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Exterior Paint

The right exterior paint does more than look good. It protects wood, metal, and masonry from moisture, UV, and rust for years at a stretch. Nixa Hardware & Seed Co. carries exterior paint in latex and oil-based formulas, flat and semi-gloss finishes, and specialty rust-stop enamels for metal surfaces like equipment, fencing, and outbuildings. For bare metal or anything prone to rust, an enamel rust-stop formula is the move as regular exterior latex won’t hold up the same way on metal long-term.

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Helpful Questions & Answers

Find answers to common questions about Exterior Paint from the Nixa Hardware & Seed Co team.

Can You Use Exterior Paint Indoors

It is tempting to use up that leftover bucket of outdoor paint on a bedroom closet, but the chemical makeup just isn’t right for four walls and a ceiling. Exterior paint is specifically mixed with additives to prevent mildew and stand up to UV rays, and those ingredients aren’t meant to be breathed in within a confined space. You’ll likely notice a strong smell that refuses to quit, which is a sign of high VOCs that aren’t intended for the dinner table or the nursery. Beyond the safety aspect, outdoor paint often lacks the hard-cured finish needed to handle everyday scuffs and cleaning. Investing in the right interior product is the only way to ensure your home stays both beautiful and breathable.

What Kind Of Paint To Use On Exterior Brick?

Giving a house a fresh look often starts with the masonry, but you can’t just slap any old latex on those bricks. Breathable mineral-based paints or high-quality silicate formulas are the way to go because they bond with the brick rather than just sitting on top of it. This is especially important for folks in the Springfield-Branson-Joplin region where the humidity can trap moisture behind a standard paint film. If the water cannot escape, it will cause the paint to bubble or even make the brick face start to crumble over time. Look for a product specifically labeled for masonry to ensure your home’s exterior stays as sturdy as the day it was built.

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