Painting - lighten dark latex paint
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mspriss
05-11-02, 06:42 AM
I have painted an accent wall and would like to use same color (cafe aulait) but in a much lighter shade. Can I use a tint (lightener) to achieve a pale creamed coffee color since I have quite a bit of paint left over? Thanks for any suggestions.
fewalt
05-11-02, 07:08 AM
mspriss,
If you desire a lighter shade of the same color, just purchase some white of the same brand and mix in till you reach the shade you like.
fred
If you desire a lighter shade of the same color, just purchase some white of the same brand and mix in till you reach the shade you like.
fred
mspriss
05-11-02, 07:20 AM
Thanks, Fred, good idea since I should not dilute all of the dark paint in the event I need a touchup. Appreciate your quick response - today's the day.