| White-lead, ground in oil | 75. lbs. |
| Lampblack | 1 lb. |
| Boiled linseed oil | 23. lbs. |
| Litharge | 0.5 lb. |
| Japan varnish | 0.5 lb. |
| Spirits turpentine | 2.5 lbs. |
The lampblack and litharge are ground separately upon the stone, in oil, then stirred into the white-lead and oil; the turpentine and varnish are added as the paint is required for use, or when it is packed in kegs for transportation.
Black paint.
| Lampblack | 28 lbs. |
| Litharge | 1 lb. |
| Japan varnish | 1 lb. |
| Linseed oil, boiled | 73 lbs. |
| Spirits turpentine | 1 lb. |
Grind the lampblack in oil; mix it with the oil, then grind the litharge in oil and add it, stirring it well into the mixture. The varnish and turpentine are added last.
This paint is used for the iron-work of carriages.
Paint for tarpaulins.
A square yard takes 2 lbs. for three coats.
| 1. Olive.— | Liquid olive color | 100 lbs. |
| Beeswax | 6 lbs. | |
| Spirits turpentine | 6 lbs. |
Dissolve the beeswax in the spirits of turpentine, with a gentle heat, and mix the paint warm.