What paints work best when using the Paint Pad method?
The interior paints (latex) that I find that work best for use with a paint pad (depending on the variables) are paints that have good flow properties. Generally, if the paint flows well off of a brush and into the pores (not to be confused with it being runny), then it may glide well off of the pad. I have been pressured to use quite a few cheap paints and find that they work my arms harder, but it still outdoes a roller and brush (timewise) in various conditions. Paints with a flat sheen (or finish) will work, but don’t seem to flow as well. Latex enamel paints work good with a pad–but keep a wet edge or you will marr the finish. I find that in exterior conditions, high quality (water based acrylic) exterior paints seem to be friendly to apply also. If the paint seems to not flow as well as you like, try adding a little Floetrol–a latex paint conditioner (make sure you read the directions on the container first). I do not want to name any particular brands of paint at this point be
