Saturday, January 30, 2010
8:19 PM
Are you new to DIY projects? Do you think it is the time to master a new skill? Do you feel that your house needs a new facelift? Then it may be the time for you to paint your house. But if you go to your local hardware store to pick up paint, you may get overwhelmed by the choices available. So how do you pick the right paint for your project?
Latex and alkyd paints are the two most common interior paint types. Latex is also known as water based and it is primarily used for walls and rough surfaces. In contrast, alkyd paints are oil based and they are mainly used for materials such as wood, plastic and metal. Latex based paints are easier to clean with water and they get dried fast.
Latex based paints are the best choice for walls and ceilings. They come in a variety of finishes ranging from a matte finish to high-gloss. Flat finish paints can hide imperfections and therefore gives a good impression at the end.
Semi to high gloss finish paints often resist water and therefore ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. These paints are good for kid's rooms because of the ease of maintenance. They are also suited for some doors and windows.
When mixing paints it is a good idea to mix the paint to cover the whole surface area such as the wall or the ceiling. This way you will save time and most importantly, you will not end up with a wall with multiple shades of the same colour. Alternatively, you can keep a precise measuring cup and note down the quantities which were initially mixed.
Latex and alkyd paints are the two most common interior paint types. Latex is also known as water based and it is primarily used for walls and rough surfaces. In contrast, alkyd paints are oil based and they are mainly used for materials such as wood, plastic and metal. Latex based paints are easier to clean with water and they get dried fast.
Latex based paints are the best choice for walls and ceilings. They come in a variety of finishes ranging from a matte finish to high-gloss. Flat finish paints can hide imperfections and therefore gives a good impression at the end.
Semi to high gloss finish paints often resist water and therefore ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. These paints are good for kid's rooms because of the ease of maintenance. They are also suited for some doors and windows.
When mixing paints it is a good idea to mix the paint to cover the whole surface area such as the wall or the ceiling. This way you will save time and most importantly, you will not end up with a wall with multiple shades of the same colour. Alternatively, you can keep a precise measuring cup and note down the quantities which were initially mixed.
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