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Manor Hall Flat: A Pro’s Reviews

Manor Hall Flat has been the premium grade paint from Pittsburgh for many years.  Recently though, Pittsburgh came out with a new line of paint called UltraLast.  Manor Hall is the second-tier premium paint similar to Sherwin Williams Duration or Ben Moore’s  Regal Select.   .   PPG Manor Hall Retails for about $55.00        […]

A Pro’s Review of UltraLast Matte Finish

UltraLast Matte Finish Review PPG has released a new product called UltraLast Matte Finish and will break down the qualities of this premium-grade interior paint. This paint claim to fame is that it is impervious to stains.  Coming from a matte finish, that is a tall order.  Typically the lower the sheen the less washability.  […]

PPG Pitt Glaze WB1: The Best Interior Paint

Pitt Glaze WB1 Eggshell: Best Interior Paint Ever?! I realize that saying that Pitt Glaze WB1 is the best eggshell paint ever is a bold statement.  But it’s true.  I have evaluated several premium and mid-grade eggshells, and nothing compares.  I have not evaluated every mid-premium grade eggshell paint on earth. So how do I […]

What SW Paint Covers The Best

Whether you are a DIY or a painting contractor it great information to know what SW paint covers the best.  70- 85% of the cost for a painting contractor is in their labor costs.  If a painting contractor is using paint that covers well it can reduce the number of coats and therefore the cost […]

Is Ben Moore Aura Worth It

Before you drop $75.00 on a gallon of premium paint, shouldn’t you know if Ben Moore Aura is worth it?  Let’s take a look at seven critical factors. Is it: Zero VOC Low Splatter Water Clean-up Can it be matched to any color? Mildew resistant It uses Genex colors that resist fading with extra UV […]