Tackle Any Paint Project With Brown Help From Lowe’s
Need help with your Brown interior paint project? At Lowe’s, we’ll be there every step of the way — from helping you choose the right Brown interior paint colors to providing all the paint supplies you need to get your do-it-yourself (DIY) Brown paint project done. Use our Paint Calculator to take the guesswork out of purchasing the right amount of Brown paint. Not sure where to start when choosing the right household Brown paint type, sheen or features? We can help.
Acrylic vs. Latex
The most popular Brown paint types for home projects are acrylic and latex.
Acrylic Brown paint is a chemically composed, fast-drying option that becomes water-resistant when dry. This makes acrylic Brown paint and acrylic primer exceptional choices for trim work outdoors — as this Brown paint expands and contracts better than latex.
Alternately, latex Brown paint is water based and an extremely popular option for Brown painting large areas, thanks to its slower drying speed. This means it blends easily with itself and doesn’t produce harsh lines between dry and wet Brown paint.
Choosing the Right Brown Paint Sheen
Paint comes in a variety of sheens, from flat to gloss. Not sure which is right for your space? We can help you choose.
Flat Brown paint is ideal for bedrooms, dining rooms and other low-traffic areas. It’s also a great option to use as ceiling Brown paint.
Eggshell offers a slight shine. It can be wiped down, making it ideal for high-traffic spaces, like family rooms and hallways.
Satin can be scrubbed clean, making it ideal for high-traffic areas and moisture-prone rooms, like kitchens and bathrooms.
Semi-gloss offers maximum durability and is ideal for children’s rooms and high-moisture spaces.
Gloss offers an ultra-shiny finish and is a good choice for doors, cabinets, and decorative moulding and trim.
Paint Features
Not all wall Brown paint is created equal. There are mildew-resistant paint options, which are a good choice for basements, bathrooms and other spaces prone to moisture. Choose washable Brown or scrubbable paint if you’re looking for an option that’s easier to maintain than traditional flat paint, which can’t be wiped down. If performance is important to you, opt Brown for a stain-resistant paint, like the One-Coat Perfection® products from HGTV Home® by Sherwin-Williams.
Looking for the best value? Consider Simplicity by Valspar®, a zero volatile organic compound (VOC) Brown paint that has great scrub resistance with good coverage.
The cost to Brown paint the interior of a house depends on several factors. Every project is unique; however, some common factors to consider with any project include the amount of Brown paint, the region where you live, the square footage of the house, the condition of the surface being painted, the type of paint and number of necessary coats.
Need Help Picking a Brown Paint Color?
The choices are almost endless when it comes to choosing wall colors. To make the process easier, we created our Paint Visualizer, which allows you to test out hundreds of different room paint colors and house paint colors to find the best Brown interior paint color for your home.
If you need more help choosing the right Brown paint, check out our Interior Paint Buying Guide or our how-to guide Picking the Perfect Brown Paint Colors. With our wide selection of Brown paint by Sherwin-Williams, HGTV Home® by Sherwin Williams, Valspar® and STAINMASTER™, your perfect color is waiting for you.
