Paint and Painted surfaces

PAINT AND STAIN

Painted surfaces must be gently wiped using mild soap and as little water as possible. Avoid abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or scrub brushes. Flat paints show washing marks more easily than gloss paints. You may prefer the results obtained by touching up rather than washing.

Colors

Your paint colors are located on the paint cans provided as well as the project specifications list for your home.

Flat Paint Characteristics

Flat interior paint has been used in all general areas of your home.  Flat paints, also known as matte paints, are a valuable design tool when used correctly. Because they are non-reflective, they tend to conceal surface blemishes better than paints with more sheen. In a visual sense, these finishes effectively "smooth" walls that have any kind of texture.  This gives the most forgiving finish with the best color payout. If you want a saturated, velvety wall, a flat finish will give you rich results. If your wall has even tiny imperfections (and most all walls do) like slightly uneven texture, patches or joints, flat paint will absorb light and make them less noticeable than a paint with a higher sheen. Aesthetically speaking, sheen or gloss does draw attention to a given surface, especially indoors. This includes even the smallest flaws. For this reason, it is recommended that high-sheen paint be avoided.

One thing to note about flat paint is that because of its matte finish and porous texture, scuffs from brushing up against a wall or from impact with objects will be more easily seen.  The plus side is that with flat paint, touch ups can be more easily done without the need to roll the entire wall again like you would with higher sheen paints.

Exterior

To preserve the beauty and value of your home, check the painted and stained surfaces of your home’s exterior annually. Repaint before chipping or wearing away of the original finish occurs; this will save the cost of extensive surface preparation. Plan on refinishing the exterior surface of your home approximately every three to five years or as often as your paint manufacturer suggests for your area and climate. Over time, this finish will fade and dull.

Avoid having sprinklers spray water on the exterior walls, which will cause damage to your home and can contribute to mold.

Severe Weather

Hail and wind can cause a great deal of damage in a severe storm, so inspect the house after such weather.

Stain

For minor interior stain touch ups, a furniture-polish-and-stain treatment should blend in with the wood grain. Be aware that the same stain on different woods may not match. Stain pens, found at hardware stores can also help with touch-ups but should be applied carefully. Start in an area that is less conspicuous as a test.

Touch Up

When doing paint touch ups, use a small brush or sponge, applying paint only to the damaged spot. Touch up may not match the surrounding area exactly, even if the same paint mix is used. When it is time to repaint a room, prepare the wall surfaces per the manufacturer’s recommendation.

We provide a list of paints used in your home and occasionally leave some of the excess paint for your use. Store these with the lids tightly in a place where they are not subject to extreme temperatures.

Drywall Cracks

Everton Homes addresses dry wall cracks at the time of the year-end warranty. Subsequent cracks are the homeowner’s responsibility.



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