Latex Paint
Latex paint is a water-based architectural coating made with a synthetic polymer binder. It is commonly used on interior and exterior building surfaces.
Painter
Juan Torres
DIY Home Improvement Guy
Juan Torres is a painting contractor and educator known for interior painting, cabinet refinishing, drywall repair, spray application, and home-improvement instruction.
Juan Torres quick facts
Review key details about Juan Torres's painting business, residential work, cabinet refinishing, preparation methods, spray application, and practical DIY education.
| Based in | Albany and New York's Capital Region |
|---|---|
| Company | 518 Painters |
| Known as | DIY Home Improvement Guy |
| Practice | Residential interior painting and repaints, kitchen cabinet painting and refinishing, popcorn-ceiling removal, minor drywall repair, touch-ups, and some commercial painting |
| Content platforms | TikTok, YouTube, Clapper, and the 518 Painters blog |
| Paint-related medium | Latex and water-based architectural paint, plus urethane enamel for trim, doors, and cabinets |
| Common techniques | Masking, brushing, rolling, cutting in, spraying, patching, priming, cabinet refinishing, and ceiling painting |
| Teaching focus | Choosing the right product and process, surface preparation, tools, application technique, and approachable DIY problem-solving |
Sources: 518 Painters: About Juan, 518 Painters: Services, Times Union: Meet Juan Torres, and Times Union: Paint like a pro.
Paint types used
See the paint types documented in Torres's work, with links to PaintZeal references explaining each coating's properties, uses, and working characteristics.
Enamel Paint
Enamel paint is a broad category of coatings designed to form a hard and durable finish. Modern enamels may use either oil-based or water-based binders.
Surface types used
See the surface types documented in Torres's work, with links to PaintZeal references explaining how each substrate behaves and is prepared for painting.
Drywall
Drywall is a building panel made with a gypsum core faced with paper. Joint compound covers seams and repairs, creating areas with different absorbency.
Wood
Wood is a natural, porous material with grain patterns and absorbency that vary by species and cut. Its surface may also contain knots, resin, or an existing finish.