How to Choose the Right Paint for Your Home

How to Choose the Right Paint for Your Home

Picking the Perfect Paint: What Homeowners Need to Know

When it comes to painting your home, the right paint isn’t just about color—it’s about durability, maintenance, and protecting your investment. In Lewis County, where the Pacific Northwest climate brings rain, humidity, and fluctuating temperatures, choosing the wrong type of paint can lead to peeling, fading, or mildew growth much sooner than expected.

At Gullard Painting, we rely on trusted brands like Rodda Paint and Sherwin-Williams, both of which offer high-quality paints designed to handle PNW weather conditions. Here’s what you need to know before selecting your next paint.

1️⃣ Consider the Surface and Location

Not all paints are created equal, and what works for one area of your home may not work for another. The key is to match the paint to the surface and environment for maximum longevity.

🔹 Exterior Paint – With our wet, rainy climate, exterior paint must be weather-resistant, mildew-resistant, and flexible to handle temperature changes. Rodda Paint’s CoverCoat and Sherwin-Williams’ Duration® Exterior are two excellent choices for homes in Lewis County.

🔹 Interior Paint – Interior walls need a balance of durability and aesthetics. For high-traffic areas like hallways and kitchens, we recommend Sherwin-Williams’ Duration® Interior, Rodda’s Master Painter®, and Rodda’s Super 2®. These paints provide excellent coverage, washability, and long-lasting color retention.

🔹 Trim & Cabinets – Baseboards, doors, and cabinets see a lot of daily wear and tear. Sherwin-Williams’ Emerald® Urethane Trim Enamel is a top-tier choice for a durable, smooth, and professional-grade finish that resists scuffs and moisture.

Using high-quality products from trusted brands ensures a longer-lasting, professional-grade finish that holds up over time.

2️⃣ Choosing the Right Paint Finish

The sheen of your paint affects not only how it looks but also how well it holds up over time. Here’s a breakdown of the most common finishes and where they work best:

🔹 Flat/Matte – Best for hiding imperfections but not very washable. Ideal for low-traffic areas and ceilings.

🔹 Eggshell/Satin – A great balance of durability and aesthetics, making it perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.

🔹 Semi-Gloss/Gloss – The best choice for kitchens, bathrooms, trim, and cabinets, as it resists moisture, stains, and frequent cleaning.

Choosing the right sheen can help your home look polished while making upkeep easier.

3️⃣ Picking the Right Type of Paint for Lewis County’s Climate

Because rain and moisture are constant challenges in Lewis County, using paint built for the PNW is crucial. This is where Rodda Paint stands out, as it’s a Pacific Northwest-based company that designs products specifically for our climate.

For exterior painting, we recommend:
✔ Rodda’s CoverCoat® or Sherwin-Williams’ Duration® Exterior – Both offer high durability, moisture resistance, and mildew protection.
✔ 100% Acrylic-Based Paints – Provide strong adhesion and long-term color retention. Sherwin-Williams’ Emerald® and Rodda’s Ultimate II® are excellent choices.

For interior painting, the best options include:
✔ Sherwin-Williams’ Duration® Interior – A premium choice for washability and durability in high-traffic areas.
✔ Rodda’s Master Painter® or Super 2® – Great all-around paints that provide smooth finishes and excellent coverage.
✔ Low-VOC Paints – Ideal for maintaining good indoor air quality, especially in winter months when ventilation is limited.

By using professionally tested paints from brands that understand the local climate, you’ll get a finish that lasts longer and looks better.

4️⃣ Don’t Skimp on Quality

It’s tempting to save money by choosing budget paint, but low-quality paint requires more coats, fades faster, and chips easily—meaning you’ll have to repaint sooner.

Brands like Rodda and Sherwin-Williams offer professional-grade paints that provide better coverage, longer-lasting color, and superior durability. A properly painted exterior can last 10-15 years, while lower-quality paint may need touch-ups in as little as 3-5 years.

At Gullard Painting, we always recommend investing in high-quality paint upfront to ensure you get the best results.

Need Help Picking the Right Paint?

At Gullard Painting, we only use top-tier products like Rodda Paint and Sherwin-Williams to ensure the best results for your home. Whether you’re tackling interior, exterior, or cabinet painting, we’ll help you choose the perfect paint for your project and our local climate.

📞 Contact us today for expert recommendations and a professional-quality finish!