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Differentiate Interior And Exterior Paint 

While there might not be a lot of difference in the physical appearance of these paints, different characteristics help distinguish them. Some things to look at include drying time, VOC levels, weather resistance, pigment quality, additives, cleanliness, and outgassing.


Interior paints are stain-resistant, washable, and abrasion-resistant. They also have no fungicides, cure without the help of sunlight, and have low VOC levels.


On the other hand, exterior paints have fungicides to prevent mold growth, resins for safe expansion, and high VOC levels. They also require sunlight to dry and are chip and water- resistant. 

Type Of Paint 

We advise clients to understand the type of surface they are painting and the room's purpose before choosing the best paint. 

Undersanding The Surface

  • Water-based paints

    These are the most common paints for indoor painting. They cure fast, don't have an unpleasant smell, are easy to clean and resist cracking.

  • Oil-based paints

    These are more durable than water-based paints but take longer to dry. They are suitable for high-traffic areas because they can withstand heat and are stain-resistant.

  • Aluminum paints

    These paints are made by mixing aluminum pigments and oil varnish. This gives them the property to reflect radiation from the sun but keep the heat.

  • Enamel paints

    Being oil-based, these paints are slow-drying but durable. They are suitable for walls that require protection and humid or wet areas.

  • Emulsion paints

    Most of these are water-based, meaning they are fast drying. They have strong color retention and rich texture. They are also alkali-resistant and durable.

  • Latex paints

    These are water-based paints made using synthetic latex and can be used on walls, concrete, and wood trim.

  • Acrylic paints

    Also water-based, these are popular because they are easy to apply and dry. They are also durable, making them suitable for high-traffic places.

  • Cement paints

    Water-based cement paints contain white cement plus other additives, making them resistant to fading caused by sunlight. They are primarily used for decoration, mostly on rough surfaces.

Paint Finish

Paint finishes make a big difference in how the surfaces look. The standard options are eggshell, gloss, matte, semi-gloss, and satin.

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Color Pigment

Using highly-pigmented colors helps us cover more space faster, reducing the number of coats needed. It helps cut down the project's time and cost.

Brand

Different brands use different materials to make their paints. Research various brands, read what clients say, and look at end products of projects that used that paint.

Get a Swatch

Before choosing a color or brand, we advise clients to get a swatch on a material similar to the one that they are painting. That gives them a clear picture of the results to expect.

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