Types of Paint

Are you ready to start your home-improvement project? Do you have the finishes, furniture and appliances ordered? Then this is a great time to settle on paint. The color of your room will greatly add to the atmosphere you want to achieve. So, before you head off to Home Depot, Lowes, or your local paint shop, let’s talk paint. In this article, we’ll tell you all about the types of paint and their finishes so you’re prepared when the time comes for your next big project.

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When choosing paint, it’s good to be mindful of how much light will reflect off the surface of that wall once finished. The sheen also comes with an added bonus: durability. Below, we’ve listed the five types of paint you’re likely to encounter:

Matte (or Flat)

This paint absorbs light and therefore, it has no sheen. It’s not the most durable paint out there and it’s usually best reserved for areas where it won’t be touched much, ie: formal dining areas and ceilings. It will, however, give you more bang for your buck in terms of coverage.

Eggshell

Eggshell is low-sheen, a little more durable and it’s able to cover up imperfections the way matte paint does. For this reason, it’s become one of the more popular finishes out there. If you’re repainting your living room or hallways, this might be the best finish.

Satin

Heralded as one of the most common interior paint finishes, paints with a satin finish are much easier to clean than matte or eggshell. It’s best for high traffic rooms like playrooms, living rooms and kitchens. The only downside is that because of its sheen, it will make touch ups slightly more difficult than paints with a duller finish.

Semi-Gloss

Because this paint contains a higher amount of resin than the other paints, it’s extremely durable and mildew resistant which makes it a popular choice for rooms like kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. Like satin finish, because of semi-gloss’ sheen, it does make touch ups a little more challenging so be sure to keep that in mind if you go with this paint.

High-Gloss

This is by far the most durable and washable paint but it’s also the shiniest. It’s recommended that high-gloss paint be reserved for cabinetry, trim and doors. Because of its resilience, it’s also perfect for outdoor use on shutters and window casings.

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The last bit of information we have for you is: before you start painting, you may want to consider using primer. This will even out your painting surface and help the paint adhere better to the wall. Latex primers are best for drywall, plaster, and concrete surfaces.

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