Painting Denver is no different than the rest of the country when it comes to painting interiors. Having somewhat of a cooler climate painting exteriors, painting interiors either currently being lived in, or vacant, heat is typically available, allowing the fresh new paint colors to dry properly, giving another reason to paint year around. Whether painting kitchens, painting bathrooms, or living rooms, the sheen of choice is eggshell. Eggshell being a sheen, not a color, as some are lead to believe.
Three phrases for the same type interior paint, depending which paint manufacture is supplying our interior paint. Some use the word satin, others use low luster, while others use eggshell, but all the middle sheen, in between flat and semi-gloss for interior painting. Interior painting with eggshell comes in a multitude of paint colors, ceilings too can be painted with the same eggshell sheen, providing warmth and cohesiveness to any decor. Normally, pop-corn ceilings should be painted with a flat paint finish, as one would not clean this type of surface, unless there are two textures going on in the same room and ceiling. Example of this is kitchen ceiling textured, and dining room pop-corn. In this case, both textures should be painted with the same interior paint finish.
Advantages using Eggshell Paint:
- Interior painting with eggshell, satin, or low luster is very durable with the ability to clean with a sopping wet rag and mild cleaner, while not taking off any interior painting finish.
- Perfect for families with young children, as most parents can vouch for. Using eggshell sheen, you’ll never, or your cleaning crew will never have to worry about the possibility of harming the interior painting finish.
- The appearance of flat, without having that caulk board feel. Paint manufactures listened to the public once again, giving another choice from flat to sem-gloss, one in between. By 1990, eggshell sheen was gaining popularity, being introduced in late 1987. New home builders continue today using flat sheen, as it is more cost effective, and is easier bought in bulk, with more on hand. Your custom home builders demand painting interior with eggshell sheen, as it is a more professional finish depending on the situation.
- Touch ups are very easy using eggshell sheen in a neutral or medium base, but deep base and dark colors can be seen having to paint the entire wall where touch-up is made, unlike flat finishes. Some real dark blues, yellows, and red colors have been known to need 3-4 coats, wet on dry application for coverage, and should be considered before choosing these, could require additional interior painting and labor.
