Wallpaper and coverings, particularly those meant for commercial and institutional usage, fall into three main categories: types I, II, and III. The type you choose depends on several factors, but the following guide can help you make the right decision.
Type I
Best suited to residential commercial buildings, such as apartments or hotels, type I wallpaper is the thinnest and lightest weight of the commercial-grade wallpaper options. This type of covering typically has no coatings, so it is more of a wallpaper than a wall covering.
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The next time you have your home's exterior painted, consider what your priorities are and whether you can choose a type of paint that's targeted towards your goals. Some specialized paints provide lower levels of VOCs to minimize any breathing problems and allergies, while others are recycled to lower their environmental impact.
Here are a few specialized types of paints to consider for your next exterior home painting job.
1. Heat reflective paint
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Whether you are selling your home, want to make your home stand out in the neighborhood, or are simply ready for a change, there are several reasons why many homeowners decide to update their home's exterior with a fresh coat of paint. With all the paint choices available, it can seem impossible to choose the right color to match your home's style and your own personal preference.
When it comes time to pick out a new color for your home's exterior, here are a few dos and don'ts to keep in mind.
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Whether you want to up size or downsize or you are moving to another city or state, selling your home may be on your to-do list. Most people know they will need to clean up, organize, and repair their home before listing on the market to sell, but updating the home with a fresh look is also important. Fortunately, a fresh coat of paint here and there throughout the home can be a great investment.
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Painting a house, whether inside or out, used to be a long and involved process. First, you had to prepare the surface by scraping off peeling paint, sanding rough areas, and cleaning the surface. Then, you would have to cut in around the edges and trim. This was followed by the application of multiple coats of primer before you could even begin to apply two or more coats of the final paint.
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