Top Quality
Paint Is a Smart Investment
Does
quality really matter when selecting interior latex paint? You
bet it does, say experts at the Paint Quality Institute. And
the benefits are apparent from the time you pick up your brush
or roller. One
of the first things you'll notice is that high quality interior
latex paint goes on smoothly and evenly, so that brush and
roller marks "flow out" and virtually disappear. You will
also notice that this type of paint will have little or no
spatter as you apply it with a roller, avoiding those droplets
that could splash on your face, clothes or other nearby surfaces,
and also saving time on cleanup.
Something
else is apparent as your apply a quality latex paint -- what
the experts call "sag resistance." Sagging occurs when paint
droops between the time it is applied and the time it dries,
leaving an uneven coating with a thick lower edge that can
make the paint job look sloppy. Quality paints contain special
ingredients that minimize this sagging tendency.
High
quality interior latex paints also tend to hide well, so you
frequently can get good coverage with just one coat, compared
with two or more coats that may be needed when using ordinary
interior paint, particularly satin and semigloss types. As
a result, even though better quality latex paints cost more
per gallon, you might actually spend less on the job -- and
save time and labor -- by applying a somewhat costlier, but
higher quality coating.
As
time passes, you'll appreciate the fact that quality latex
paints -- especially those with higher sheen or gloss -- are
exceptional at resisting dirt and stains. And they stand up,
even after repeated washing or scrubbing. So, an interior
painting project done with high quality paint will continue
to look great, year after year.
To
determine which interior latex paints are top quality products,
just ask the salesperson for the best grade of paint in your
favorite manufacturer's product line. This will normally be
the most expensive paint in the line, but it will also provide
the best long-term value.
For
more information on paints and painting, visit the Paint Quality
Institute Web site at www.paintquality.com.
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