Types of Outside House Paint
Outside house paints come in two basic types, alkyd and latex. Deciding which outside house paint to use should depend on weather conditions, home location and personal preference. Does this Spark an idea?
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Alkyd
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Alkyd, or oil-based, is a durable outside house paint that takes several hours to dry. Enamel paint is one type of alkyd paint that can be mixed with other colors of paint.
Alkyd Advantages
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Some advantages of using alkyd paints are that they are durable and washable, and they go on surfaces easily.
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Alkyd Disadvantages
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Disadvantages of using alkyd paints include a strong odor, a longer drying time, that a solvent is needed for clean up, and that they tend to yellow as they age.
Latex
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Latex paint is an outside house paint that is quick-drying and resistant to moisture. High quality latex paint can be expensive and glossy, but it retains color and adheres well to surfaces.
Advantages of Latex
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Some advantages of latex include that it is more flexible than oil-based paints, it can be cleaned with soap and water, it has less odor than alkyd paints, and it resists peeling.
Disadvantages of Latex
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Disadvantages of latex include not adhering well to chalky surfaces, not doing well in high traffic areas, allowing stains to penetrate, and that it is susceptible to shrinkage.
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