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WHY DO PAINTERS WEAR WHITE?

   There are several theories as to why painters wear white. Some say it's because sailors on tall ships made their clothes from discarded sails. The sail cloth could easily be made into loose fitting pants that proved quite durable. Painters adopted the the idea for their work clothes and the tradition was born.

   Another theory states that in the 1800's unionized painters wore white to distinguish themselves from other types of workers. Farmers tended to wear blue and railway workers wore pinstripes.

   Yet another says that painters use a lot of white primer,drywall repair material,caulking, plaster and spackle. These are usually white and so don't show as much on white clothing. The clean, crisp image  gives the impression of professional skill and is a signal of the painters ability to complete the job with less mess.

   White also beats the heat on a hot day. Painting is hard work and it is necessary to keep as cool as possible. White also serves as a warning that it is quite likely that there is wet paint nearby.

SHOULD I PAINT  MY HOME ALL ONE COLOUR?

People often wonder whether or not they should paint their home all one colour. This is usually the best option for a few reasons. One colour ensures a fluidity from room to room, helping everything flow. One colour is also a little less expensive and generally gives your home a more in vogue appearance. There is nothing wrong with multiple colours for individual tastes but most professional painters will advise a one colour scheme. However a good home designer can also help with with multi coloured rooms producing sensational results, while catering to individual preferences. 

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FLAT, HIGH GLOSS,SEMI-GLOSS, EGGSHELL, AND SATIN FINISH PAINT?

FLAT  OR MATTE  - less reflection to help hide imperfections on walls and ceilings 

                                 - great colour depth

                                 - may be difficult to clean

EGGSHELL            - some reflectivity and improved durability

                                 - use in demanding environments like kitchens and bathrooms

                                    for easier clean-up without a glossy finish 

SATIN OR SILK     - similar characteristics to eggshell but slightly glossier    

SEMI-GLOSS        - very reflective sheen great for kitchens,bathrooms, doors 

                                  and baseboards.highly durable  may show imperfections  

GLOSS                   -  most reflective sheen available