{"id":1774,"date":"2021-04-23T18:15:44","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T22:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/northwestflorida\/?post_type=community&#038;p=1774"},"modified":"2024-07-04T11:56:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T15:56:57","slug":"choosing-between-acrylic-water-based-oil-based-paint","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/northwestflorida\/community\/choosing-between-acrylic-water-based-oil-based-paint\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing Between Acrylic, Water-Based, &#038; Oil-Based Paint"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A lot of decisions have to be made when you\u2019re planning on giving your house a fresh coat of paint. That includes choosing the right kind of paint to use\u2014acrylic, weather-based, or oil-based?<\/p>\n<p>There are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to this selection. And only expert painters know exactly what\u2019s the best match with your home\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll share what the top professional painters in Northwest Florida have to say about the different types of paint you can use for your home.<\/p>\n<h2>Importance of Choosing the Right Kind of Paint for Your House<\/h2>\n<p>When giving your house a paint makeover, you want to see more than an aesthetic transformation. You want to see that paint last long-term in terms of the color and coating quality.<\/p>\n<p>As time passes, paint naturally fades or deteriorates due to weather changes, dust, stains, and other environmental factors you can\u2019t foresee and control.<br \/>\nYou need to choose the right paint that\u2019s compatible with your visual preference, location, and climate. Here are the important factors to consider when choosing the kind of paint for your house.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Longevity:<\/strong> Sunlight, dust storms, and rains can cause long-lasting damages to your paint. It can cause cracks, blistering, wall-trapped dampness. These damages can cause your home to age fast no matter how new it is.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concealing Quality<\/strong>: Some paints will require multiple coats which can cost more. To avoid spending too much on paint, you need to choose the kind of paint that will stick on your wall perfectly and cover all imperfections underneath.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stain Resistance &amp; Washability:<\/strong> Stain-resistant paint makes your walls protected from permanent pen stains or scratches. This is especially important when you\u2019re planning on painting your walls white. Washable paint also makes your home child-friendly. No need to worry too much about your kids drawing on the walls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>When to Use Acrylic Paint<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1776 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-960x641.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-720x481.jpg 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1152\/2021\/04\/Acrylic.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Acrylic paint is chemical-based which enables the paint to stretch and contract with the weather and temperature. It\u2019s the best choice for home exteriors. CertaPro Painters of Northwest Florida offers<a href=\"https:\/\/certapro.com\/northwestflorida\/\"> FREE color consultation<\/a> to help you select the most pleasing color for your home\u2019s exterior.<\/p>\n<h2>When to Use Water-Based Paint<\/h2>\n<p>Also known as latex paints, this is the most commonly used paint for homes. It\u2019s also an environmentally-friendly choice that\u2019s best suited for general painting applications such as for doors, walls, and ceilings.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage you to seek the help of professional house painters in Northwest Florida. Call CertaPro Painters of Northwest Florida at <a href=\"tel:850-387-0890\"><strong>850-387-0890<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>When to Use Oil-Based Paint<\/h2>\n<p>Compared to water-based paint, oil-based paint can be used on any surface. It is also known for its harder and long-lasting coating, so most people use it for trims and cabinets.<\/p>\n<h2>Hire Professional Painters to Determine the Best Paint<\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the right kind of paint for your home may take you a while. We\u2019ve simplified the guidelines here to keep it as straightforward as possible, but you\u2019ll never know what your house exactly needs until you get the assistance of professional residential painters in Northwest Florida.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/certapro.com\/northwestflorida\/\">CertaPro Painters of Northwest Florida<\/a> offers the highest quality professional painting services in Northwest Florida. Call us at <strong><a href=\"tel:850-387-0890\">850-387-0890<\/a><\/strong> to get an estimate on your project.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A lot of decisions have to be made when you\u2019re planning on giving your house a fresh coat of paint. 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