Several times a year clients ask what can be done to fix smudged and fingerprinted walls. Children can’t resist to touch a home’s walls. By following these three tips, your walls will stay fresh, clean and grit free!
Flat paint is used in most residential new construction. Flat paint hides wall imperfections very well because there is virtually no sheen to the paint. If you are in the process of building a home, see if your paint contractor will paint the walls in an eggshell or satin prior to move in. Many times this is discouraged because an eggshell or satin is more difficult to touch up, however an experienced painter should have no problem.
Opt for a scrubbable and more durable wall paint. Many paint companies such as Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore are meeting homeowners needs and producing “fingerprint friendly paints”. Two examples are Sherwin Williams' Everclean and Benjamin Moore & Company's Regal AquaVelvet. These paints don’t have a high sheen level, yet fingerprints, scuff marks and smudges can be washed off with water. Contact your paint stores for more information. Many times there will be an in store display to show the versatility of these new products.
The signs of wear and tear are easily camouflaged with a faux finish. Most faux painters have a variety of products that will produce a soft blended look, easily hiding any fingerprints. Not only will the smudges be disguised, but a professional artist will use durable products that can be wiped with a soft damp cloth to clean. A faux finish is ideal if do not want to clean your walls on a weekly basis. Make sure to tell the artist your goals of having washable and durable walls.
Using these three tips will allow you to enjoy a clean smudge free home. Remember to clean your newly painted surfaces with the recommended products; hard scrubbing shouldn’t be required as your smudges and fingerprints will easily wipe off. Enjoy your new walls!
Flat paint is used in most residential new construction. Flat paint hides wall imperfections very well because there is virtually no sheen to the paint. If you are in the process of building a home, see if your paint contractor will paint the walls in an eggshell or satin prior to move in. Many times this is discouraged because an eggshell or satin is more difficult to touch up, however an experienced painter should have no problem.
Opt for a scrubbable and more durable wall paint. Many paint companies such as Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore are meeting homeowners needs and producing “fingerprint friendly paints”. Two examples are Sherwin Williams' Everclean and Benjamin Moore & Company's Regal AquaVelvet. These paints don’t have a high sheen level, yet fingerprints, scuff marks and smudges can be washed off with water. Contact your paint stores for more information. Many times there will be an in store display to show the versatility of these new products.
The signs of wear and tear are easily camouflaged with a faux finish. Most faux painters have a variety of products that will produce a soft blended look, easily hiding any fingerprints. Not only will the smudges be disguised, but a professional artist will use durable products that can be wiped with a soft damp cloth to clean. A faux finish is ideal if do not want to clean your walls on a weekly basis. Make sure to tell the artist your goals of having washable and durable walls.
Using these three tips will allow you to enjoy a clean smudge free home. Remember to clean your newly painted surfaces with the recommended products; hard scrubbing shouldn’t be required as your smudges and fingerprints will easily wipe off. Enjoy your new walls!
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