Address Sheen for Bathrooms and Kitchens
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What Is The Best Paint Sheen To Use: Flat, Satin, or Semigloss?
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For high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens, the recommendation depends on ventilation and moisture levels. In modern homes with good ventilation, satin paint is usually sufficient for bathrooms and kitchens, as contemporary latex paints are durable and resistant to water. However, for older homes with poor ventilation, or if occupants take very long, steamy showers, a higher sheen like semi-gloss is preferable. This is because higher sheens are more resistant to water and less likely to 'milk' (turn cloudy or run unsightly) when exposed to excessive moisture, preventing mildew and unsightly water spots. For severe mildew problems, a mildecide additive can be incorporated into the paint. The speaker reiterates a personal preference against semi-gloss for aesthetic reasons, but acknowledges its functional benefit in high-humidity situations.
Goal: This step advises on paint sheens for high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens, suggesting satin for well-ventilated spaces and higher sheens (semi-gloss) for areas with persistent humidity or mildew concerns.
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- Mildecide additive
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