Here’s Where to Start When Picking Out Paint

Picking out paint can be an overwhelming process, especially if you don’t know what primary factors to consider when you walk into the paint store. That’s why it’s a good idea to have a professional painter to consult. Although they’re an additional investment, it’s well worthwhile, because they’ll be able to help you achieve the results that you’re envisioning. Read on to learn the answer to the infamous question, “How do I pick out my paint?”

Choosing the Color

The hardest part of choosing paint is narrowing down your color options based on your taste, the color of permanent fixtures around your house, and what feeling you’d like to achieve in a certain room. A great place to start is by grabbing some swatches that you’re attracted to and bringing them home to compare.

If you’re about to sell your home, it’s a good idea to stick to more neutral colors such as whites or off-whites. That way, your potential buyers can easily envision the home as a blank canvas to make their own. However, if you’d like to customize the home to your taste, go with your gut. Choosing exterior paint is slightly different, because you’ll need to consider HOA requirements and the colors of permanent fixtures, such as any brick or stone on the home.

As you narrow down your color options, try purchasing samples and painting a small area of a room with them. Go back to them throughout the day to find out what they look like in natural lighting as the sun moves across the house. This should help you narrow your choices down to one or two colors.

Picking the Sheen

Another factor to consider when picking out paint is the sheen. This is the shine that it gives off and is typically assessed on a scale of matte to full gloss. If you’re painting a high-traffic area that will need to be cleaned frequently, it’s best to go with a paint that’s easier to clean and has a higher sheen. For rooms that are relatively low-traffic, like a bedroom, you can try a flat or matte finish. Rooms that have medium to high traffic may do great with a satin finish that’s easier to clean than matte, but still provides an elegant look.

Consulting Your Professional

At the end of the day, it’s always the best idea to get a professional painter to weigh-in. Although this only sounds like an added expense for your project, it’s an investment worth making, because they’ll be able to make sure that everything’s done right the first time. This includes the quality, sheen, and color of paint you choose. Plus, when it’s done correctly the first time around, you won’t have to worry about having to hire someone again for years to come.

About Platinum Painting of Frisco

Whether you’re looking for an exterior or interior professional painter, our team at Platinum Painting of Frisco is well-prepared to handle all of your needs. We’ll be with you along every step of the way, and even help you narrow down your paint options if you’d like! Plus, with our satisfaction guarantee, you’ll be able to rest-assured that you’ll receive fantastic results. For questions or to schedule a free in-home estimate, visit our website or call 972-372-0404.