Different Paint Products
There are so many different paint products that are available to consumers on the market. Paint prices have skyrocketed over the last few years and picking the right product is essential. Here is a summary of some products LC Painters recommends and uses on a daily basis.
1. Eggshell finishes
Eggshell is typically used on walls and is our standard. Products can range from $30.00-$120.00 per gallon. That’s right… $120 per gallon. I would never recommend paying that for a gallon of wall paint. However, it is important to not cheap out to ensure you get a long lasting result. A lower priced paint will have a chalky feel and as a result will be very difficult to keep clean and will mark up easily. We generally use products around the $80.00-$90.00 price tag. These products are usually easier to work with, long lasting colors and better washability which results in higher quality finishes. LC Painters recommendation: Regal, Benjamin Moore.
2. Flat Finishes
Flat finishes are applied to ceilings and are usually on the cheaper end of the spectrum. There are ceiling products out there that can cost up to $100.00 per gallon but in my opinion, these are way to expensive for the performance they offer. We will typically spend around $50.00 per gallon on ceiling products. LC Painters recommendation: Promar 400, Sherwin Williams
3. Pearl/Satin Finishes
Pearl finishes are commonly applied to frames, baseboards and doors. Unlike ceiling paint, this is an appropriate paint to spend your money on. This paint and where it is used, needs to be very durable and washable. Cheaper products in this category will fade after time and can yellow as well. A higher end product will maintain its colour and will not be affected by multiple cleanings over the years. We will spend around $90.00 per gallon. LC Painters recommendation: Scuff-X, Benjamin Moore
4. Primers
Primers are a very important part of the painting process. Primers are what bond top coats to the surfaces you are applying paint to. Also, they can be used to seal water, smoke and other tough stains. There are many types and uses for primers but here some common uses we encounter on daily basis. Always prime new drywall, new drywall should never be painted prior to priming properly. Drywall primers and relatively cheap and we spend around $30.00 per gallon. LC Painters recommendation: Cover Max Sherwin Williams
Tougher stains may require a stronger primer to properly seal and hide these areas. In these cases you will need to purchase an Oil-Based primer and these can be pricey and tough to work with. You will need to use one of these primers if you notice a stain continually coming back through your top coat. We can spend up to $100.00 per gallon for these products. LC Painters Recommendation: Cover Stain, Home Depot.
At LC Painters, we take pride in using top-quality products to ensure a flawless finish for every project. With paint prices on the rise, choosing the right materials and professionals is more important than ever. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or tackling a full home makeover, our expert team is here to help. For reliable and high-quality house painting in Burlington, trust LC Painters to bring your vision to life with precision and care.
