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Whether you’re refreshing your home’s look or to prepare for a sale, the residential painting process can raise a lot of questions. How do you know which paint finish is best, and whether you need to prepare the walls a certain way? It seems like everyone has an opinion, which can make it hard to know what’s true. The following guide gets to the bottom of some of the most common myths about house painting.

What Your Interior Painting Contractors Wish You Knew

1. Myth: You Always Need Two Coats

residential paintingWith a quality primer and a reputable paint brand, one coat of paint may be enough. However, one coat of quality paint isn’t enough for a light color over a dark color. For example, you may need two layers if you paint light yellow over a deep purple. Paint a test swatch before you start. Get an idea of how many times to apply your paint.

2. Myth: You Should Follow Rigid Color Rules

Many guides recommend that you avoid dark colors in residential painting, as they can make a room look smaller. However, you can also balance a room and add variety by darkening one or two walls. Similarly, leaving your trim white is the usual rule of thumb, but colored trim can be very appealing as long as it goes well with your color scheme. Modern designs break these rules more and more frequently with beautiful results.

3. Myth: Glossy Paint Is More Durable

In the past, this was true. Experts recommended high gloss paints for damp areas like bathrooms and kitchens to make the paint last longer. However, paint quality has improved over the years, thanks to acrylic polymers and other binding agents. Now choose whatever finish you want for long-lasting bathroom and kitchen paint.

 

If it’s time for your next residential painting project, get professional results with Suburban Painting Co. in Lexington, KY. They’ve served Fayette County for over 35 years and take pride in their attention to detail. No matter how long the project takes, you can count on them being on time and cleaning up after each visit to your home. Call (859) 276-1139 to request a quote or get in touch online to learn more about their home improvement services.

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