What’s the difference between latex and oil-based paint?

• <div><p>The two most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-paint-explained.htm">common paint types</a> are latex-based paint and oil-based paint. Here are some of the most significant differences between the two:</p><p>Latex-based paint:</p><ul><li><p>$15–$60 per gallon on average</p></li><li><p>Best for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways</p></li><li><p>Dries more quickly than oil-based paints</p></li><li><p>More difficult to clean compared to oil-based paint</p></li></ul><p>Oil-based paint</p><ul><li><p>$20–$70 per gallon on average</p></li><li><p>Good for bathrooms, kitchens, doors, and trim</p></li><li><p>Easy to clean and holds up well against moisture</p></li><li><p>More likely to chip than latex-based paint</p></li><li><p>Requires good ventilation while drying</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Should you use a roller or brush for satin paint?

• <div><p>Satin paint applied to walls is best done with a roller to get a smooth, even surface. Rollers are designed to apply paint evenly and efficiently. Using a roller will save you some time because it’s about twice as fast as brushing on your paint. For trim like door frames and window frames, use a brush to apply satin paint to ensure you get into all the nooks and crannies.</p></div>

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Q: Is powder coating less expensive than traditional painting?

• <div><p>Powder coating can be less expensive than traditional spray painting. If you&rsquo;re doing it yourself, upfront costs can be hundreds or even thousands of dollars higher than hiring a pro. But if you plan to powder coat many items and use the oven and gun often, the upfront cost may be worth it. </p></div>

Q: What type of paint can I use on vinyl siding?

• <div><p>Acrylic latex paint is the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-exterior-paint.htm">best exterior paint</a> for vinyl siding. It adheres well to the vinyl surface, reducing the likelihood that the paint will peel or flake. </p><p>The paint color also matters. Choose a light color to prevent the paint from absorbing too much heat and to extend the durability of your paint job.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to use a roller or brush for a mist coat?

• <div><p>Using a roller allows you to apply a mist coat quickly to avoid uneven spots while drying, but it can create streaks and splatters from the watery paint. Applying with a paintbrush can take longer but may be less messy. There are pros and cons to using either a roller or a brush for the mist coat. The mist coat is diluted, so it can be messier to work with, but it also dries quickly.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
This painter is highly undependable. He wasted 18months of my time by promising to come over and painting my house and after numerous I will be there and never showed up and never did the job and highly unrecommended this painter.
CB Painting LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
Project was exterior paint and minor carpentry of medium sized home and stain and paint of a large deck. Project completed on time (only 1 rain delay) and team was very professional (clean, quiet, courteous, on time). Fernando was a good communicator as the project was underway, and let me...
Missi Painting
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Reviewed in June 2025
Very hardworking and dedicated to get the job done. They listened to what we were saying we needed and delivered. They stripped and restored our vintage front doors. Replaced posts and painted railings and ceilings.
Richard's & Tony's Fixers
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Reviewed in May 2023
Jeremy and his crew were great! They got all of the work done quickly and cleaned up any paint chips and mess. Jeremy did a walk through with me at the end to insure that I was happy with their work and he pointed out a few extra little things that they noticed and fixed I would DEFINITELY hire...
Moose Os Painting
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Reviewed in May 2016
My husband and I are both very pleased with the work that Alden Painting did. John and his crew were professional and courteous. They were very detail oriented and did a wonderful job. They did such amazing work that we couldn't even find any need for touch-ups! We feel their pricing was...
Alden Painting
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Reviewed in July 2014
Cracks that had developed in the foundation were filled and left to age for a couple days. Then the sealant was sanded and the foundation (1500 square feet) was painted. The foundation had been raw concrete and the house looks 1000 times better now that it has been painted. The painting was...
H - H Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
The painter was a very hard worker. He did a nice job and left the place neat and clean.
BENNINGTON PAINTERS
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Reviewed in March 2014
We had done most of the packing but they did it for the paintings and mirrors and some large ceramic plates. All involved were courteous, professional and pleasant and handled all package with great care. The final cost billed was $100 under the estimate
Dons Moving and Storage Inc
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Reviewed in May 2008
The experience was horrendous. They started out by sending four or five young people. They looked like high school kids. They were running around and did not act like they knew what they were doing. They were really, nice, sweet young people but it almost always seemed like they were in...
Luxbrush Painting Co Inc
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