FARM DAIRYING 



hints on painting. Do not paint in very cold or 

 very hot weather. The lumber should be free 

 from moisture. Work the paint well into the grain 

 of the wood. Have the paint for the first coat 

 rather thin and let it become thoroughly dry 

 before applying the second. Two coats are usually 

 sufficient. If oil paint cannot be afforded, a dur- 

 able whitewash is a good substitute. It makes 

 old buildings look " most as good as new." 



A stable should be whitewashed inside at least 

 every fall. The lime disinfects and sweetens and 

 brightens every corner, and adds to the self- 

 respect of the farmer. Whitewash well strained 

 is quickly applied with a small force-spray pump, 

 or may be put on with a broom. 



WHITEWASH FOR OUTSIDE OF BUILDING 



Slake in boihng water J4 bushel of lime. Strain 

 so as to remove all sediment. Add 2 pounds of 

 sulphate of zinc, i pound common salt, and J/$ 

 pound whiting, thoroughly dissolved. Mix to 

 proper consistency with skim-milk and apply hot. 

 If white is not desired, add enough coloring mat- 

 ter to produce the desired shade. 



This is much cheaper than paint and gives the 

 buildings and fences to which it is applied a very 

 attractive appearance. 



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