Buying a can of paint may seem like a relatively simple task—but once you arrive at the store and are faced with large shelves of seemingly endless choices, you’ll quickly discover that quite a bit of nuance goes into this selection! That said, you should want to be sure you’re buying paint that will deliver beautiful, lasting, high-quality results. Here’s a brief guide to help make this choice much easier so that you can go into your next house-painting project with the utmost confidence.
Choose the Best Paint Color
Did you know that of all the colors available, white and off-whites remain the top sellers for interior painting? But whether you prefer neutral colors or vibrant shades, you’ll want to zero in on your preferred color or scheme early on. Keep in mind that colors also tend to intensify over large areas, so it never hurts to go too light than too dark in a given shade. This is also why samples are so important—even the lighting at the paint store can affect your opinion of a particular color, so it’s wise to take some samples home with you or to even test out small batches yourself. When it comes to exterior colors, you can consider things like your home’s natural architecture, surrounding homes and structures, or even the very landscape itself—all can be complementary to your desired color scheme.
Find the Right Finish
Even though picking the correct color is one of the obvious decisions that homeowners need to make right off the bat, initially, it’s also important to consider which finish you’re planning on using. Sheens (or finishes) can vary, but they all affect your perception of color. They also factor into how often you’ll have to touch up your walls. Higher-gloss paint resists stains best and is easier to clean, whereas lower-gloss paints can easily hide dings and flaws because they absorb more light than they reflect. Matte, flat, eggshell, and satin variants are all popular.
Consider How Much Paint You’ll Need
It’s not feasible to guess how much paint you’ll need to purchase—this is sure to cause you to end up with far more or far less than you actually need! Most brands offer paint by the gallon, which can cover around 350 to 400 square feet when properly applied. You’ll want to measure the dimensions of every room you’re planning to paint and plug those numbers in to determine how much paint you should buy. For exterior projects, consider the outdoor dimensions of what’s being painted.
In any case, a professional painting service will be able to assist you with all of these things as you gear up for your next project, so if you still find yourself scratching your head when it comes to picking which paint to use, don’t hesitate to seek help from those with experience and savvy.
About Platinum Painting of Richardson
The talented team at Platinum Painting of Richardson has helped countless homeowners around Richardson and the surrounding areas with all kinds of paint projects, and they’d be happy to assist you next! If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to arrange a free in-home estimate, don’t hesitate to contact them today for further information or assistance. Telephone: (469) 965-1863.