When you invest in home improvements, you’re investing in the place you call your sanctuary, your comfort zone. At ReColor by Delagrange, we get it, and that’s why we stress the value of using only superior paints for your painting projects. But why does the quality of paint matter so much? Let’s delve into the science behind this “colorful” subject and talk about what sets high-quality paints apart.
The Four Pillars of High-Quality Paint
When we say “high-quality paint,” we’re talking about the perfect blend of four core ingredients: pigment, binders, liquids, and additives. Let’s break down how each of these components matters to you, the homeowner.
Pigment: The Soul of Color
The pigment in the paint is what gives it its color. Quality paints use prime pigments, which offer rich colors and excellent hiding capabilities. Cheap paints often use ‘extender’ pigments that may bulk up the paint, but do little to contribute to its durability or color retention.
Binders: The Backbone of Durability
A binder acts like glue, holding the pigment in place once the paint dries. Different binders offer various benefits, including resistance to cracking, adhesion to different surfaces, and overall longevity. Top-tier paints use premium binders, giving your walls a resilient, long-lasting finish that lesser paints simply can’t match.
Liquids: The Carrier Agent
While liquids in paint don’t directly contribute to durability or color, the proportion of liquid to solids (pigments and binders) in the can does matter. High-quality paints contain a greater ratio of solids, ensuring you’re getting more of the elements that contribute to a durable, beautiful finish.
Additives: The Special Forces
Finally, additives provide specific performance characteristics, like better flow, resistance to mildew, and even preservatives to prolong the paint’s shelf life. These are the little extras that make good paint great.
The True Cost of Quality
The value of using superior paint can be quantified by its ‘cost per year of service.’ It may be tempting to save upfront with a cheaper option, but inferior paints require more frequent touch-ups and quicker overall redo’s. Let’s consider a scenario using 20 gallons of exterior paint:
- Option 1: A lower-grade paint costs you $400 but will need a repaint in six years. That’s $67/year.
- Option 2: A top-quality paint costs $700 but lasts 25 years, resulting in a yearly cost of $28.
The numbers speak for themselves; choosing higher-quality paint can save you money in the long run, even before labor costs are factored in.
Why Choose ReColor by Delagrange?
When you work with us, you’re not just getting a paint job—you’re getting peace of mind. We understand that your home in Fort Wayne or the surrounding areas is an extension of you, which is why we use only premium-quality paints that meet our high standards for durability, color retention, and ease of application.
At the end of the day, when you walk through your newly painted living room or gaze at your home’s refreshed exterior, you’ll know you made the right choice.
Ready to make your home look its best? Call us directly at 260-222-6990 or schedule an appointment online at ReColor by Delagrange. Superior quality is just a phone call or click away.
By understanding what truly goes into a can of paint, you’ll see why we insist on using only the best. Because when it comes to your home, shouldn’t you have the best?