What is the difference between a solvent and a thinner?
A thinner is generally used to thin a liquid finish while a solvent is used to dissolve an existing finish that has been... More »
What is the difference between two paints?
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Different types of paint with have different amounts of solids and resins in it. Some even come with warranties from 15 years to a lifetime.
What is the difference between a wood stain and a varnish?
A wood stain is used to change the appearance of the wood, such as to bring out the definition in the wood grain or match the look of... More »
What’s the difference between a file and a rasp?
A file is generally used to smooth metal, where a rasp is specifically designed for shaping... More »
What’s the difference between hardwood and a softwood?
The biological answer is that hardwoods produce seeds with some sort of covering, such as a fruit or a nut. Softwoods produce seeds with no... More »
What is the difference between a caulk and a sealant?
Although “caulk” and “sealant” are often used interchangeably, a sealant is generally a high-performance caulk. A product that meets or... More »
What is the difference between a floodlight and a spotlight?
The floodlight will have a broader light pattern, and a spotlight will focus on a more narrow... More »
What is the difference between regular and Type X wallboard?
To be a type X wallboard, the board must be made by adding noncombustible fibers with the gypsum. The fibers help the board to be more fire... More »
What’s the difference between shoe molding and quarter-round?
Quarter-round molding is a full quarter circle and the sides are the same length. Shoe molding, on the other hand, does not have an even length on... More »
What is the difference between ceramic and porcelain tile?
Porcelain is made from a more dense clay and kiln fired at higher temperatures. This means porcelain has a higher scratch resistance, durability and... More »
What’s the difference between a putty knife and a paint scraper?
They both look the same? Scrapers are too stiff for the efficient application of compounds. Putty knives are to flexible for... More »
