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A fresh coat of paint can add new life to a dingy room and can even brighten up an entire house. In fact, according to some Atlanta area realtors, a fresh paint job is often the most cost-effective home improvement. The first step in the painting process is selecting the right paint. Next comes selecting a reputable painter or painting contractor.
Some thought should go into your paint selection. Exterior painting may require a different finish from interior painting, and a child’s room may be painted differently from a living room or kitchen. Paint color can make a room feel larger, brighter, or more intimate. There are different paint bases, like solvents (oil paint) and water (latex or acrylic paint); there are also different paint finishes with varying amounts of gloss and sheen. A few painters can also paint special faux finishes or effects onto your walls. Consider your options for paint quality—higher-quality paint may give you better results with less work.
Besides doing quality jobs with their brushstrokes, high-quality painters also spend a suitable amount of time doing careful prep work. A good paint job looks even better over a well-prepared wall, free of blemishes and holes. A high-quality painter will also be honest with customers and not demand large, up-front payments.
