how do i thin Rust-oleum door paint

Dont use acetone. You have to use xylene to thin epoxy. You can only thin this paint down to 5%. Any more than that and the finish will have a cracked look where the xylene will evaporate to quickly. This paint is very hard to use on smooth surfaces and get a good finish.

this paint is sticky and hard to use ,what can I thin it out with?

if you have never used an oil based paint before you should consult someone at a local hardware store before starting your project. This type of paint, compared to latex, will seem sticky and harder to use. This oil based paint is 'rigid' to produce shine and be very durable to wear. If it really is thicker than it should be you can obtain an OIL BASED PAINT THINNER at your local hardware store. You may want to have someone experienced in oil based paints evaluate your can to see if it really does need thinning. Otherwise, yes, the product you need is usually called Paint Thinner, but could be called laquer thinner as well. You would also need product (or mineral spirits) to clean your pans/brushes or rollers. Unlike latex based paint products which dominate the market these days, soap and water cannot be used to clean up the applicators or any spills. You MUST use the appropriate oil based thinner for thinning and clean up with this product. However you should expect this to be thicker and more difficult to work with than latex based paint - if you thin it too much it will not dry properly and the durability of the product will be greatly reduced. Since this is door paint the durability factor is extremely important if you want it to withstand traffic, scratches, etc. and for your door to look nice many months or years down the road. You should also read ALL the precautions about saftety on the can as this will be high in VOC's and must be used with proper ventilation. If you are sensitive to chemical VOC's you may want to wear a respirator mask while using it and make sure that you are able to ventilate the area for 24 hours following use. This does not dry as fast as latex products and will 'stink' much longer than latex based paints as well.

Brand	Rust-Oleum
Color	Cranberry
Finish Type	Semi-Gloss
Size	32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Item Volume	32 Fluid Ounces
Special Feature	Rust Resistant
Unit Count	32.0 Fl Oz
Paint Type	Enamel
Specific Uses For Product	Interior/Exterior
Surface Recommendation	Fiberglass,Metal,Wood
Indoor/Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Item Form	Liquid
Included Components	Rust-Oleum 238314 Door Paint, Cranberry, 1-Quart
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Is Waterproof	Maybe
Model Name	Stops Rust Front Door Paint
Package Information	Can
Color Code	Red
Full Cure Time	2 Hours
Coverage	105 sq ft
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
UPC	020066159306
Global Trade Identification Number	00020066159306
Manufacturer	Rust-Oleum
Part Number	238314
Item Weight	2.55 pounds
Product Dimensions	5 x 5 x 5 inches
Item model number	238314
Finish	Semi-Gloss
Material	Liquid
Item Package Quantity	1
Special Features	Rust Resistant
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No

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