How Often Do You Need to Paint Interior Walls?
Between cousins, birthdays, graduations and rehearsal dinners, the inside of the walls of your home experience life at full force.
Your home is the receiver of all things activity and excitement. It’s also the place you choose to rest and seek shelter from the outside world. And if you’ve been sitting on the coin toss of whether or not you should paint those interior walls, we’ve got all the green light you could possibly need.
Signs you need an interior wall repaint
Paint is a far more dynamic and impressive storyteller than we give it credit for. If you look closely, and listen, you can see and feel the textures of the paint shifting as the years draw on. Knowing what signs to look for can help you anticipate that perfect moment to repaint your walls.
Faded paint color
Remember back in 2017 when you bought that perfect chartreuse chair to put against that light coral wall? These days, that will probably pop a lot less than it did five years ago. Faded paint color is the telltale sign that it’s time for some rehabilitation.
One of the most exciting parts about picking your initial paint color is the fact that it complements exactly what theme you’re going for in your home. Especially with those rich colors, you want to breathe life back into that original paint job at the first sign of color fading.
Cracked, peeling paint or damage to walls
With kids running amok and dogs ruling the roost, you’re bound to have some natural wear and tear on those lower sections of your walls. But in general, cracked, peeling paint and wall damage are all perfect opportunities to get ahead of a problem that could expand.
Catching wall damage early means your painting crew can take preventative measures to preserve and protect the rest of the wall.
You want a different room vibe
If none of the above applies to the condition of your interior walls, that’s perfectly OK. Sometimes, just switching up the feel of a room can change everything. Maybe you’re going through a divorce or you’re bringing your first baby home; maybe you’re sick of the awful job the previous paint company did on your crown molding.
No matter the scenario, there’s a paint mood for every occasion. It’s only natural that our tastes change as we evolve, and acknowledging that by giving into the impulse to change everything with a fresh new color can be an invigorating and hopeful experience.
What kind of paint should you use to paint interior walls?
If your painters haven’t already talked with you about the problem with slapping any old paint finish onto your walls, then we need to have a talk. As paint experts, it’s our job to know what paint works best where. There’s a solid amount of prep work that goes into getting you that fresh coat your dreams are made of.
Viscosity, durability, coverage and so much more are part of the conversation. It’s also about what works well within your budget. There are a couple of options for interior paint that outweigh the rest in overall results.
Semi-gloss
Semi-gloss is one of the most reflective, beautiful paint finishes available for interior walls.
Semi-gloss paint is highly reflective and has a paramount resistance to moisture. This makes semi gloss paint an excellent choice for bathrooms and kitchens or other areas where humidity tends to be higher.
Easy to clean, semi-gloss is a great option for high traffic areas since it’s seasonal and easily manipulated. Semi-gloss whites come out so much brighter than whites in other paint finishes, which is a popular effect for many homeowners.
Eggshell
Eggshell is one of the most sought after paint finishes, and for good reason. Eggshell is more washable than that finishes, and is actually quite resistant to scuffs and blemishes due to its low sheen.
Eggshell is a popular paint for entryways, hallways and living spaces that have a high volume of activity.
Low and no VOC paints
We know that paint contains some volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. Low and no VOC paint means a lower concentration of said compounds when compared to other paints. Low VOC paint contains less than 5 g/L with virtually no odor emitted.
This can be a great option for folks who are prone to severe allergies who have reactions to intense smells or chemical compounds. With a lesser impact on air quality, breathing is a little easier and one of the many advantages to using low and no VOC paints.
Hire Old Crow Painting for your interior project
In an ideal world, your paint experts would set you up for success by discussing your needs, hopes for your home and preferences. They’d show up with drop cloths, smiles and a will to bring your creative vision to life. Old Crow Painting is here to bring that ideal world to your doorstep.
Our sole intention is to use our craftsmanship to create or enhance the sacred space you choose to call home. If you’re curious about a free, personalized quote, give us a caw today! We are so looking forward to serving you.