Painting or repainting your kitchen walls can be an exciting and fun process. However, there are many questions you have to ask yourself and many tough decisions to make before you can start actually painting.
Choosing a Type of Paint
Choosing a type of paint can be tricky, and color is not the only factor to take into account—for example, you can choose oil-based or latex paint. Used for both interior and exterior painting projects, latex paint is a popular option. It is easy to work with and dries quickly—a good option for painting walls and ceilings. Oil-based paint yellows over time and is worse for the environment. However, oil-based paint can be more durable than latex paint. Both kinds of paint come with pros and cons; weigh the positives and negatives when deciding which type of paint to use for your project.
Choosing a Finish
Next, you need to choose a finish. There are many types of finishes which work well for interior walls, but not all work equally well for kitchen walls. For example, although a flat finish is great for some interior rooms, it does not clean well and is therefore not ideal for kitchens or bathrooms. Semi-gloss and high-gloss finishes tend to be better options for kitchens because they are easier to clean.
Semi-gloss and high-gloss finishes have higher sheen levels. The higher the sheen level, the higher the shine and durability. However, durability does come with costs: for example, gloss finishes reflect light, which can accentuate even minor flaws in the paint.
Coordinating Colors
Another important thing to consider when choosing your new paint is coordinating colors between the cabinets, countertops, finishings, flooring, and walls. It could be a good idea to stick to a specific color scheme for the entirety of the room. Choose multiple paint colors, then test them on the walls of your kitchen in order to see how different colors and shades go together with the rest of your room. In addition, consider whether or not each color works well with the color of adjacent rooms.
Selecting a new paint for your kitchen walls can be fun, but it can also be complicated. If you follow these steps and keep in mind the benefits of different kinds of paint, different finishes, and coordinating colors, the process will become far less complex. Choosing the right paint can be a breeze.
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