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Is Premium Paint Really Worth The Extra Cost?
By RITA KUEBER
Looking at the paint available in the market, the various brands, and the wide range of prices, we asked if premium paint is worth the money. The answer is absolutely yes.
First, consider that paint is 3 things: pigment (the color), thinner (which controls consistency), and binder (which holds the paint together.)
Cheap paint is thinner, as it contains less pigment and binder and has more filler liquid. Premium paint has more pigment and binder.
There's also a durability factor. Premium paint can withstand constant washing and more wear and tear, while a wall covered in cheap paint will have to
be repainted sooner.
However, if you're in a rental, paint without spending a lot of money. If you're working on a forever home, spending a few extra dollars on premium paint is better.