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Acrylic Paint Guides — ART IST Paint
08.08.2026
How to Thin Acrylic Paint: Using Water and Mediums
How do you correctly thin acrylic paint with water and mediums? A technical guide to ratios, what to use on which sur...
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05.08.2026
Painting Wooden Kitchenware: Spoons, Plates and Boards (with Food Safety)
How do you paint wooden spoons, chopping boards and serving items? The food safety rule, choosing the right paint and...
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02.08.2026
The Art of Mandala and Stone Painting: A Beginner's Guide
How do you start stone painting and mandala designs? A beginner's guide to choosing stones, the dotting technique, a ...
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30.07.2026
Decorative Wall Painting Ideas and Techniques
Give your walls character with a feature wall, geometric patterns, murals and metallic accents. 10 decorative ideas, ...
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27.07.2026
Canvas Painting: An Acrylic Guide for Beginners
How do you start canvas painting with acrylic? A beginner's guide with a materials list, colour mixing, a step-by-ste...
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24.07.2026
How to Paint on Fabric: A Textile Painting Guide
How do you paint fabric with acrylic and make it survive the wash? A complete guide to textile medium, heat setting, ...
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21.07.2026
A Guide to Painting Plastic: A Finish That Won't Flake
How do you paint plastic so it lasts? Types of plastic, surface cleaning, sanding, priming, the right paint, varnishi...
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18.07.2026
How to Paint Metal, with Rust-Prevention Tips
How do you paint metal so it lasts? A complete guide to rust removal, degreasing, priming, choosing the right paint, ...
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15.07.2026
How to Paint Wood with Acrylic: A Step-by-Step Guide
How do you paint wood with acrylic? A complete step-by-step guide for beginners: surface preparation, sanding, primin...
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12.07.2026
How to Distress Paint: A Vintage Look in 5 Steps
A vintage feel for a new piece: an easy distressing technique in 5 steps, using water-based paints.
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09.07.2026
Which Paint for Which Surface? A Surface Guide to Water-Based Acrylic
From wood to glass, metal to plastic: a short guide to applying water-based acrylic paint to any surface.
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06.07.2026
Painting Pots and Vases: New Life for Your Greenery in 6 Steps
Turn ordinary pots and vases into elegant décor in 6 steps. Choosing the right paint, preparing the surface, pattern,...
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