Paint Buying Guide
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Paint Buying Guide

Paint give a distinct characteristic to your home. The paint you choose tells a lot about your taste in general. It is that finishing touch that must not go wrong. The first step to make your home speak volumes about “you” is the colour and you might find it hard to decide on the exact colour. Here are a few tips that will make house painting a stress-free task.

Ask Your Painter about Low-VOC Options


Yes, that’s the first thing. Never choose aesthetics over health and always opt for paints that are low in VOC (volatile organic compounds). Paints that contain high levels of VOC give out fumes that can be quite detrimental to your health. According to the Department of the Environment the adverse effects can range from headaches to cancer. Ensure that the paint you opt for has permissible levels of VOC. A knowledgeable house painter will be able to give you a good insight.

Purchasing Paints: Think like a Painter and Decorator


Rely on well-known brands of paint and don’t let the price alone be the deciding factor. Ask your master painter for brand suggestions. Professional painters always look for the exact colour. For instance, never blindly ask for a lighter shade of a particular colour and purchase it.

You might end up disappointed when you actually take a look at the finished walls. Most businesses will offer you sample cans, which can be used on a foam core board. Make use of this option to know what you are taking home. Check out how the paint looks under the sunlight. It might not look the same as it does inside a room.