Picking the right paint for your project Questions to ask yourself before starting BY ANGELES MILLWORK & HARTNAGEL BUIDLING SUPPLY When working at a paint counter, the question most often asked is, “What kind of paint should I buy?” The answer to that question is different with each customer, but it can usually be determined by considering three factors:
1. Where are you using the paint? 2. How much protection does the painted surface require? 3. How long would you like the sheen to last? By answering these three questions, you can narrow your focus to a few choices with minimal effort.
WHERE ARE YOU USING THE PAINT?
We can answer this question in two parts. The first consideration is whether you are painting
inside or outside. Exterior paints and interior paints have different formulas created to make them protect and last in their intended environment. Exterior paints tend to focus on UV resistance and flexibility in order to avoid cracking as the temperature outside rises and falls. Interior paints tend to be more focused on washability and holdout (how long your sheen will last). Some paints are formulated to withstand frequent washing and scrubbing without much loss of sheen, whereas others are not. As a general rule, if you want a paint that will hold up to frequent scrubbing, avoid paints at the low end of the price spectrum. The second part of the question is what part of the building you will be painting. Most interior walls are painted in either an eggshell or satin sheen, whereas bathrooms and kitchens are typically painted in a semi-gloss to provide extra washability and protection. The higher the sheen level, the more protection your paint provides. This leads us to question No. 2… PAINT CONTINUES ON PAGE 18 >>
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