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adz_47647389
Jun 17, 2011, 01:55 PM
We are getting ready to paint the outside of our house and I wanted to know if there is a big difference between those expensive brand name paints or getting something cheaper. What exactly is the big difference between these two types. I do agree with the general "you get what you pay for" but there seems to be a range of options so I want to understand the difference. Thanks for your advice.

pattyg2
Jun 18, 2011, 05:21 AM
It is not so much the paint as it is the prep work before the paint. Make sure it is an exterior paint.
Painting with a roller and brush will last longer than a paint job that is sprayed on also.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EBp7UoPQsE

pattyg2
Jun 18, 2011, 05:25 AM
Exterior latex is fine for painting a house.

ma0641
Jun 18, 2011, 07:30 AM
Duron, Behr, Valspar, Dutch Boy are all good. Don't get cheap paint. It won't cover well, washes out and will cost you money in the long run. C******** G******* has rated Behr #1 for a couple of years.