| Latex paint is a pretty basic term that includes all | | | | Latex paint does not actually have latex in it |
| water-based paint. The binder which is mixed into | | | | which makes it a healthier option for most people. |
| latex paints is what gives it the strength and | | | | Acrylic latex paints do have acrylic in them. |
| flexibility it is known for. Most times used for | | | | Sometimes they are mixed with acrylic enamel |
| exterior and home painting, latex paints are used | | | | which suits woodwork and trim on bathrooms and |
| in a variety of different ways. Acrylic latex paints | | | | kitchens very well. These are ideal for moisture |
| are the most durable in this category making it | | | | thick areas because they can withstand humidity |
| the most used and most valuable type of latex | | | | and frequent cleaning like a champion. Enamel |
| paint. | | | | paints usually have a semi-gloss, satin, or high |
| Acrylic latex house paints come in several | | | | gloss finish. When blended with a quality glaze, |
| different formulations. It is available as both an | | | | walls will dry to a rich, translucent beauty that |
| exterior and interior product. It can be purchased | | | | lasts for years on end. |
| in a number of different sheens as well. This | | | | Because of its fast drying time latex acrylic paints |
| includes matte, low sheen, eggshell, satin, | | | | are often times used for fine arts and crafts. |
| semi-gloss, and high gloss. It is highly used to | | | | They are the most popular choice when it comes |
| exterior walls and panels as well as trim. Typically, | | | | to painting canvases, furniture, and murals. Please |
| this type of paint is applied with a brush, rollers, or | | | | note that latex paints are not suitable for flat |
| airless sprayer. Of course, art easels are not | | | | surfaces with irregularities, ceilings, bathroom |
| necessary for these types of projects but | | | | floors, or pools. For these types of applications, |
| painters tape and a ladder is often needed in | | | | you will want to choose an epoxy or oil-based |
| conjunction with latex painting. | | | | paint. |