calcimine (Meaning)
calcimine (n)
a water-base paint containing zinc oxide and glue and coloring; used as a wash for walls and ceilings
calcimine (v)
cover with calcimine
calcimine (n.)
A white or colored wash for the ceiling or other plastering of a room, consisting of a mixture of clear glue, Paris white or zinc white, and water.
calcimine (v. t.)
To wash or cover with calcimine; as, to calcimine walls.
Synonyms & Antonyms of calcimine
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calcimine Sentence Examples
- The walls of the old house were coated with a layer of calcimine, giving them a chalky appearance.
- To freshen up the room, they decided to apply a new coat of calcimine paint.
- The restoration project required stripping off layers of calcimine to reveal the original brickwork beneath.
- The historic building's interior was meticulously restored, including the use of authentic calcimine paint.
- Before repainting, they had to scrape off the flaking calcimine from the ceiling.
- The calcimine used in the early 20th century contained lead, posing health risks during renovation.
- Despite its durability, calcimine paint tends to crack and peel over time.
- The craftsmen carefully mixed the calcimine powder with water to create a smooth paint consistency.
- The restoration team had to research historical techniques to properly replicate the application of calcimine paint.
- After applying several coats of calcimine, the walls took on a soft, matte finish characteristic of the era.
FAQs About the word calcimine
a water-base paint containing zinc oxide and glue and coloring; used as a wash for walls and ceilings, cover with calcimineA white or colored wash for the ceili
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The walls of the old house were coated with a layer of calcimine, giving them a chalky appearance.
To freshen up the room, they decided to apply a new coat of calcimine paint.
The restoration project required stripping off layers of calcimine to reveal the original brickwork beneath.
The historic building's interior was meticulously restored, including the use of authentic calcimine paint.
