Painting adds Value To Your Iowa Home
(ARA) - With summer around the corner, why not increase your Iowa's
curb appeal and potential resale value by painting your house?
A freshly painted house is aesthetically pleasing and creates an inviting first
impression. However, getting the painting process started goes beyond selecting
a suitable color that will provide years of enjoyment. Painting is an investment
and is your St. Louis area home's first line of defense against the elements. It
is important to select the most appropriate exterior paint in terms of
long-lasting protection. There are a few things when considering the type of
paint to select for your home
Durability: Paint should withstand harsh weather conditions without fading.
Selecting a 100 percent acrylic latex formula that resists peeling, cracking and
fading in all weather conditions is ideal.
Mildew and Algae Resistant Coating: It's important to select a paint that
protects against both mildew and algae. Folks tend to assume that these are the
same organisms, when they are not. Algae can grow on an inert surface because it
only needs water and sunlight to grow (it can even grow on glass), while mildew
needs organic food such as sugar from wood or oil from paint to develop. Read
labels carefully. Many paints offer only mildew protection.
Iowa City Painting: Selecting Paint For Your Home
Ease of Application: Look for a paint that can save you time and deliver a
professional-looking appearance. An ideal solution would be a thick, one-coat
paint that delivers the same quality finish as two or more coats.
High-hiding Pure White Finish: Select a paint that provides exceptional hiding.
Hiding refers to the paint's ability to obscure the surface over which it has
been applied, and it is achieved by the paint's pigment, binder properties and
thickness. Many paints use gray toning to achieve hide, which can create a dull
and gray finish. Choosing paint with a pure white base ensures that you can
achieve advanced hide without visible gray tinting. A brilliant white finish
achieved via hide is especially important when painting your house white or a
light color such as yellow.
Color: Choosing a color should reflect your style and make the most of your
home's features. Begin the selection process by thinking about what type of
house you own. Certain architectural styles demand different color palettes,
tones and schemes. Think about the color of homes that neighbor yours. Also
consider the natural elements that surround your house and how they look
year-round. Nearby foliage might help you choose accent or trim colors. That is
a great House Selling Tips Painting only won't do it. You need to choose your
paint wisely
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