Best paint for different jobs

Question

How can I best tell what type of paint I should use for any given job? What types of paint are most suitable in what cases?

Billy · Accepted Answer

Most paints will explain on the tin what they should be used for and what surfaces ie satin/gloss for woodwork or metals. There are interior and exterior paints but all paints should advertise and explain what materials they should be used on if in any doubt ask a member of staff who works in the store you're buying from.

Mike · Answer

Internal walls and ceilings use vinyl Matt or vinyl silk depending on what finish you want 
Internal glosswork use a good water based gloss something like Dulux trade it costs more but is worth the extra
External paint work use a non water based product which takes longer to dry but gives a better finish and lasts longer

Dan · Answer

Woodwork: primer, undercoat, topcoat (gloss, satinwood, eggshell)

Walls/ceilings (interior): emulsion - (matt, silk, eggshell)

Walls (exterior): masonry paint

Hope this helps!

Peter · Answer

Hi

Please have a look around the Dulux product range

Regards,
Peter

Lee · Answer

Hi there, if you are wanting to paint the woodwork then use a water-based acrylic primer then a noil based primer and for walls and ceilings use emulsion, matt, silk etc.

Louise · Answer

All paint states on tin whether it's for walls or wood, interior or exterior paint. I always use gloss paint for woodwork (ie skirting and doors ) Emulsion paint for interior walls and ceilings, depending on if you're after a silky finish I would recommend a silk emulation and a matt emulsion for a flatter finish.
I always recommend a specialist bathroom and kitchen paint when painting these rooms. I always spend the extra money on specialist paint, as I know it will withstand the heat and condensation produced in these rooms and you can wash the walls down whenever needed without damaging the paint.
I always tell clients, if you're in a shop and are unsure which is the right paint, they should ask a member of staff, if a shop stocks paint, all members of staff should be able to help and explain which product is best for what job.
A good tip I like to give people,  -  if your wanting paint for a small job, and not picky about what colour, go to your local DIY shop and ask if they have any surplus (returned/dented) stock as they will usually let you have these for very little money and in some cases no money at all.  This is a great tip for people on low incomes who want to revamp there home

Paul · Answer

The tin will explain the best uses for the paint but if you need advice just pop into your local paint shop and they will guide you

Tim · Answer

Matt and silk emulsion are usually for walls and ceilings undercoat gloss satin wood and eggshell usually for woodwork and metal some people also use varnish on doors and doorframes and skirtings

Terry · Answer

There are different types of paint for different jobs ie a bathroom pain would be different than maybe a living room paint but all it’s purposes will be on the tin

Paul · Answer

The best paint for the job/ room/ surface
Is the correct paint for the job. Each brand has specific formulas ( thickness, durability, finish, water-resistant properties) its always stated on the tin.
Dulux & Johnstone's are the best in my opinion with Leyland very closely behind. 
All offer a huge range if you go into your local  decorator centre and tell them what room (bathroom, bedroom)and what finish you require (shinny, dull) 
They will tell you what product to use. 
It is more expensive to use bathroom paint in a bathroom rather than using bedroom paint in a bathroom but there's a reason for it

Best paint for different jobs

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