How To Choose Paint Types For Interior Painting
Interior painting isn't just about making color choices, it's also about knowing what type of paint to use where. Have you found yourself at the store, looking through rows and rows of paint to where you're left confused about what type to buy?
Take a look at some of the basic information below that our interior painting contractors at 89-Paint have put together for you. We'll cover the basic paint types and where they are most commonly used, and give you a few pointers to help your project turn out right. At the very least, you'll learn how to choose paint types for the major portion of your interior painting project.
Paint Types For Painting Interior Walls
Eggshell wall paint - Eggshell is generally an off-white color paint with a very low sheen. It is one of the most common types of paint for the interior ceilings and walls because it cleans better than a flat or matte paint. Plus, it stands up to normal wear and tear better.
Flat (or matte) wall paint - Flat paint is also a very common type of wall paint and ceiling paint. There is no sheen (or gloss) to flat paint, which is nice where you don't want a bunch of reflective surfaces that light bounces off of. It also makes a room look softer to the eye.
Paint Types For Bathroom Painting
Stay away from flat paint in the bathroom - The most inappropriate paint you could choose for bathroom painting is flat paint. While it is pretty, it won't do well with the moisture that is generated from showering and bathing in the bathroom. The most common issue with flat paint in the bathroom is texture peeling. The drywall texture underneath the paint will eventually get exposed to the moisture in the bathroom and will start peeling away from the wall. Plus, mold problems often start around the wall joints and in the crevices.
Satin paint for bathrooms - Satin paint is a great choice for painting bathrooms. It has a low-enough sheen to reflect light from windows or light fixtures yet doesn't glare in your face. Let the mirrors and any shiny hardware or décor shine the most and let your satin paint compliment the ensemble.
Glossy paint for bathrooms - Glossy paint can look marvelous in bathrooms when paired with glass tile, mirrors, and other reflective surfaces. In fact, your bathroom can get an amazing modern look with gloss paint! Just be selective in your design and add some contrasting textures to create some warmth in the room. Maybe some nice bronze fixtures or some fluffy throw rugs would do the trick?
Paint Types For Door Painting
The type of paint that is best to use for doors will depend on what the door is made of. If you have a pretty wooden front door, you may prefer to stain it rather than to paint it. If your door is made of metal, many painting contractors will recommend that you go with an oil-based paint with rust inhibitors. Be sure to choose a premium primer and paint.
A good water-based 100% acrylic paint is fine for painting interior doors made of vinyl or wood. Usually, these doors are hollow. Make sure you fill any holes or cracks with putty, sand it smooth, and then use a good water-based primer before painting. Otherwise, the paint probably won't adhere to the door well.