Key Takeaway When we paint bathrooms, we typically offer two paint choices. Choose Duration Home® if you want dependable moisture resistance, washability, and a good balance of performance and price. Choose Emerald® Interior if you want Sherwin-Williams’ top-tier paint with maximum durability, mildew resistance, and long-lasting beauty — especially for master bathrooms or poorly ventilated...
Key Takeaway Sherwin-Williams Emerald® Interior is the premium choice for bathroom painting projects. It provides maximum washability, advanced moisture and mildew resistance, and the richest color retention in the Sherwin-Williams line. If you want the longest-lasting finish and are willing to pay for top-tier performance, Emerald is the paint for your bathroom. Why Bathrooms Need...
Key Takeaway Sherwin-Williams Duration Home® is an excellent choice for bathroom painting when you want long-lasting color, resistance to moisture, and a washable surface. Its advanced acrylic latex formula is designed to hold up in humid environments and withstand frequent cleaning — making it ideal for high-use bathrooms where durability is a top priority. Why...
Key Takeaway Sherwin-Williams Extreme Bond Primer is engineered to tackle the toughest adhesion challenges — cabinets, tile, glass, PVC, and glossy finishes. It bonds where standard primers fail, saving time and ensuring your topcoat lasts. Priced at about $27–$30 per quart and $85–$90 per gallon, it’s a worthwhile investment for projects that demand long-term durability....
Key Takeaway Always use corrosion-resistant fasteners with pressure treated lumber. Hot-dipped galvanized, stainless steel, or specially coated screws and nails are essential, because the preservatives in treated wood can eat through ordinary steel fasteners. Using the right hardware prevents rust, staining, and premature structural failure in decks, fences, and other outdoor projects. Why Fastener Choice...
Pressure-treated lumber is strong, affordable, and built to last — but it’s also loaded with moisture when new.As that moisture leaves, the boards naturally want to twist, cup, or crack.To keep your deck, fence, or outdoor structure straight and stable, start with dry, properly stored boards, let them acclimate before use, and protect them with...
Pressure-treated wood is not safe for pets to chew or ingest. It contains chemical preservatives designed to resist rot and insects, but those same compounds can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or worse if eaten. For dog houses, rabbit hutches, or chicken coops, choose untreated or naturally rot-resistant woods like cedar or pine instead. If your...
Key Takeaway: No — you should not use pressure treated wood indoors. Pressure treated lumber is infused with chemical preservatives to resist rot and insects, making it great for decks, fences, and landscaping. But those same chemicals can off-gas or leach into the air and dust of your home, which isn’t safe for framing, shelving,...
Key Takeaway Winter is often the best season to repaint a bedroom. Cooler weather means professional painters are more available, prices can be lower, and you’re indoors anyway. Bedrooms repainted in the off-season not only look fresh but also help you enjoy your space during the months when you spend the most time inside. Why...
Key Takeaway Paint doesn’t just need the right surface — it needs the right temperature. Interior and exterior paints are designed to cure within specific ranges, and applying them outside those limits can lead to peeling, cracking, or poor adhesion. Indoors, this usually means keeping rooms comfortably heated. Outdoors, it means waiting for mild, dry...