Interior residential painting is the application of protective and decorative coatings to the inside surfaces of a home. Unlike exterior painting, which focuses on weather resistance, interior residential painting prioritizes aesthetics, comfort, and durability against daily household wear and tear.
Core Components:
Surfaces Covered: Typically includes walls, ceilings, baseboards, crown molding, doors, and window frames. It can also extend to cabinetry, built-in furniture, and stair railings.
Purpose: Its primary goals are to personalize living spaces, protect surfaces from stains, and enhance the home’s overall atmosphere and value.
Materials Used: Most projects utilize water-based or latex paints characterized by low or zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to ensure indoor air quality and safety for residents.
Finishes: A variety of sheens are available to suit different needs, such as flat/matte for low-glare walls, eggshell or satin for living areas, and semi-gloss or gloss for high-traffic trim and doors.
Key Characteristics:
Precision and Detail: Because surfaces are viewed closely, interior painting demands meticulous attention to fine detailing, clean lines, and smooth application.
Surface Preparation: Extensive prep work is critical, including moving furniture, covering floors, patching drywall holes, sanding, and caulking gaps.
Scrubbability: There is a variety of interior paints are specifically formulated with rigid resins to be washable and resistant to scuffs and stains.
