Read
here for our top choices of paints for interiors that are available in the US
and visit the company websites to help decide which brand is right for your
project.
Since 1883, this company has produced interior and exterior
paint finishes. Through ongoing, rigorous, scientific testing, they have
developed products that meet or exceed environmental standards and provide a
superb quality for both amateur and professional painters alike. In a House
& Garden poll of top interior designers, Benjamin Moore was the No. 1
choice of paints, for use either by their clients or in their own homes.
With
superb qualities, reasonable pricing, and immediate accessibility, Behr Paint
is a top choice for interior paint. The Behr Premium Plus line of interior
paints is available at Home Depot centers and tests top-of-the-line on
cleanability, hiding, and mildew protection and carries a lifetime warranty.
Visit the website for decorating ideas, advise on paint selection, and
inspiration for color selection.
3. Valspar American Tradition Paint
Since
1806, Valspar has developed a full line of interior and exterior paints,
stains, primers, faux finishes and cleaners. Most finishes are washable and
stain resistant and feature easy application, low odor and soap and water clean
up of paintbrushes and tools. The products are sold at hardware stores and
their American Traditions line, which has excellent hiding, mildew resistance,
and stain coverage is available at Lowe's Home Improvement Centers.
This
company manufactures, tests, and retails interior and exterior paint products
for use in the SW United States, a dry and hot area. They use top quality
ingredients formulated to meet environmental standards especially for this
special area. The paints have been chosen by interior decorators and designers
and professional painters as the top choice for paint for jobs and in their own
homes. This website offers information on painting and store locators.
This
company has offered top-quality paint, luxurious sheens and colors since its
founding in 1849. Their new lightweight container with built-in handle makes it
ideal for homeowner use. Their products are sold in hardware and paint stores
throughout the US.
6. Dutch Boy
Dutch
Boy paints have been used to paint historic buildings since 1907. Though
they're very reasonably priced, their products have been rated "very
good" by consumers and are readily available at K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Sears,
and Orchard Supply Hardware stores throughout the US.
7. Glidden
One of
the newest products on the market for interior painting is Glidden's new
ceiling paint--it goes on pink, but dries a bright white. Never miss a spot
again! This and other Glidden products are sold at Home Depot stores, company
stores, hardware stores and paint centers throughout the US.
Since
1866, this company has manufactured interior and exterior surface coating
products for homes and industry. They maintain their own storefronts as well as
sell in home improvement centers. The Martha Stewart Signature Collection
offers colors selected by the home expert. This site reviews products and gives
helpful information for do-it-yourself projects and faux finishing, and gives
advice on choosing the best product for your job.