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Benjamin Moore paint types
"Mani Varadarajan" wrote in message ... I'm about set to have most of the walls in my house painted and I've decided on Benjamin Moore paint. I understand BM just came out with a Matte Enamel paint, a latex paint that is flat but with excellent scrubbability. It is however about 25% more expensive than their other stuff. I have a two-year old daughter who enjoys writing on walls so washability is a concern for me. Even though it is more "scrubbable", it doesn't change the fact that it's flat. Paradoxically, at the microscopic level, flat paint is definitely not flat (it's rough), and glossier paints are flat (smooth). That's why glossier paints are easier to clean - they are smooth, whereas flat paint has little nooks and crannies for dirt to get in. Even if it is more scrubbable than regular flat paint, it will still collect more dirt, crayon, etc. than smoother, glossier paints. Definitely a satin paint would be better IMO. 2. Which is generally preferred by decorators, eggshell or latex for general living areas in the house? Eggshell and latex are apples and oranges. Do you mean eggshell or flat/matte? There is latex flat/matte, latex eggshell, latex semi-gloss, etc. Personally, I prefer the look of flat paint. I don't like shiny paint on anything except trim. Unlike others, I think there is a definite difference in shine between flat and eggshell, but this is personal preference. In certain areas though I think enamel (glossier) paints do look OK. 3. Generally, what is considered the highest quality in the BM line? Is it the "Regal" stuff? I believe so. However, don't listen to anyone who says Company X paint is the best, and Company Y paint is lousy. It all comes down to actual product, not the manufacturer. I can tell you that Sherwin Williams Super Paint is very good paint, while Sherwin Williams Style Perfect is not good paint. It is a similar situation with other manufacturers. Certainly SW Super Paint is better than BM Super Craft, and BM Regal is better than SW Style Perfect. |
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Benjamin Moore paint types
"jeffc" wrote:
Personally, I prefer the look of flat paint. I don't like shiny paint on anything except trim. Semi gloss on bathroom walls is useful - helps prevent moisture from soaking into the walls. |
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