who knows about where to use latex house paint?

[BradleyPrejean87]

Originally Posted by keakar

so there is no reason not to use exterior latex on the inside except for the finish being flat then?

I actually don't mind flat paint inside for bathrooms because the walls don't collect water and drip when it gets steamed up in there.

I hadn't thought about the finish question so im glad you mentioned it, i'll have to buy some semi gloss for doing the ceilings and doors and i'll have to give it more thought if I want every room to have flat finish walls but to me color is more important then finish so I think I would be happy with any paint finish especially if it saves me $100 on new paint.

I have mixed flat with gloss 50/50 before to make semi-gloss paint but I don't suppose there is any simple "sheen" additive to put in it to turn flat paint into semi-gloss is there?

Just remember a flat finish WILL show every single finger print hand print or smuge of anything that touches it! this is the reason most don't use flat inside a home and if they don't want the finish to be shiny like semi gloss or satin they usually just go with an EGGSHELL finish because while this one isn't shiny it doesn't show the places where the wall has been touched like a flat finish will

[Salty]

Originally Posted by BradleyPrejean87

Just remember a flat finish WILL show every single finger print hand print or smuge of anything that touches it! this is the reason most don't use flat inside a home and if they don't want the finish to be shiny like semi gloss or satin they usually just go with an EGGSHELL finish because while this one isn't shiny it doesn't show the places where the wall has been touched like a flat finish will

Eggshell and satin are pretty much the same finish. Some manufacturers call it "satin"...some "eggshell". Both are pretty durable and, like you said...won't make the smudges part of the décor.

[BradleyPrejean87]

Originally Posted by Salty

Eggshell and satin are pretty much the same finish. Some manufacturers call it "satin"...some "eggshell". Both are pretty durable and, like you said...won't make the smudges part of the décor.

Satin had a slight more shiny finish then eggshell it's right in between flat and satin go to your local pant retailer they can show you the differences all next to each other on an example pallet only way you can actually tell the difference between them is when they are next to each other

[Salty]

Originally Posted by BradleyPrejean87

Satin had a slight more shiny finish then eggshell it's right in between flat and satin go to your local pant retailer they can show you the differences all next to each other on an example pallet only way you can actually tell the difference between them is when they are next to each other

LOL!!! I went to my "local paint retailer" 3-4 days a week for 30 years. Anyway...whatever.

[keakar]

thanks for the help guys

I finally got a chance to talk to the guy down the street who use to be a painter by trade and he said all they ever used in all the houses he painted was exclusively flat paint only in every single room in the house for ceilings and the walls and trim no matter what ,so I guess everyone has their own opinions of what can and cant be used.

[redaddiction]

Originally Posted by keakar

thanks for the help guys

I finally got a chance to talk to the guy down the street who use to be a painter by trade and he said all they ever used in all the houses he painted was exclusively flat paint only in every single room in the house for ceilings and the walls and trim no matter what ,so I guess everyone has their own opinions of what can and cant be used.

I agree with him. Every new house built here in Lafayette is painted with flat or eggshell. That's been the style for the last 10 years. It just gives a softer feel to the rooms. I don't know of anyone that uses satin or semi gloss on walls but they do use it on the trim. Satin in kitchens and baths is good though.

[BradleyPrejean87]

Originally Posted by Salty

LOL!!! I went to my "local paint retailer" 3-4 days a week for 30 years. Anyway...whatever.

Well I only sold paint every day 6 days a week for 8 to 10 hrs a day for 7 years so I guess I need to still learn a few things right?
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http://www.san-antonio-painting.com/paint-sheens.php

Flat Finish - 0 to 5% gloss
A paint with a flat surface that does not reflect light and generally used on ceilings and walls of formal rooms. Flat finishes are usually non-washable and cleaning is not advised.

Matte / Velvet Finish - 5 to 10% gloss
A durable paint with a flat, non-glossy finish usually used for walls. Matte finishes can endure light cleaning, but heavy cleaning is not recommended.

Eggshell Finish - 10 to 25% gloss
A durable paint with a low sheen and gloss reminiscent of an eggshell. Eggshell finishes are normally used on walls, have a slightly higher sheen level than flat, and clean better than flat finishes as they can endure moderate level cleaning.

Pearl or Satin Finish - 25 to 35% gloss
A durable paint with a smooth, velvety gloss texture. Satin can be used in high traffic areas because it can hold up to heavy cleaning and light scrubbing, and is most often used for doors, windows, and other trim.

Semi-gloss - 35 to 70% gloss
Paint with a semi-gloss finish goes on smoothly and has a nice gleam without being too dramatic. Trim, doors, windows and cabinets are the surfaces most often applied with semi-gloss.

Gloss - 70 to 85% gloss
Gloss paint has a has a shinier finish than semi-gloss and is popular for trims, doors and cabinets. Careful attention should be given to prep work and undercoats to create a smooth surface for glossy paint.

High-gloss - 85% gloss and higher
This highly luminous sheen has the greatest amount of gloss and looks almost like plastic. High-gloss paint certainly offers durability and washability, making it ideal for cabinets in the kitchen or bathroom. The reflective surface of this paint finish really exaggerates imperfections, so prep work is important to a clean polished look.
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wait upon researching a little looks like I was right! there is a difference in the sheens its not just that some companies call one one thing and some other companies call it another!

thanks for trying though I was really hoping I would have learned something new beings you have SO MANY more years on my experience level......

[Salty]

Originally Posted by BradleyPrejean87

Well I only sold paint every day 6 days a week for 8 to 10 hrs a day for 7 years so I guess I need to still learn a few things right?
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http://www.san-antonio-painting.com/paint-sheens.php

Flat Finish - 0 to 5% gloss
A paint with a flat surface that does not reflect light and generally used on ceilings and walls of formal rooms. Flat finishes are usually non-washable and cleaning is not advised.

Matte / Velvet Finish - 5 to 10% gloss
A durable paint with a flat, non-glossy finish usually used for walls. Matte finishes can endure light cleaning, but heavy cleaning is not recommended.

Eggshell Finish - 10 to 25% gloss
A durable paint with a low sheen and gloss reminiscent of an eggshell. Eggshell finishes are normally used on walls, have a slightly higher sheen level than flat, and clean better than flat finishes as they can endure moderate level cleaning.

Pearl or Satin Finish - 25 to 35% gloss
A durable paint with a smooth, velvety gloss texture. Satin can be used in high traffic areas because it can hold up to heavy cleaning and light scrubbing, and is most often used for doors, windows, and other trim.

Semi-gloss - 35 to 70% gloss
Paint with a semi-gloss finish goes on smoothly and has a nice gleam without being too dramatic. Trim, doors, windows and cabinets are the surfaces most often applied with semi-gloss.

Gloss - 70 to 85% gloss
Gloss paint has a has a shinier finish than semi-gloss and is popular for trims, doors and cabinets. Careful attention should be given to prep work and undercoats to create a smooth surface for glossy paint.

High-gloss - 85% gloss and higher
This highly luminous sheen has the greatest amount of gloss and looks almost like plastic. High-gloss paint certainly offers durability and washability, making it ideal for cabinets in the kitchen or bathroom. The reflective surface of this paint finish really exaggerates imperfections, so prep work is important to a clean polished look.
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wait upon researching a little looks like I was right! there is a difference in the sheens its not just that some companies call one one thing and some other companies call it another!

thanks for trying though I was really hoping I would have learned something new beings you have SO MANY more years on my experience level......