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Painting your house can be a fun project, especially if you involve all members of your family in doing so. However, for people who are inexperienced in terms of painting, there are many things you need to think about. First of all, when you go to the local hardware store to buy paint, you’ll be surprised at the many different types of cans available. You shouldn’t just buy a paint can from the shelf and think it’s going to do the trick. It’s important that you know your paint finishes well and are able to distinguish between them to ensure that you choose the right paint finish for the different rooms in your house. Here are a few key things that will help you distinguish between different paint finishes.
High Gloss
One of the most durable paint finishes is the high-gloss finish, which is also immensely easy to clean. It’s pretty hard in texture, extremely shiny, and reflects light very well. High gloss paints are most commonly applied in areas you will touch with sticky fingers, such as doors and cabinets. However, due to the intensity of the shine, this paint finish isn’t suitable for use on interior walls. On top of that, you should also know that the paint will show every bump and roll on the wall, so you need to prepare the wall carefully before applying the paint.
Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paints are generally good for rooms where the moisture levels are too high. It’s also suitable for areas where grease stains are quite common and is ideal for trim that has to take a great deal of abuse. Ideally, this type of paint is suitable for chair rails and kitchen and bathroom walls. It’s also quite durable, so you don’t have to worry about the paint getting damaged any time soon.
Flat/ Matte Paint
Matte paint is ideal for use in adult bedrooms and almost all other interior rooms. Rather than reflect the light, which can reveal bumps and marks on the walls, flat or matte paint actually soaks up the light and hides those marks and bumps. On top of that, it has a greater amount of pigment to provide maximum coverage. If you are on a budget and have to cover a larger area, opting for flat or matte paint is a good idea. However, compared to other types of paints, this one is slightly tough to clean. In most cases, the paint will come off with the grime as well.
Satin
Satin has a pretty nice luster that most would describe as a velvety texture. However, while satin looks extremely good, one of its biggest drawbacks is that it reveals all of the flaws of its application, such as clear brush strokes or roller strokes. Applying touch-ups, later on, can be a really tricky task, so you have to be very careful. These are some of the different types of paint finishes you should know about.
Jeff Sommers is a vibrant and experienced professional, having been at the helm of ESP Painting, Inc. for 27 remarkable years. As President, he has become an esteemed leader in the Commercial & Residential Construction industry in Oregon, United States. His experience has seen him gain valuable insight and knowledge, making him an invaluable asset to ESP Painting and its customers. With a bubbly personality and upbeat attitude, Jeff always looks ahead to the future as he continues his leadership journey toward success.
