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Learn the basics of exterior paint and coatings, both traditional and modern, before approaching your next big paint project. Led by experts from Sherwin-Williams and South Bend TradeWorks, the presentation will cover preparation, repairs, priming, coatings (including differences between oil, latex, and linseed oil paints), and best practices for achieving a long-lasting paint job on your historic property. Participants can choose between two workshop times: July 2 at 12:00 p.m. EDT or July 2 at 6:00 p.m. EDT. The workshop lasts approximately 1.5 hours. St. Joseph County Public Library Community Learning Center is an accessible venue. Questions? Contact north@indianalandmarks.org. This event is one in a series of trades training workshops presented by Indiana Landmarks and South Bend TradeWorks aimed at equipping historic homeowners with DIY knowledge and contractors with in-demand skills to offer clients with historic building repair needs. TICKETS Tickets cost $25/general public; $20/Indiana Landmarks members; and $10/students (high school, college, or vocational school). Make your reservation at www.indianalandmarks.org/.../paint-and-coatings.../ or by calling 317-639-4534 or 800-450-4534.
