Reserve gloss paint for window and door trim. It's also a great choice for furniture, because of its hard and shiny finish. Want a glam look? Try using glossy paint on the walls!
Oil-Based Paint vs. Latex-Based Paint
Alkyd (oil-based) and latex paint aren't finishes. Rather, these terms refer to what makes up the paint product: oil or water.
For most interior paint projects, latex—or water-based paint—is ideal. Latex dries quickly, cleans up easily with water, and doesn't have a strong odor.
Alkyd—or oil-based paint—dries slower and give off a strong smell. The plus to using alkyd paint is that it provides a smoother, almost hard enamel-like finish that resists scratching, fingerprints, and stains. This type of paint tends to stick to its surface better, so it's a good choice for rougher surfaces, furniture, and even floors.
When to Use Primer
For the best finish, always start with a coat of primer, which preps new and old surfaces for paint.
Back in the day, DIYers needed to be careful about not mixing oil-based paints and latex primers (and vice versa). But many primers today allow you to cover whatever the existing finish is as long as you prep the surface first. Talk to your paint sales associate to make sure the primer you buy will work.
If you're painting over a bold color, ask the folks at the paint store to tint the primer so it matches your new paint color. You'll get much better coverage.
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