followed by filtering to remove them from the water. The materials and equipment needed are … Read more
Please don’t be disappointed, but this article is really about the best alternatives for disposing of wastes generated while painting. I know it is a lousy trick, but the Editor insists on captivating headlines. However, there are real benefits to doing a good job with waste management practices, and if you stay till the end … Read more
