Cox Paint

Semi-gloss finishes enhance a room by their shiny, rich look. They offer excellent stain and scrub resistance and therefore are ideal for all rooms of a house, including kitchens and bathrooms. They are also ideal for use on trim.

The best thing you can do for the optimal paint job inside your home is to use quality materials and professional grade brushes and roller covers. Be sure you use the right brush or cover for the job and type of paint you are using.

For centuries paint used a fairly standard formula. They'd start with a lead paste, then add linseed oil, turpentine, a dryer, and pigment. This caused a lot of unintentional lead poisoning, and in modern times lead-based paint has largely been banned.

A very important preparation step not to be skipped when painting interior walls is cleaning. Make sure the walls are free of dirt and baseboards and the doorways are free of dust particles. Use a damp cloth for best results. Also, fill in any dings or holes with wood putty.