Expert Recommended Interior Paint Type

Interior Paint Type

Is it that time of the year to refresh your home’s interior with a new paint, but you are undecided on what type to use for every room? If your home is up for re-painting, whether you’re thinking of hiring a professional or dare to do the task yourself, our painting pro’s recommended the top paint selections to consider for your home painting project. 

You can get color inspiration everywhere — a fancy cocktail, a pair of blue suede shoes or a flower garden. Paint shops would know how to match any color you bring them, so consider painting for your personality; use your imagination and consider these types of paints for best results: 

 

Living room or bedroom  

An eggshell or satin paint compliments these rooms. 

 

A bedroom door 

Use a semi-gloss paint that can endure the constant handling and can be washed. Also, to apply the paint, use a 4-inch-wide roller and then go back over it with a brush to get rid of any roller marks. 

 

Hallways 

A satin finish is a must for high traffic areas to withstand the dreaded marks left by rubs and bumps when people walk down the hall. Satin also stays clean, as the dirt doesn’t grasp to the smooth surface compared to a flat finish. If you have a flat finish, you’ll see finger prints and it won’t easily come off. 

 

Ceiling 

To reduce light glare and hide imperfections, use flat paint on ceiling. 

 

Baseboards/Trims

Experts recommend semi-gloss as it is easy to clean and offers a bit of sheen. 

 

Kitchen 

Use a semi-gloss or satin paint, which are easier to wipe down. 

If your kitchen cabinets are still in good condition, they can be painted to suit your style or upgrade a dated finish. If you want to tackle the job yourself, you should first clean by scrubbing and lightly sanding the cabinets then apply a primer and finish with enamel paint. 

 

Bathroom  

Use a satin or eggshell sheen to help fend off watermarks. Most homeowners think the higher the sheen, the more washable it is. On the contrary, this is not true. Never use a semi-gloss in bathrooms as its way too shiny. What’s true is that the higher the sheen, the more obvious and easier it is to see the imperfections. Don’t use anything higher than a satin or eggshell, and invest a little bit more for prime quality paints as they are more durable. 

 

Over wallpaper 

To save money, home builders recommend applying primer over the wallpaper, even out any joints and then paint instead of removing the wallpaper. Over time, the paper would become part of the wall so much so, that it becomes part of the drywall. It just doesn’t easily strip off and the damage you do to the drywall isn’t worth it. 

And whatever type of paint you choose, avert the cheapest selections. The expert says, “A fundamental element to success is to use high-quality primer and paint products.” 

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