Painting Merit Badge
Overview
This merit badge provides an opportunity for Scouts to learn more about painting, including both the artistic and practical aspects.
Requirements
- (1) Explain the proper safety procedures to follow when preparing surfaces and applying coatings.
- (2) Do the following:
- (a) Explain three ways that coatings can improve a surface.
- (b) Explain the differences between oil-based paints, acrylic-based paints, and water-based paints.
- (c) Explain where you would apply enamel paint, flat paint, wood stain, and varnish, and explain the importance of sheen.
- (d) Tell why each is best for these uses.
- (3) Prepare and paint two different surfaces using patching materials or caulking and the proper primers and topcoats. Suggested projects include an interior or exterior wall, a door, a piece of furniture, a concrete wall or floor, a porch rail, or a fence. Your counselor must preapprove the projects.
- (4) Prepare and paint an item using harmonizing colors that you have selected using the color wheel in this pamphlet.
- (5) Show the right way to use, clean, maintain, and store painting equipment.
- (6) Explain the importance of ladder safety, personal hygiene, and the use of personal protective equipment when painting.
- (7) Explain some of the environmental and health issues concerning removing paint, applying paint, and discarding old paint.
- (8) Find out about career opportunities in the painting craft. Discuss the training and experience required, and explain why this profession might interest you.
Resources
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