What's the latest news in the finish of interior paints? Consumer Reports has completed its annual evaluation. This year Benjamin Moore's semi gloss types Aura Satin and Regal Select have won due to the superior ability of the paint to maintain it's shine after its been scrubbed. Getting rid of those fingerprints, furniture scratches, etc. can take time when you have to find the leftover gallon of paint and brushes, touch up, then clean and put away. After that you realize there's a place you missed! Isn't it nicer to select a paint that can simply be scrubbed and done? A less costly high performing alternative is Behr which is also easy to scrub.
Here's what Consumer Reports recommends based on the finish you're using...
Flat and Matte Finish - Glidden Premium Flat and Behr Premium Plus Flat Enamel
Satin - Glidden Premium, Kilz Casual Colors and Behr Premium Plus Satin Enamel
Semi-Gloss - Benjamin Moore, Behr, Royal Interiors and Glidden Brilliance
One other thing... Don't fret about the smell of the paint fumes as most manufacturers are formulating their paints to contain nearly zero VOC's!
Melissa’s career in interior design began with an internship in residential design in 1994. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in 1997, she worked for architectural firms designing hotel interiors. Her direct work with architects resulted in a better understanding of the overall design process and how the two trades depend upon, and complement one another.
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