Are More Expensive Exterior Paints Worth the Cost?
You have probably heard the old adage: You get what you pay for. From clothing to housing and everything in between, we know that a product or service made with quality materials by skilled workers will give us the best return on our investment. But does this hold true for the more expensive or luxury brands of exterior paint?
What Goes into Paint
Whether oil-based or water-based, all paints are made of the same three components:
- Pigment - From brilliant reds to calming blues, this is what gives your exterior paint its beautiful color.
- Resin - The binding agent in your paint. The higher the quality resin used in the paint, the better the coverage and longevity it will provide.
- Solvent - The filler that carries the pigment and resin. The solvent evaporates over time, leaving behind the pigment in the hardened resin. High-quality paints use less solvent to ensure an even and consistent color once dried.
Since all paints consist of the same three ingredients, what dictates the quality of your paint are the quantities and types of each ingredient used.
What to Expect from a High Quality Paint
High-quality exterior paints come with a price tag to match for good reason. These paints usually have a much higher quantity of pigment in every can. In water-based paints you can expect to see superior types of resins being used, like 100% acrylic instead of a vinyl-acrylic blend.
So, how does all of this benefit you and your exterior painting project? Using the best exterior paints will result in:
- Better Adhesion
- Easier Application
- A Durable Finish
- Color Fastness
- Longevity
Of course for the best possible result that you will enjoy for years to come, you should properly prepare your exterior surface and follow your paint’s temperature and humidity guidelines before getting started. And as always, if you live in the southern Jersey Shore area and have any questions or want help with your next exterior painting project, our talented team would be happy to assist you.
