Buying Interior House Paint

Buying interior house paint should be a simple task, just pick the color and know your budget range, then walk into any hardware store or home depot and take the necessary can, right? Well, it is never that easy. The ever expanding varieties and shades of paint coupled with the persistent pitch by sales people either through adverts or one on one in the local store are enough to leave even the most resolute and confident person reeling in confusion. We have thus compiled eight of the most frequently asked questions with regards to buying interior house paint for the benefit of the discerning house painter.

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  1. Does the size of the room affect the color of the paint chosen?
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    Yes it does. Color has a great bearing on the perception of size. Lighter colors generally create a roomy atmosphere and can therefore be utilized to make small rooms more spacious. Darker colors on the other hand tend to create a cozy atmosphere, thus can be utilized to make very large rooms appear to be cozier and smaller than their actual size.

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  2. Should furniture be a consideration when choosing interior house paint?
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    Definitely yes. The paint and the furniture in a room combine to give it character and define its' ambience. The two should thus complement each other, and the color and texture of paint chosen should factor in the color and texture of the furniture to be used in the specific room.

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  3. Where do the architectural features of a room feature in interior house painting?
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    Paint can either hide or accentuate the features of a room. Depending on the architectural features of the said room, you may want to vary the intensity and hues of the paint chosen to complement features such as the trim, brackets, molding and columns in the room.

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  4. How does one choose the right color?
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    Well, choosing the right color is a tricky affair as it depends entirely on the preferences of the person who will be using the room. He or she should choose the color that they are most comfortable with, one that complements and defines their individuality and character.

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  5. What is the best paint to use in interior house painting, water or oil?
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    The type of paint used is dependent on the preferences and the budget of the person buying the paint. However, water based paints tend to be much easier to clean up, wear better over time and have less odor than oil based paints, thus are a better choice for interior house painting.

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  6. Is price a factor in the quality of paint available?
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    Unfortunately yes, it is. Top quality paint costs more that the economy variety, even if sourced from the same brand. In this case, it is better to incur slightly higher costs but get a paint that will give you better service and value in the long run.

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  7. Which is the best way of choosing a paint finish?
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    Choosing a paint finish is dependent on a factors such as the traffic expected and whether you want to accentuate or mute the features of the room with the paint. A flat finish is ideal for low traffic areas of a room such as ceilings, and where surface imperfections may be visible. Satin, egg-shell and low luster finishes on the other hand are ideal for high traffic areas as they are easy to clean and give off a sheen. Semi-gloss or gloss finishes are good for accentuating features of a room but can emphasize surface imperfections.

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  8. How does the function of a room affect the paint chosen?
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    When buying interior house paint, the function of a room should be the core factor taken into consideration. A cool hue will create a private and personal atmosphere, thus would be appropriate for bedrooms and other private areas in the house, while warm hues create a welcoming, comfortable and inviting atmosphere which is better suited for the living room.

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