BENEFITS OF WATER-BASED PRODUCTS:
Water-based coatings dry faster and there is very little to no odour emitted.
Water-based gives even better protection than solvent based (better resistance to the elements) andallows wooden surfaces to breathe.
Water based paints penetrates 3 times deeper into the wood than solvent based (it can penetrate up to 2mm into the wooden substrate), meaning the product will last much longer
Water-based products have greater elasticity than solvent-based products which is vital in harsh conditions where flexibility and forgiveness is required.
With water-based paint the clean-up and mixing is cheaper as thinners is not required – water is a sufficient solution to wash your tools and thin your paint.
For good drying ensure there is good air flow (ventilation) and some heat – don’t let it dry too fast (not too much heat) as this will create an orange peel finish – also be careful with heat near pine as it brings the resin out – don’t use heat lamps unless they are air blowers.