I’ve been a professional painter for 17 years, being honest everything you’re saying I already know, but I like the way you express yourself,English is not my first language so I’m going to emulate the way you talk you’ll be my English teacher from now on 😅 thank you
I watched ur video and purchased a gallon of the SW Duration for the door and trim. I repaint the trim and doors the same color. This was fast and one-coat coverage. Well worth the extra $ in the time it saves me. Thanks, Man
With a name like Smeller7 I can tell you know what your talking about. Appreciate the love. Some painters are passionate about their trim paint, hence the comments get a bit spicy. All good tho
Thank you so very much brother. I think I have found the video that will or has given me some more confidence in sherwin-Williams paint. I am building or rather transforming a bookcase into a shoe rack for my wife. I am finishing it with Solo semigloss. Didn’t know about that other one. Going to look into that for sure. Sherwin people have always treated me good. Thank you and God bless you and yours.
Thanks for watching good sir. You may be interested in this video as well. I repaint a barstool with Emerald Urethane. It’s not a shoe rack but the process is similar. How To Paint A Barstool Like A Pro (No Sprayer Needed) ua-cam.com/video/w3QtnLCdVys/v-deo.html
I’m a professional painter, and I’ve never considered using Duration for trim. I usually opt for an Alkyd paint, but I’ll give it a try considering the price savings.
We've had a lot of success with Duration Semi-Gloss. It's our favorite trim paint to work with, but we've also been using a lot of the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel recently. Good luck!
I'm a union commercial painter and paperhanger in the Seattle area for the past 16 years.. the best trim paint in my opinion is hands down sherwin williams pro intustrial. Semigloss all day...
thank you for the video , because I have painted walls with Duration Interior and noticed it dries very hard and durable , in fact , I had to do a sheetrock repair and had HELL sanding through the Duration paint on the wall with a palm sander !!!! no joke , like concrete !!!!!! I've never tried it on trim yet but always thought about it ..... Going to do it now , thanks for the extra info you provided here , I now have confidence to "go for it" .....
@@SuperVassarBrothers you specifically mentioned Duration Semi-Gloss , I'm going to assume the Satin is just as durable , in case someone wants less sheen , I suspect it is .... still haven't tried it yet , I keep using Emerald just out of habit , but I'm still wanting to try Duration
My ex-brother in-law recommended the SW Duration sometime ago. Used in a few rooms of our house and Love it! Seems somewhat thinner than other brands but applies and covers fantastic. Just painted the kitchen with BM Regal. Much thicker paint that looks great but didn’t seem to go on as well as the Duration. Next room needing painting probably going back to Duration. Also need to try it on trim and interior door. Great video! New sub.
We usually go with Duration Matte on the walls and Duration semi-gloss on the trim. That formula has worked well on our jobs for a few years now although we do end up using Regal Select on some jobs. Good luck with your project!
Don't let the viscosity of the paint fool you.. even on their wall paints you will not have to over work your brush because of it's glideability properties. Your wrist won't get as tired as even working with Cashmere. You have to work a lite harder to spread the Cashmere paint..but is also a nice line of paint to use.
You are most welcome. Keep in mind this is an older video so the current trim paint we use has changed. You can see what I’m using now in this video if you’re interested: ua-cam.com/video/ceynEKT5loc/v-deo.htmlsi=UXK4E5YRdcGKC2uy
I’m a second generation family owned painting contractor, I never even considered using Duration home for trim work. I will say Emerald urethane acrylic is my usual go to, but I may have to give Duration a try on the right project.
@@SuperVassarBrothers I just did a kitchen cabinet job using the “New “ Gallery Series from Sherwin Williams, it’s a really good product, worth checking out.
We are 42 years in the business, and use both BM and SW.. we often like BM.. BEN. Great body to it..sometimes adding .5- 1.0 of S( black) depending on situation. Great info brutha.
Ben and Regal Select are similar. Ben has more body and dries to a terrific finish. Don't be fooled while it is drying, as it transitions to a smooth and covered finish. Duration..also a great choice!!
I just purchased the Duration for all my wood trim and I just got started so it was encouraging to watch your video! What paint would you recommend for painting wooden kitchen cabinets?
I'm glad it was helpful! Here is a link to a comparison between two good paints for cabinets. Both are good options, but each have their own bag of tricks. ua-cam.com/video/0kdWGKEhXXU/v-deo.html Happy painting!
Use a 2k product! You can use emerald urethane if you have to but a 2k product is unbeatable. The finish isn’t like anything else, it’s literally flawless. It won’t scratch off, it won’t peel, and it will last way longer then anything else. The companies I recommend where you can get 2k products are Centurion, Renner, or Milesi. Those are the best 2k products in my personal experience. You can’t go wrong with one of those 2k products guaranteed! There’s also a new product from Sherwin Williams called Gallery Series, it’s a 1k product and it’s made for cabinets but I would get one of the 2k products for sure.
I’m just your average DIY’er but I just used Benjamin Moore advanced on my trim and doors in a semi gloss. I gotta say it’s the best trim paint I’ve ever used. It stays workable for awhile and looks like I used a sprayer even though I used a brush. Really levels out nicely.
Thats a great trim paint. We like Advance especially the satin. From Sherwin William we like the Emerald Urethane semi gloss (competitor to advance), and the Duration semi gloss.
In 2021, 35-ish bucks for a gallon of Duration Home isn't happening. I just paid "on sale" $30 for a QUART of pure white semi gloss. The gallon is around 70 on sale (10% off is common). I go to SW once a week while refinishing my house and for the last year I haven't seen a 40% off sale and even 40% off $80 is $48. Emerald is pushing $100 per gallon (and note, SW "gallons" are not 1 gallon but 3 27/32 quarts, or 3.63L nor 3.78L, or already 4% less than you think you are getting). I still will use this paint, because anything else I tried doesn't come close to it. Love how it flows.
Hi Peter. Thanks for keeping us posted on prices for residential users. Sherwin Williams has a major paint shortage right now (at least on the East Coast) so maybe thats why they aren't having sales. Our pricing is in the low 40's right now and its set to go up in the new year for us. Also the stock paints aren't typically a full gallon so they can add tint to it. If you want a little more bang for your buck you can have them add some white pigment to make it 'extra white #7006'. If you do that you can't return it tho if you bought too much paint. Its a great paint and we love it!
I've never used Solo. How is it to work with? Open time, coverage, dry time? Do you find that the finish holds up better than other trim paints over time? I'm interested in giving it a try.
I liked your video on the duration semi gloss for trim - I started painting the trim; the walls are a light sand color & I wasn't sure if the white looked good? The paint is satin finish - I am thinking the look may be better with the semi gloss? My original thought was to paint the trim blue? but white seems to be the trim color?
Trim color is all personal preference. If you want it to be blue and you think it looks good then go for it. In most homes the default trim color is white. White is a safe bet if you’re unsure what to go with.
I’d use either Moorglo soft gloss or MoorGuard low lustre. Those are still my go-to exterior products. I talk about them in this video: Expert Painter Reveals The BEST Outside Paint ua-cam.com/video/Lwq4U9Cd5Y4/v-deo.html
It’s a great acrylic option. If you ever need more durability, then check out Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. It’s been our go-to trim paint for the last couple of years.
I always used oil on trim , but recently used Dutch Boy urethane on some trim , and it wears like oil. I always used gloss with oil because it gradually goes flat .
This video is from a while ago. Our go-to trim paint right now is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. It’s a hybrid and performs similarly to oil. Much like the paint you’re describing. We usually use the semi-gloss cause that’s the finish we like.
I’ve painted our entire house with SW duration wall paint. All of our colors are light neutral colors but we are working on an entry way doing a dark dark green in duration matte. The problem I’m having is it seems to be drying extremely quick. I can trim around ceiling/doors and it doesn’t seem to stay wet. When I go back to roll the roller is pulling the brushed portion off the wall. Again I’ve never had this problem with the duration before but this is our first time using matte finish. This is a very small foyer. Any advice? Oh we also used 2 coats of the SW PVA primer after we removed old wallpaper that was on the walls
I’ve not had that happen with duration, but I have experienced it with other products. Ultra deep base paints can sometimes behave oddly. If you’re going to stick with the paint you have, then let the cut-ins dry before you roll into them. I know that may sound odd, but if the cut ins are dry then they won’t pull off when you roll into them. The other thing to consider is bumping up to emerald matte. In my experience it performs much better in the darker colors than duration. Emerald is our current go-to wall paint.
@ thanks for the reply! I had actually already ordered the Emerald but wanted to make sure I wasn’t crazy since I had never had the issue before. I live in the small town of Hayti,MO so I couldn’t get the emerald matte for some reason, so had to go with flat, but the room never sees everyday traffic and we didn’t want any sheen anyway so hoping for a better result.
I know this is an older video and you use Emerald for trim now. However, I already used SW Duration, Extra white, semi gloss on some of the trim in my home. I am just a DIY not a professional by any means in fact, this is my first time painting trim. I really like how easy Duration is to work with. Looks great and no brush strokes or drips. Do you think I can just continue to use Duration for the rest of the trim and doors in my house or should I switch to the Emerald? I don't want to use the wrong product. Thank you so much for your helpful videos and advice!
There's no reason to switch over. Duration is still a great trim paint and it's super nice to work with. Emerald Urethane is also a great product, but it's a bit trickier to work with. I'd keep going forward with your Duration. Happy painting!
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thank you so much for responding. I will continue on with Duration. I really appreciate all the suggestions and tips I get from watching your videos. Great channel! 🙂
Good advice Mr. Hughes. We love Advance satin and Emerald Urethane over oil. We did some videos on Emerald Urethane, and Advance semi gloss (not satin). Great products!
I would recommend using a wall and wood primer before going over it with the urethane. Primers and finish paints are doing two different things to a surface. Prime and two top coats. This is the way...
Hi, we built our house 18 years ago & trim as never been repainted. Went to SW some months back & wanted the same paint that was used before. Found out it was oil paint & they had none or oil primer because of shortage. I was sorry to hear but also sorry because I’m very sensitive & can’t tolerate the smell of oil paint. Is the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel as bad as the oil paint? How long before any smell is gone? How long to dry? I just received a 40% off so I’m hoping theres no more shortage. How long can I store paint? I might buy now at 40% off & not use till spring. Sorry for so many questions. I love your videos, they are very helpful.
It's not a bad idea to go ahead and buy the Emerald Urethane while you have the discount. Paint will store for years as long as the cans are sealed and are kept at a reasonable temperature. The Emerald Urethane has more of an odor than latex based trim paints but it off-gases quickly and is a great option for painting over oil trim. If you are sensitive to fumes, then I'd suggest using a respirator, open windows, and keep the air moving through the work area using fans. Good luck with your project!
I have oil base painted baseboards. You seem to offer two options for painting with water based paint. First is Primer with SW Extreme Bond Primer then two coats of Duration Latex Semigloss. Second option is simply to prep and coat with two coasts of Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from SW. Is that correct?
So this is a bit of an older video. We’ve been using a new (to us at least) primer called fresh start from Benjamin Moore for our trim conversions. It’s been working well for us, and we’ve been getting a solid bond with it on oil based conversions. Once the surface is primed then you can hit it with whatever trim paint you want. Emerald Urethane is our go-to currently. You can try emerald urethane right away after you scuff sand the baseboard, but I’d do a test spot first to see if you get a good bond. Fresh Start: The Best Primer You've Never Heard Of ua-cam.com/video/jydQq4jHOnE/v-deo.html
Interesting. Well this is an older video. Our current go-to trim paint is emerald urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams. Not sure if you can get that either 🤷♂️
I've used the pro-classic in the past, and sometimes we do use it on certain jobs. However, I prefer the Duration semi-gloss for trim. In my experience its a bit easier to work with and I can get two coats to dry faster then with Pro-classic. That being said, pro-classic is a great product and I know a lot of guys that use it. 🤙
Thank you!!! That's what I'm going back to get! My entire home inside and out is Sherwin Williams but Pro classis just ruined my day. It doesn't spread AT ALL and turns into a sticky, tacky, bumpy, chalky yuk! Spraying is probably a different story.
Ugh, I know right. We had to use it on a recent job because the homeowner bought it and we ran into the same issues you described. Good luck with Duration!
One important part about part about trim paint is that it needs to be 100% acrylic or enamel. Try Coronado rust scat direct on oil based. You’ll never use anything else
Hi Igor. Appreciate the feedback. We've been trying out Emerald Urethane recently and are doing a video on it soon. We'll add Coronado rust scat to the list to try. Thanks!
Here’s our current load out: My New Paint Load Out // 2023 ua-cam.com/video/ceynEKT5loc/v-deo.html We used duration semi-gloss for a while and it’s decent for an acrylic but we’ve been using emerald urethane for all of our trim work for about 2 years now. It’s excellent. I don’t use pro-classic because it’s hot garbage
I foolishly picked eggshell for all my trim. I have 4 kids. 🤣 So gearing up to refresh all the trim and will try SW Duration in Semi Gloss. I'm the messiest and clumsiest painter and struggle so much with drips so 🤞.
Hi Kate. Duration semi is in low supply right now. If they don't have it you could try Super Paint semi gloss of Cashmere Medium Lustre at Sherwin Williams. Also those paints are priced better for residential customers, but in our opinion Duration is the best. Tape is your friend if you are on the messy side. Practice makes perfect :) Good luck!
Ok so after watching your video, I’m REPAINTING OAK kitchen cabinets. I painted over the original oak stain about 15 years ago. Let’s say I really didn’t know what I was doing!😩! I sanded and degreased then primed and then painted with water base cabinet paint from Home Depot. Don’t ask me what it was bc I have no idea!! ANYWAY, MY QUESTION IS: can I use the SW duration on my cabinets???? I have stripped them down to the bare wood (ugh such a pain!!!!!) (I bought SW Extreme Bonding Primer for the primer for the ceramic tile back splash that I’ll be painting (a whole nother story😢) and I was going to try the SWEBP on the wood as a primer…. ???? Maybe????? (I’ll take any advice on that) and after seeing the video thought why couldn’t I use the Duration as the cabinet paint over the Extreme Bonding Primer???? I’ll be brushing it btw. The oak grain doesn’t bother me that it shows thru either. Thoughts please!!!! Thanks!!!!!
Alrighty…a few things to consider. I’m not positive that the extreme bond primer will do what you want it to do over the tile, but that’s another story as you say. When we, and my buddies that paint a lot of cabinets, we use BIN Shellac based primer. You can get it at Home Depot. Then we go over it with our trim paint. My current favorite is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. A lot of guys like that product or Advance from Benjamin Moore for cabinets.
Thank you so much for responding!!!! I so appreciate any and all advice from experienced people! I will definitely look into the primer and paint as well that you suggested!!!! Thank you again!!! Now you mentioned the issue with the SW Extreme Bonding Primer and the tiles. Do you or have you or your friends had any experiences with painting the tile backsplash’s? Mine is not glass, it’s the 5x5 mocha colored ones that Lowes carried and still does. They have a very hard baked on slick finish but I need them gray!!!!! I have them behind my sink as well as the stove! ANY ADVICE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!! I have sanded them with carbon silicone sandpaper to try to “prep” them however that slick finish is there to stay. I may have the type of sandpaper backwards but maybe you will understand what I mean. Thanks again!!!!!
Yes it would. Recently we've been having a lot of success with the Fresh Start primer from Benjamin Moore. We've gotten really good adhesion on a variety of surfaces with it. Duration is a great acrylic paint. If you want something with a bit more grip and durability then you may want to check out Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Benjamin Moore.
That's a nope. We use Duration semi-gloss a fair amount still. When the job calls for a bit more durability or when we're doing certain types of trim work, then we use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. I avoid using Regal Select semi-gloss unless the client requests it.
@@SuperVassarBrothers OK, I may be confused on use. I was looking at these: ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/Lwq4U9Cd5Y4/v-deo.html
I just stumbled across your channel and I’m soooo happy to have found you!!… You get right to the point, you cover all important factors; without leaving any questions and you explain things in a simple manner that’s easy to follow & process…. I think you might be my new “go to” from now on. Questions: 1. I’m looking for a paint that will withstand remote control cars, balls, hockey pucks (kidding but not really). I just need something really really durable. I’ve tried several different products to no avail and I’ve reached such a level of desperation, that I actually contemplated using some kind of resin or epoxy as a top coat… Which I’m pretty certain isn’t even a thing. But dammit, I was gonna make it one!! 🤪🔫 So here’s my question…. Is Duration more durable than Emerald? I was all ready to buy Emerald until seeing this vid, which is also a few years old. So that brings me to my next question- Has your trim preference changed since uploading this video and if so, what are you using these days? Thanks so much!!… I can’t wait to binge watch your other videos and see what else I can learn from you.
Thanks for the kind words! Alrighty, onto your question. My trim paint preference has changed since the making of the video you watched. We still use Duration semi-gloss from time to time, but now we mostly use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel on trim and doors. Here’s the link to that review. ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html If you are looking for a product to use on walls then you may want to take a look at ScuffX from Benjamin Moore. That comes in a variety of sheens and it holds up decently well. No paint is going to be bullet proof, but the ones I mentioned do fair better than most when subjected to the abuses of children and animals. Good luck with your project and thanks for watching!
Question hopefully you didn’t already have thus question but I’m in the middle of a project and curious can I use the sherwin Williams to paint over chipping flaking trim or do I need to sand it 😩
You may be experiencing a situation where latex paint was used over oil. The latex is now flaking off the trim that we previously painted with oil. Likely you will need to sand off any of the areas that are flaking off. Then you'll need to prime those areas with an adhesion primer, or use a product like Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel that's got a higher degree of adhesion than a typical trim paint. Good luck with your project!
Emerald Urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams and advance from Benjamin Moore adhere pretty well to most surfaces. You’re probably still going to want to sand the trim with 150 grit sandpaper just to rough it up a bit. If you can’t get one of those to grip then you may need to use something like BIN shellac then go over that with your trim paint. Here’s a review I did a while back of emerald urethane: Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel | Pro Painter Review ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html
Thank you so much for all of your videos, I love watching them, very useful information. I am always painting around the house. I have never painted trims or doors before, just walls. Which paint do you suggest for doors and trims, should I go with Duration or Emerald?
Thanks for the kind words Fatima. I like Duration semi gloss the best. Emerald is great, it does seem less shiny to me. Can't go wrong with either. Good luck!
Pro Classic or Southwest Builder are Sherwin Williams trim paints. Duration is wall paint. And a scuff sand should be done before painting over a lacquer of previously painted trim.
Hi Joshua. We have used the Urethane trim enamel for when we are painting over oil based trim. Not a big fan of the Pro Classic, but know a bunch of guys like it. We've had great results with Duration semi and haven't had many complaints at all. To each is own my friend. Happy painting
Pro classic is probably my least favorite trim paint that I’ve ever used. It’s annoying to work with and I don’t like how it looks when it cures out. My current go-to trim paint is Emerald Urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams. Duration is good for an acrylic but if you want a bit more durability and adhesion then you can check out Emerald urethane
My buddies that do a lot of cabinet painting use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel or Advance from Benjamin Moore. Both are excellent products. You can check out a comparison I did of them here: ua-cam.com/video/0kdWGKEhXXU/v-deo.html
Whatever works for you my dude. We use 1/4 inch rollers if we're rolling flat panel doors with trim paint. Sometimes we use the 4 inch variety. It just depends on the style of door.
Ok made the mistake of just painting stained trim and it does just flake off ugh? So what should I do now? We are. Currently doing all of the trim in our house and I hate the brush strokes and any roller I use is leaving a texture behind. I’m just using the bulls eye primer on newer trim two coats and sand in between? So I have the left the existing casings and they are all painted
Hi. Sorry about the flaking paint, we've done that before :). For flaking paint you can sand all loose paint off. Then prime with oil primer (Binz or Kilz) or there is a bonding primer at Sherwin Williams with water cleanup that we like. Then you can paint with any latex paint after its primed. Also if you use Emerald Urethane from Sherwin Williams it can go over oil paint or even stained trim. (Oil priming is ideal tho). We typically brush all our trim except for flat panel doors which we roll with a 1/4 inch roller. The best product for eliminating brush strokes is Ben Moore Advance satin or semi gloss. It takes longer to dry and recoat but levels great. Good luck!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thank you for replying!!! I have watched so many videos and I love how you break down the paint and why you would or would not use or your favorite. It helps make sense for what problem we may or may not be having trying to diy when everything is so expensive right now!! Have a great rest of your week!
Excellent and informative video. I have just moved into a new home and every single baseboard and door needs painting. It looks like someone has used latex over oil based (house built in 1999). Do you recommend the SW emerald semi gloss or something else please?
Thank for the feedback and congrats on the new house. Prep will be important and you will need to sand or cut off any loose paint. If you paint over loose paint, no matter what the product, it will eventually peel. After you prep the loose paint, you could use Emerald Urethane in Semi gloss to go over it. I'll put the video below we did on it. If you want to go the extra mile you could use BIN shellac based primer, then use any topcoat you want. Link below. Good luck! www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-1-gal-B-I-N-Shellac-Based-White-Interior-Primer-and-Sealer-00901/100398381 ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html.
All the trim in my home is satin and my walls are flat enamel/matte. It’s beautiful. I have a 100 yr old house so I find that less sheen hides more imperfections.
I will be painting trim soon and have a closet with built in shelves unfinished. Roughly 18 linear feet by 15.5 inches for those. Would you recommend this SW paint as well for both projects?
You may want to go with a more durable trim paint for that application. Also, you will likely want to prime those unfinished shelves with a wall and wood primer. Sherwin Williams makes a great wall and wood primer. Take a look at Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. It's a hybrid trim paint that holds up well in those applications. Here's a review of that product that I did a little while ago. ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html Good luck with your project!
Have you tried SW urethane pro industrial version? it is basically the same as Emerald only cheaper. Also Pro Industrial All Surface Acrylic is designed to stick to anything if you want to avoid priming.
Thanks for the info. Remodeling at the moment. Going to spray base outside and nail in, fill holes, caulk and touch up. Walls and ceiling are painted. Waiting for flooring at the moment. Using flat stock for base. For touching up over nail holes, should I brush or small roller? Also after caulking top of base would I be painting the caulk same color as base or the caulk the wall color? Would you recommend using Floetrol as well if I touch up with brush? Thank you
Hi Jason. Since your spraying base, you may want to use a sponge mini roller to mimic the same finish. After you caulk you could try touching up just the trim, but most likely some of the caulk will get on the walls. How we do it is paint the top part of trim and get it on walls to cover everything. Once trim paint has dried for 4 hours or more we tape off trim and use wall paint over the tape which gives a straight line. Some painters may go opposite by using wall paint first, then manually touching up trim, but we find using tape gives us straighter lines and is far less annoying. Good luck!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thanks guys. Really appreciate your help. Do you have any videos on preferred methods for filling in nail holes for new baseboard? I’ve seen quite a bit of people using bondo. Thanks!
Are those paints come in diferentes white colors? I leaned that you have to choose the color depending of the color of the walls. I used simply white from valspar for my walls, so I need a whiter color, so it is contrast between them
Hi Blanca. You can get Duration semi gloss tinted to whatever white you wish. Extra white is a tint you can do. For us, we take the stock paint and have them shake it up. We don't tint it most of the time as the color white enough for us :)
Hi Rt L. Duration is the easiest to work with, but you cannot paint over oil based paints with it. Advance does the best at not leaving brush strokes, but it does have a much longer dry time and is a bit harder to work with since it drips more. We did a video on Advance as well. Hope this helps!
We like using the standard white base from Sherwin Williams which is Extra White. The color code is 7006. For kitchen cabinets I'd recommend using the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. That is a cabinet grade paint and drys harder than a lot of other options. Good luck!
@@SuperVassarBrothers That's exactly what we did. Turned our oragey oak cabinets into an incredible modern white kitchen. The emerald is excellent and we chose the extra white color. Pow!
We have used them in the past, but haven't in a while. We're usually using something like Duration semi-gloss or a hybrid like Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. Those products have a generous open time, so there's no need (at least for our applications) to use extender. I'd only use extender if I was using a product that was drying super quick. Good luck with your project!
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks so much! What will be the biggest advantage of inevesting a little more for Emerald Urethane over Duration, specifically for wood trim? The biggest thing for me is, I don't want to see brush strokes in the final product. Thank you!
We are not fans of the Pro Classic. Some guys love it, but we don't. That has been our experience. Runny, coverage is meh, and flecks. Thanks for the question.
That's a good paint. We've mainly used that finish on walls, but it could also be used on trim. I also like the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel in satin if you're looking for something with a bit more durability.
I wish you well good sir. It’s a great trim paint for being 100% acrylic. If you need something a bit more durable you can check emerald urethane trim enamel. 🫡
Gloss and high gloss are quite aggressive for interior. Sheen comes down to personal preference, so if you like that look then go for it. Most folks prefer a semi-gloss or satin finish on their trim.
We get the stock untinted white for 95% of our clients. If you want some extra white tint, go with 'Extra White'. If you get a Prefferred account, and get their sales 30% off then its more reasonable. Good luck!
Cheap paint = cheap results I’ve learned that after wasting so much MONEY! This paint is going to Last 10 years …. And u look at it everyday spend the $60-80 BUY ONCE CRY ONCE
Wow, this is interesting. I really do not like pro classic. I will definitely give duration in semi a try. I have tried many trim paints and one that stands far far ahead of the others is scuff X from Benjamin Moore. Everyone loves it. I was told SW is coming out with something similar soon called scuff guard.
Hi L.S. Thanks for the feedback. We like Scuff X as well. In our opinion Duration semi is easier to work with. Scuff X does grip a bit better and dries harder. Can't go wrong with either, may come down to personal preference.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Duration can't be as durable/washable as scuff x though? How do you address when a client asks why you are using a wall paint on trim and not a trim designed paint line?
I had to use Duration for trim because of the paint shortage and it was awful. 2 coats 914 white and still couldn't cover trim that was already white. just pay the extra 10 for Emerald or eurathane
Hi David. We will be doing a video on the Emerald Urethane soon. We like that paint a lot and have been using it a lot more recently. I agree the Duration will take an extra coat sometimes, we have been pleased with it overall tho.
I've never used the Pro-Industrial Acrylic, but we have been using a lot of the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel and getting some solid results with it. I'll give the Pro Acrylic a try. A couple other painters have mentioned that one as well.
We've used Ben Moore Advance and liked it. Sometimes it would be a little runny for us, but most likely because we don't use it all the time. Advance grips well, has long open times, and can go over slicker surfaces. If it works for you, then stick with it.
+you know Im painter for to many years and i use serwin williams paint but for trim ad kitchen cabinets for me the best is ADVANCE de Benjamin Moore ..
It’s not bad for an acrylic. Also, this is an older video. We’ve been using Emerald Urethane Trim enamel on most of our trim work for the last 2 years. Here’s our current load out: My New Paint Load Out // 2023 ua-cam.com/video/ceynEKT5loc/v-deo.html
I just helped paint trim and it sucked because when you scratch the trim accidently for whatever reason it peels off. What starts as a little scratch turns into a larger hole where the paint peels off more and more if you pull it
What you’re experiencing is usually caused by a latex based trim paint being painted over trim that has been previously painted with oil based trim paint. The latex paint won’t bond properly to the surface and will peel off. That’s a frustrating experience. In order to fix it, the loose trim needs to be sanded off so that nothing is peeling off, then the surface needs to be primed with a bonding primer, an oil primer, or shellac, then the surface can be painted with the trim paint of you’re choosing. It’s not a fun process but we see it all the time.
Hi Carl, thanks for the kind words. You can use Acetone or nail polish remover on a rag and wipe the trim. If the paint comes off its latex. If the paint looks cleaner its oil. We did a video on Emerald Urethane trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams which can paint over any surface and has water clean up. Good luck!
Hi Alfredo. You can use duration semi gloss on top of your trim if your the flat paint was latex. I"m 99.99 percent sure it was so you'll be fine. Right now there is supply shortage at Sherwin Williams so any latex semi gloss paint will be fine
Most premium paints are "wipeable" not necessarily washable. Any time you scrub a paint you're going to disrupt the finish because you're basically lightly sanding the walls any time you scrub them. I'd recommend warm water and a paper towel for wiping things off, but you want to be careful not to scrub too vigorously.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks so much. I painted my woodwork and then a week later I painted my wall and got it on my wood work, I washed the paint of my woodwork and it all came off UGH. now I know thanks to you on what to do :)
Hi Conrad. We did a few videos on Emerald Urethane and Advance which we posted a few months ago. For most jobs we use Duration semi gloss. Our #2 is Emerald Urethane especially for slick surfaces and things like fireplace mantles and bay window sills. We don't like Pro Classic (runny, harder to work with, doesn't cover as well) and much prefer Emerald Urethane over it. Advance is great but takes a long time to dry which makes it tough to do two coats in a day. Also all the paints you listed do work and will get the job done and some painters like those better than Duration. For us we like Duration semi the best. Have a good one!
I truly dislike Proclassic. I know lot of folks like it, but I can't stand using it. One of my guys refuses to use it. I like Duration Semi-Gloss for most residential applications. It's much easier to apply and work with. For applications where more durability is needed, I use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel.
I agree.... I hate it on vertical surfaces as it tends to just "drip" down like 10-15 minutes after you use it. I painted wood lockers at a home and the horizontal surfaces were fine (you just can't work with it for too long), but the vertical were a headache, Used it on doors in the past too.... I don't buy it, but customers want to use it.
Hi Kara. Thanks for the question. I don't have any suggestions off the top of my head. You may find some luck with an interior designer search w/ Chantilly Lace on UA-cam or Google. Good luck!
I have indeed tried ProClassic. Some guys really like it, but me and my guys are not a fan. It's really a matter of what you're comfortable working with. The two trim paints we use the most are the Duration Semi-Gloss and the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. I find them to be more pleasant to work with and they both integrate well into our workflow.
@@SuperVassarBrothers ironically you replied just as I was pulling into my Sherwin-Williams store. They also suggested Emerald over Pro-Classic for trim and cabinets. I’m going to give it a try. Thanks for the info!
Hi Aliyah. For PVC board (i'm assuming its exterior) we like Benjamin Moore Moore Glo Softgloss (I know its a mouthful). Also you could use the Sherwin Williams Emerald Urethane in semi gloss. We should be doing a video on those products soon.
Hi Lisa. We don't paint a lot of furniture, but if we did maybe Benjamin Moore Advance in Satin. We did a video of it here. ua-cam.com/video/M-qEBglj_ZU/v-deo.html
I primed some door frames and other trim about two weeks ago, but didn’t top coat yet. What are the likely consequences if I top coat now, rather re-prime first? Not a situation you would face, I understand, but wondering if you have some thoughts. Thanks!
I'll put that in my queue of videos to make. The short answer is to mix all of the paint together in a large container and then pour it out from there. The technical term is called "boxing". Essentially you mix all of the paint together and then make sure to keep it well mixed/stirred as you use it. That being said, you can do everything right and still have issues with certain paints. It's happened on our job sites several times, so don't feel too bad!
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I’ve been a professional painter for 17 years, being honest everything you’re saying I already know, but I like the way you express yourself,English is not my first language so I’m going to emulate the way you talk you’ll be my English teacher from now on 😅 thank you
Hahaha, i'm glad you're finding the videos useful Carlos!
I watched ur video and purchased a gallon of the SW Duration for the door and trim. I repaint the trim and doors the same color. This was fast and one-coat coverage. Well worth the extra $ in the time it saves me. Thanks, Man
I’m glad it worked out! Thanks for watching 😃
Direct, to the point, no BS and no stupid facial expressions.
Next time we'll add the stupid facial expressions for you Mr. Wade. :)
Wow you replied to every single comment. Beast! You deserve all the subs
Thanks! My brother and I tag team the comments. We try and get to all of the new ones.
Lots of good info in this video and the comments are gold.
With a name like Smeller7 I can tell you know what your talking about. Appreciate the love. Some painters are passionate about their trim paint, hence the comments get a bit spicy. All good tho
This is my first time to paint 🎨 You provided a very most important information. Thanks
I’m glad it was helpful. Happy painting!! 😃
Thank you so very much brother. I think I have found the video that will or has given me some more confidence in sherwin-Williams paint.
I am building or rather transforming a bookcase into a shoe rack for my wife. I am finishing it with Solo semigloss. Didn’t know about that other one. Going to look into that for sure.
Sherwin people have always treated me good. Thank you and God bless you and yours.
Thanks for watching good sir. You may be interested in this video as well. I repaint a barstool with Emerald Urethane. It’s not a shoe rack but the process is similar. How To Paint A Barstool Like A Pro (No Sprayer Needed)
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I’m a professional painter, and I’ve never considered using Duration for trim. I usually opt for an Alkyd paint, but I’ll give it a try considering the price savings.
We've had a lot of success with Duration Semi-Gloss. It's our favorite trim paint to work with, but we've also been using a lot of the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel recently.
Good luck!
I just bought duration for the interior walls, emerald for the trim
I'm a union commercial painter and paperhanger in the Seattle area for the past 16 years.. the best trim paint in my opinion is hands down sherwin williams pro intustrial. Semigloss all day...
I'll check that one out. Thanks for the suggestion!
@@SuperVassarBrothers why aren't you spraying that window in the video?
Not lying but shit is pricey.
Thought you were going to say SW Procryl
thank you for the video , because I have painted walls with Duration Interior and noticed it dries very hard and durable , in fact , I had to do a sheetrock repair and had HELL sanding through the Duration paint on the wall with a palm sander !!!! no joke , like concrete !!!!!! I've never tried it on trim yet but always thought about it ..... Going to do it now , thanks for the extra info you provided here , I now have confidence to "go for it" .....
Good luck with your project!
@@SuperVassarBrothers you specifically mentioned Duration Semi-Gloss , I'm going to assume the Satin is just as durable , in case someone wants less sheen , I suspect it is .... still haven't tried it yet , I keep using Emerald just out of habit , but I'm still wanting to try Duration
My ex-brother in-law recommended the SW Duration sometime ago. Used in a few rooms of our house and Love it! Seems somewhat thinner than other brands but applies and covers fantastic. Just painted the kitchen with BM Regal. Much thicker paint that looks great but didn’t seem to go on as well as the Duration. Next room needing painting probably going back to Duration. Also need to try it on trim and interior door.
Great video! New sub.
We usually go with Duration Matte on the walls and Duration semi-gloss on the trim. That formula has worked well on our jobs for a few years now although we do end up using Regal Select on some jobs. Good luck with your project!
Don't let the viscosity of the paint fool you.. even on their wall paints you will not have to over work your brush because of it's glideability properties. Your wrist won't get as tired as even working with Cashmere. You have to work a lite harder to spread the Cashmere paint..but is also a nice line of paint to use.
nice job ! you told me what i needed to know in a short amount of time Thanx
Happy to help Michael.
Timely advice. Thankyou.
You are most welcome. Keep in mind this is an older video so the current trim paint we use has changed. You can see what I’m using now in this video if you’re interested: ua-cam.com/video/ceynEKT5loc/v-deo.htmlsi=UXK4E5YRdcGKC2uy
I used SW pro classic on trim and kitchen cabinet turn out well
I'm glad you got good results. That product can be tricky to work with.
I’m a second generation family owned painting contractor, I never even considered using Duration home for trim work. I will say Emerald urethane acrylic is my usual go to, but I may have to give Duration a try on the right project.
This video is from a while ago. Duration semi-gloss is still decent, but our current go-to is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel for trim and doors.
@@SuperVassarBrothers I just did a kitchen cabinet job using the “New “ Gallery Series from Sherwin Williams, it’s a really good product, worth checking out.
We are 42 years in the business, and use both BM and SW.. we often like BM.. BEN. Great body to it..sometimes adding .5- 1.0 of S( black) depending on situation. Great info brutha.
How does BEN compare to Regal Select semi-gloss? We've had to use it (Regal Select) on some recent jobs and I'm reminded why I dislike it.
Ben and Regal Select are similar. Ben has more body and dries to a terrific finish. Don't be fooled while it is drying, as it transitions to a smooth and covered finish. Duration..also a great choice!!
That was very helpful thank you
Appreciate it
I just purchased the Duration for all my wood trim and I just got started so it was encouraging to watch your video!
What paint would you recommend for painting wooden kitchen cabinets?
I'm glad it was helpful! Here is a link to a comparison between two good paints for cabinets. Both are good options, but each have their own bag of tricks.
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Happy painting!
Use a 2k product! You can use emerald urethane if you have to but a 2k product is unbeatable. The finish isn’t like anything else, it’s literally flawless. It won’t scratch off, it won’t peel, and it will last way longer then anything else. The companies I recommend where you can get 2k products are Centurion, Renner, or Milesi. Those are the best 2k products in my personal experience. You can’t go wrong with one of those 2k products guaranteed! There’s also a new product from Sherwin Williams called Gallery Series, it’s a 1k product and it’s made for cabinets but I would get one of the 2k products for sure.
I know I’m late to the party, but thanks for this video! It is awesome and informative!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found it helpful! 😁
I’m just your average DIY’er but I just used Benjamin Moore advanced on my trim and doors in a semi gloss. I gotta say it’s the best trim paint I’ve ever used. It stays workable for awhile and looks like I used a sprayer even though I used a brush. Really levels out nicely.
Thats a great trim paint. We like Advance especially the satin. From Sherwin William we like the Emerald Urethane semi gloss (competitor to advance), and the Duration semi gloss.
I'm a DIYer too and used BM Advance white satin on trim. If your trim was white, did the Advance yellow over time?
@@mryan4452 mine hasn’t.
In 2021, 35-ish bucks for a gallon of Duration Home isn't happening. I just paid "on sale" $30 for a QUART of pure white semi gloss. The gallon is around 70 on sale (10% off is common). I go to SW once a week while refinishing my house and for the last year I haven't seen a 40% off sale and even 40% off $80 is $48. Emerald is pushing $100 per gallon (and note, SW "gallons" are not 1 gallon but 3 27/32 quarts, or 3.63L nor 3.78L, or already 4% less than you think you are getting). I still will use this paint, because anything else I tried doesn't come close to it. Love how it flows.
Hi Peter. Thanks for keeping us posted on prices for residential users. Sherwin Williams has a major paint shortage right now (at least on the East Coast) so maybe thats why they aren't having sales. Our pricing is in the low 40's right now and its set to go up in the new year for us. Also the stock paints aren't typically a full gallon so they can add tint to it. If you want a little more bang for your buck you can have them add some white pigment to make it 'extra white #7006'. If you do that you can't return it tho if you bought too much paint. Its a great paint and we love it!
I just got 9 gallons superpaint satin discounted was over $500 bout fell over. Paint cost liquid gold now lol
Well it costs have gone up more than that, around 120 a gallon for emerald, at least they have a 30 percent discount right now
Good Information, Thanks for going in depth.
You are most welcome. Thanks for watching!
SW Solo is my go-to
I've never used Solo. How is it to work with? Open time, coverage, dry time? Do you find that the finish holds up better than other trim paints over time? I'm interested in giving it a try.
I liked your video on the duration semi gloss for trim - I started painting the trim; the walls are a light sand color & I wasn't sure if the white looked good? The paint is satin finish - I am thinking the look may be better with the semi gloss? My original thought was to paint the trim blue? but white seems to be the trim color?
Trim color is all personal preference. If you want it to be blue and you think it looks good then go for it. In most homes the default trim color is white. White is a safe bet if you’re unsure what to go with.
What paint is best for aluminum fascia?
I will be using white paint so I hear different opinions on paint especially exterior paint.
I’d use either Moorglo soft gloss or MoorGuard low lustre. Those are still my go-to exterior products. I talk about them in this video: Expert Painter Reveals The BEST Outside Paint
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I ❤ using Duration on trim and doors. My customers ❤ it more than I do! 😊👍
It’s a great acrylic option. If you ever need more durability, then check out Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. It’s been our go-to trim paint for the last couple of years.
@@SuperVassarBrothers 😊👍
I always used oil on trim , but recently used Dutch Boy urethane on some trim , and it wears like oil. I always used gloss with oil because it gradually goes flat .
This video is from a while ago. Our go-to trim paint right now is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. It’s a hybrid and performs similarly to oil. Much like the paint you’re describing. We usually use the semi-gloss cause that’s the finish we like.
I’ve painted our entire house with SW duration wall paint. All of our colors are light neutral colors but we are working on an entry way doing a dark dark green in duration matte. The problem I’m having is it seems to be drying extremely quick. I can trim around ceiling/doors and it doesn’t seem to stay wet. When I go back to roll the roller is pulling the brushed portion off the wall. Again I’ve never had this problem with the duration before but this is our first time using matte finish. This is a very small foyer. Any advice? Oh we also used 2 coats of the SW PVA primer after we removed old wallpaper that was on the walls
I’ve not had that happen with duration, but I have experienced it with other products. Ultra deep base paints can sometimes behave oddly. If you’re going to stick with the paint you have, then let the cut-ins dry before you roll into them. I know that may sound odd, but if the cut ins are dry then they won’t pull off when you roll into them.
The other thing to consider is bumping up to emerald matte. In my experience it performs much better in the darker colors than duration. Emerald is our current go-to wall paint.
@ thanks for the reply! I had actually already ordered the Emerald but wanted to make sure I wasn’t crazy since I had never had the issue before. I live in the small town of Hayti,MO so I couldn’t get the emerald matte for some reason, so had to go with flat, but the room never sees everyday traffic and we didn’t want any sheen anyway so hoping for a better result.
I know this is an older video and you use Emerald for trim now. However, I already used SW Duration, Extra white, semi gloss on some of the trim in my home. I am just a DIY not a professional by any means in fact, this is my first time painting trim. I really like how easy Duration is to work with. Looks great and no brush strokes or drips. Do you think I can just continue to use Duration for the rest of the trim and doors in my house or should I switch to the Emerald? I don't want to use the wrong product. Thank you so much for your helpful videos and advice!
There's no reason to switch over. Duration is still a great trim paint and it's super nice to work with. Emerald Urethane is also a great product, but it's a bit trickier to work with. I'd keep going forward with your Duration. Happy painting!
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thank you so much for responding. I will continue on with Duration. I really appreciate all the suggestions and tips I get from watching your videos. Great channel! 🙂
@@SuperVassarBrothers Facts!
BM..Advance Satin..esp.over oil..and generally not a bad choice for trim. It levels like an oil , dry time is exceptable and leaves a nice hard finish
Good advice Mr. Hughes. We love Advance satin and Emerald Urethane over oil. We did some videos on Emerald Urethane, and Advance semi gloss (not satin). Great products!
Do I need to prime raw wood if im using the emerald urethane paint?
I would recommend using a wall and wood primer before going over it with the urethane. Primers and finish paints are doing two different things to a surface. Prime and two top coats. This is the way...
Hi, we built our house 18 years ago & trim as never been repainted. Went to SW some months back & wanted the same paint that was used before. Found out it was oil paint & they had none or oil primer because of shortage. I was sorry to hear but also sorry because I’m very sensitive & can’t tolerate the smell of oil paint. Is the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel as bad as the oil paint? How long before any smell is gone? How long to dry? I just received a 40% off so I’m hoping theres no more shortage. How long can I store paint? I might buy now at 40% off & not use till spring. Sorry for so many questions. I love your videos, they are very helpful.
It's not a bad idea to go ahead and buy the Emerald Urethane while you have the discount. Paint will store for years as long as the cans are sealed and are kept at a reasonable temperature.
The Emerald Urethane has more of an odor than latex based trim paints but it off-gases quickly and is a great option for painting over oil trim. If you are sensitive to fumes, then I'd suggest using a respirator, open windows, and keep the air moving through the work area using fans.
Good luck with your project!
I have oil base painted baseboards. You seem to offer two options for painting with water based paint. First is Primer with SW Extreme Bond Primer then two coats of Duration Latex Semigloss. Second option is simply to prep and coat with two coasts of Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from SW. Is that correct?
So this is a bit of an older video. We’ve been using a new (to us at least) primer called fresh start from Benjamin Moore for our trim conversions. It’s been working well for us, and we’ve been getting a solid bond with it on oil based conversions. Once the surface is primed then you can hit it with whatever trim paint you want. Emerald Urethane is our go-to currently. You can try emerald urethane right away after you scuff sand the baseboard, but I’d do a test spot first to see if you get a good bond. Fresh Start: The Best Primer You've Never Heard Of
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Love your stuff but we can't get that paint over here in ireland...I did get some brushes that you recommended...best of luck for the future kid.
Interesting. Well this is an older video. Our current go-to trim paint is emerald urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams. Not sure if you can get that either 🤷♂️
interested why you use the duration wall paint and not the pro-classic trim paint
I've used the pro-classic in the past, and sometimes we do use it on certain jobs. However, I prefer the Duration semi-gloss for trim. In my experience its a bit easier to work with and I can get two coats to dry faster then with Pro-classic. That being said, pro-classic is a great product and I know a lot of guys that use it. 🤙
Proclassic is actual trim paint, levels amazing, and way more durable than wall paint.
SW Emerald Trim Urethane is some good stuff too!
This video is from several years ago. Emerald Urethane is our current go-to trim paint. It’s my favorite right now 🤙
Thank you!!! That's what I'm going back to get! My entire home inside and out is Sherwin Williams but Pro classis just ruined my day. It doesn't spread AT ALL and turns into a sticky, tacky, bumpy, chalky yuk! Spraying is probably a different story.
Ugh, I know right. We had to use it on a recent job because the homeowner bought it and we ran into the same issues you described. Good luck with Duration!
One important part about part about trim paint is that it needs to be 100% acrylic or enamel.
Try Coronado rust scat direct on oil based. You’ll never use anything else
Hi Igor. Appreciate the feedback. We've been trying out Emerald Urethane recently and are doing a video on it soon. We'll add Coronado rust scat to the list to try. Thanks!
Too bad you can't get it anymore
You have a video of brush and rolled vs sprayed?
This is the closest thing to what you’re asking about: The Top 3 Ways to Paint a Door
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i used emerald urethane and advance from ben moore in high end kitchens and prefer advance with stix primer
We've used the Advance before, but I've never paired it with the Stix primer. I've heard good things about Stix though. Thanks for watching!
Why so you choose duration over something like proclassic or emerald urethane? Great video.
Here’s our current load out: My New Paint Load Out // 2023
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We used duration semi-gloss for a while and it’s decent for an acrylic but we’ve been using emerald urethane for all of our trim work for about 2 years now. It’s excellent. I don’t use pro-classic because it’s hot garbage
I foolishly picked eggshell for all my trim. I have 4 kids. 🤣 So gearing up to refresh all the trim and will try SW Duration in Semi Gloss. I'm the messiest and clumsiest painter and struggle so much with drips so 🤞.
Hi Kate. Duration semi is in low supply right now. If they don't have it you could try Super Paint semi gloss of Cashmere Medium Lustre at Sherwin Williams. Also those paints are priced better for residential customers, but in our opinion Duration is the best. Tape is your friend if you are on the messy side. Practice makes perfect :) Good luck!
Ok so after watching your video, I’m REPAINTING OAK kitchen cabinets. I painted over the original oak stain about 15 years ago. Let’s say I really didn’t know what I was doing!😩! I sanded and degreased then primed and then painted with water base cabinet paint from Home Depot. Don’t ask me what it was bc I have no idea!! ANYWAY, MY QUESTION IS: can I use the SW duration on my cabinets???? I have stripped them down to the bare wood (ugh such a pain!!!!!) (I bought SW Extreme Bonding Primer for the primer for the ceramic tile back splash that I’ll be painting (a whole nother story😢) and I was going to try the SWEBP on the wood as a primer…. ???? Maybe????? (I’ll take any advice on that) and after seeing the video thought why couldn’t I use the Duration as the cabinet paint over the Extreme Bonding Primer???? I’ll be brushing it btw. The oak grain doesn’t bother me that it shows thru either. Thoughts please!!!! Thanks!!!!!
Alrighty…a few things to consider. I’m not positive that the extreme bond primer will do what you want it to do over the tile, but that’s another story as you say. When we, and my buddies that paint a lot of cabinets, we use BIN Shellac based primer. You can get it at Home Depot. Then we go over it with our trim paint. My current favorite is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. A lot of guys like that product or Advance from Benjamin Moore for cabinets.
Thank you so much for responding!!!! I so appreciate any and all advice from experienced people! I will definitely look into the primer and paint as well that you suggested!!!! Thank you again!!! Now you mentioned the issue with the SW Extreme Bonding Primer and the tiles. Do you or have you or your friends had any experiences with painting the tile backsplash’s? Mine is not glass, it’s the 5x5 mocha colored ones that Lowes carried and still does. They have a very hard baked on slick finish but I need them gray!!!!! I have them behind my sink as well as the stove! ANY ADVICE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!! I have sanded them with carbon silicone sandpaper to try to “prep” them however that slick finish is there to stay. I may have the type of sandpaper backwards but maybe you will understand what I mean. Thanks again!!!!!
It is silicone carbide sandpaper btw…😊
So, Duration would need a primer on oil based paint or wood?
Yes it would. Recently we've been having a lot of success with the Fresh Start primer from Benjamin Moore. We've gotten really good adhesion on a variety of surfaces with it. Duration is a great acrylic paint. If you want something with a bit more grip and durability then you may want to check out Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Benjamin Moore.
How do I get a Bm color on the sw? Would they match it at store?
Yep, the can match at the store. Sherwin Williams should have all BM colors on file. Good luck!
In a year you switched to Emerald and in 2 years Regal Select for trim. Correct?
That's a nope. We use Duration semi-gloss a fair amount still. When the job calls for a bit more durability or when we're doing certain types of trim work, then we use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. I avoid using Regal Select semi-gloss unless the client requests it.
@@SuperVassarBrothers OK, I may be confused on use. I was looking at these: ua-cam.com/video/ZjENP6httxg/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/Lwq4U9Cd5Y4/v-deo.html
I just stumbled across your channel and I’m soooo happy to have found you!!…
You get right to the point, you cover all important factors; without leaving any questions and you explain things in a simple manner that’s easy to follow & process….
I think you might be my new “go to” from now on.
Questions:
1. I’m looking for a paint that will withstand remote control cars, balls, hockey pucks (kidding but not really). I just need something really really durable. I’ve tried several different products to no avail and I’ve reached such a level of desperation, that I actually contemplated using some kind of resin or epoxy as a top coat…
Which I’m pretty certain isn’t even a thing. But dammit, I was gonna make it one!! 🤪🔫
So here’s my question….
Is Duration more durable than Emerald?
I was all ready to buy Emerald until seeing this vid, which is also a few years old. So that brings me to my next question-
Has your trim preference changed since uploading this video and if so, what are you using these days?
Thanks so much!!…
I can’t wait to binge watch your other videos and see what else I can learn from you.
Thanks for the kind words! Alrighty, onto your question. My trim paint preference has changed since the making of the video you watched. We still use Duration semi-gloss from time to time, but now we mostly use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel on trim and doors. Here’s the link to that review.
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If you are looking for a product to use on walls then you may want to take a look at ScuffX from Benjamin Moore. That comes in a variety of sheens and it holds up decently well. No paint is going to be bullet proof, but the ones I mentioned do fair better than most when subjected to the abuses of children and animals.
Good luck with your project and thanks for watching!
@@SuperVassarBrothers yesssss oh my gosh thank you so so much!!!!!
Question hopefully you didn’t already have thus question but I’m in the middle of a project and curious can I use the sherwin Williams to paint over chipping flaking trim or do I need to sand it 😩
You may be experiencing a situation where latex paint was used over oil. The latex is now flaking off the trim that we previously painted with oil. Likely you will need to sand off any of the areas that are flaking off. Then you'll need to prime those areas with an adhesion primer, or use a product like Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel that's got a higher degree of adhesion than a typical trim paint.
Good luck with your project!
@@SuperVassarBrothers I sanded the groove out of part of the trim not sure I can fix that mistake now 🥴
Newbie here, is there a a trim paint that goes over oil and latex so you don’t have to worry about it? I think my new to me house has both?
Emerald Urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams and advance from Benjamin Moore adhere pretty well to most surfaces. You’re probably still going to want to sand the trim with 150 grit sandpaper just to rough it up a bit. If you can’t get one of those to grip then you may need to use something like BIN shellac then go over that with your trim paint. Here’s a review I did a while back of emerald urethane: Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel | Pro Painter Review
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Thank you so much for all of your videos, I love watching them, very useful information. I am always painting around the house. I have never painted trims or doors before, just walls. Which paint do you suggest for doors and trims, should I go with Duration or Emerald?
Thanks for the kind words Fatima. I like Duration semi gloss the best. Emerald is great, it does seem less shiny to me. Can't go wrong with either. Good luck!
Pro Classic or Southwest Builder are Sherwin Williams trim paints. Duration is wall paint. And a scuff sand should be done before painting over a lacquer of previously painted trim.
Hi Joshua. We have used the Urethane trim enamel for when we are painting over oil based trim. Not a big fan of the Pro Classic, but know a bunch of guys like it. We've had great results with Duration semi and haven't had many complaints at all. To each is own my friend. Happy painting
I use super paint semi because on new construction homes I buy 15-20 gallons for the trim and it works fine never had a call back
Mine is Behr semi gloss marquee white. SW cans all rust under the rim eventually, and you can’t buy cans after 6 pm.
This is an older video. Our current go-to trim paint is Emerald Urethane Trim
enamel from SW.
whats your thoughts on the difference between pro clasic and duration trim paint?
Pro classic is probably my least favorite trim paint that I’ve ever used. It’s annoying to work with and I don’t like how it looks when it cures out. My current go-to trim paint is Emerald Urethane trim enamel from Sherwin Williams. Duration is good for an acrylic but if you want a bit more durability and adhesion then you can check out Emerald urethane
Is there a noticeable diff between duaration and emerald wall paints. Latex ? For walls Amd trim
They’re both good. The sheens in duration are slightly shinier than the same sheens in Emerald
What is your go-to for semi-gloss cabinets?
My buddies that do a lot of cabinet painting use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel or Advance from Benjamin Moore. Both are excellent products. You can check out a comparison I did of them here: ua-cam.com/video/0kdWGKEhXXU/v-deo.html
Do you think that I can use Duration to paint my Steel door, that I got it in Homedepot...Please I need to know....Thank u.
Hi. If the steel door is primed then yes you can use Duration. If its not you will need to prime it first. Good luck!
Yeah I've been doing this quite a while but I use a 4-in 3/8 nap mini roller by purdy
Whatever works for you my dude. We use 1/4 inch rollers if we're rolling flat panel doors with trim paint. Sometimes we use the 4 inch variety. It just depends on the style of door.
How does Duration work with airless sprayer ??
It works well, but a lot of dudes spraying trim are using emerald urethane trim enamel. That’s our current go-to trim paint.
Ok made the mistake of just painting stained trim and it does just flake off ugh? So what should I do now? We are. Currently doing all of the trim in our house and I hate the brush strokes and any roller I use is leaving a texture behind. I’m just using the bulls eye primer on newer trim two coats and sand in between? So I have the left the existing casings and they are all painted
Hi. Sorry about the flaking paint, we've done that before :). For flaking paint you can sand all loose paint off. Then prime with oil primer (Binz or Kilz) or there is a bonding primer at Sherwin Williams with water cleanup that we like. Then you can paint with any latex paint after its primed. Also if you use Emerald Urethane from Sherwin Williams it can go over oil paint or even stained trim. (Oil priming is ideal tho). We typically brush all our trim except for flat panel doors which we roll with a 1/4 inch roller. The best product for eliminating brush strokes is Ben Moore Advance satin or semi gloss. It takes longer to dry and recoat but levels great. Good luck!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thank you for replying!!! I have watched so many videos and I love how you break down the paint and why you would or would not use or your favorite. It helps make sense for what problem we may or may not be having trying to diy when everything is so expensive right now!! Have a great rest of your week!
Nice video
Thanks Jim
Excellent and informative video. I have just moved into a new home and every single baseboard and door needs painting. It looks like someone has used latex over oil based (house built in 1999). Do you recommend the SW emerald semi gloss or something else please?
Thank for the feedback and congrats on the new house. Prep will be important and you will need to sand or cut off any loose paint. If you paint over loose paint, no matter what the product, it will eventually peel.
After you prep the loose paint, you could use Emerald Urethane in Semi gloss to go over it. I'll put the video below we did on it. If you want to go the extra mile you could use BIN shellac based primer, then use any topcoat you want. Link below. Good luck!
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@@SuperVassarBrothers Thank you for the link, very much appreciated.
All the trim in my home is satin and my walls are flat enamel/matte. It’s beautiful. I have a 100 yr old house so I find that less sheen hides more imperfections.
Hi Jenica. You are spot on with the "less sheen hides more imperfections." When its a 100 year old house its not imperfections.......it's character :)
I will be painting trim soon and have a closet with built in shelves unfinished. Roughly 18 linear feet by 15.5 inches for those. Would you recommend this SW paint as well for both projects?
You may want to go with a more durable trim paint for that application. Also, you will likely want to prime those unfinished shelves with a wall and wood primer. Sherwin Williams makes a great wall and wood primer. Take a look at Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams. It's a hybrid trim paint that holds up well in those applications. Here's a review of that product that I did a little while ago.
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Good luck with your project!
Have you tried SW urethane pro industrial version? it is basically the same as Emerald only cheaper. Also Pro Industrial All Surface Acrylic is designed to stick to anything if you want to avoid priming.
We may have tried it once or twice. The industrial products are great performers, sometimes the harsher smell gets to us tho. Appreciate the tip
Never avoid priming !
Pro industrial is one of the SW best products, and most of us contractors use it here in southern California couse quality and affordable prices..👍🙋
SW Pro industrial is an exterior/ interior and fast drying product.
Thanks for the info. Remodeling at the moment. Going to spray base outside and nail in, fill holes, caulk and touch up. Walls and ceiling are painted. Waiting for flooring at the moment. Using flat stock for base. For touching up over nail holes, should I brush or small roller? Also after caulking top of base would I be painting the caulk same color as base or the caulk the wall color? Would you recommend using Floetrol as well if I touch up with brush? Thank you
Hi Jason. Since your spraying base, you may want to use a sponge mini roller to mimic the same finish. After you caulk you could try touching up just the trim, but most likely some of the caulk will get on the walls. How we do it is paint the top part of trim and get it on walls to cover everything. Once trim paint has dried for 4 hours or more we tape off trim and use wall paint over the tape which gives a straight line. Some painters may go opposite by using wall paint first, then manually touching up trim, but we find using tape gives us straighter lines and is far less annoying. Good luck!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thanks guys. Really appreciate your help. Do you have any videos on preferred methods for filling in nail holes for new baseboard? I’ve seen quite a bit of people using bondo. Thanks!
Are those paints come in diferentes white colors? I leaned that you have to choose the color depending of the color of the walls. I used simply white from valspar for my walls, so I need a whiter color, so it is contrast between them
Hi Blanca. You can get Duration semi gloss tinted to whatever white you wish. Extra white is a tint you can do. For us, we take the stock paint and have them shake it up. We don't tint it most of the time as the color white enough for us :)
I load trailers of this stuff all day with a forklift. Nice to see what it looks like when it's broken down. Lol
Hahaha nice dude!
Terrific video. Is Duration more forgiving than BM Advance or SW Emerald Urethane in terms of avoiding brush marks?
Hi Rt L. Duration is the easiest to work with, but you cannot paint over oil based paints with it. Advance does the best at not leaving brush strokes, but it does have a much longer dry time and is a bit harder to work with since it drips more. We did a video on Advance as well. Hope this helps!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thank you!!
Do you have a preferred white in the SW line? This would be for trim and do you have a preference for kitchen cabinets?
We like using the standard white base from Sherwin Williams which is Extra White. The color code is 7006. For kitchen cabinets I'd recommend using the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. That is a cabinet grade paint and drys harder than a lot of other options. Good luck!
The white from home depot (Behr) is brighter
Pro classic to me is more forgiving on cabinets
@@SuperVassarBrothers
That's exactly what we did. Turned our oragey oak cabinets into an incredible modern white kitchen. The emerald is excellent and we chose the extra white color. Pow!
The Highly Reflective White base ProClassic is just as bright. Behr is better used on exteriors.
Great video! Curious if you ever use paint extenders when you do trim work?
We have used them in the past, but haven't in a while. We're usually using something like Duration semi-gloss or a hybrid like Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. Those products have a generous open time, so there's no need (at least for our applications) to use extender.
I'd only use extender if I was using a product that was drying super quick. Good luck with your project!
You can use water. Especially in warmer climate or direct sunlight.Small amounts of water will keep your paint from coagulating or getting thick.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks so much! What will be the biggest advantage of inevesting a little more for Emerald Urethane over Duration, specifically for wood trim? The biggest thing for me is, I don't want to see brush strokes in the final product. Thank you!
@@danielfeldman7913 emerald urethane self levels amazingly as long as you don't over brush it
What do you think of Sherwin Williams ProClassic SMOOTH ENAMEL FINISH SATIN?
We are not fans of the Pro Classic. Some guys love it, but we don't. That has been our experience. Runny, coverage is meh, and flecks. Thanks for the question.
How about duration interior satin?
That's a good paint. We've mainly used that finish on walls, but it could also be used on trim. I also like the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel in satin if you're looking for something with a bit more durability.
Wow I have never once used duration for trim I use it for exterior body and trim yeah sometimes rolling interior walls but never trim
Give it a try Thomas. You may like it :)
@@SuperVassarBrothers I got a big interior job I'm starting next week I am going to give duration a try on the trim. Well see
All surface enamel is really good to from Sherwin Williams
This is an older video. Our current go-to trim paint is Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. Its excellent 🤙
Hahahahahah es muy bueno. I hope mi amigo. I am about to try that paint.
I wish you well good sir. It’s a great trim paint for being 100% acrylic. If you need something a bit more durable you can check emerald urethane trim enamel. 🫡
Can I use Duration over a OIL BASE PRIMER in my basement?
Yes. Most oil based primers I'm aware of are made to grip any surface, but then you can go over them with whatever top coat you wish.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks for replying
Why wouldnt you use a high gloss or gloss paint for doors and baseboards, does it look that bad?
Gloss and high gloss are quite aggressive for interior. Sheen comes down to personal preference, so if you like that look then go for it. Most folks prefer a semi-gloss or satin finish on their trim.
How does the Duration spray with a HVLP?
I have not tried shooting it through an HVLP. A lot of the HVLPs I’ve used have been super finicky with product so I’m not sure how it would do 🤷♂️
@@SuperVassarBrothers I usually will add a little flowtrol it to spray
Which Sherwin Williams white do you recommend for trim? I'm willing to try Duration however it's now $33/quart which seems crazy expensive
We get the stock untinted white for 95% of our clients. If you want some extra white tint, go with 'Extra White'. If you get a Prefferred account, and get their sales 30% off then its more reasonable. Good luck!
Cheap paint = cheap results I’ve learned that after wasting so much MONEY!
This paint is going to
Last 10 years …. And u look at it everyday spend the $60-80
BUY ONCE
CRY ONCE
Wow, this is interesting. I really do not like pro classic. I will definitely give duration in semi a try. I have tried many trim paints and one that stands far far ahead of the others is scuff X from Benjamin Moore. Everyone loves it. I was told SW is coming out with something similar soon called scuff guard.
Hi L.S. Thanks for the feedback. We like Scuff X as well. In our opinion Duration semi is easier to work with. Scuff X does grip a bit better and dries harder. Can't go wrong with either, may come down to personal preference.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Duration can't be as durable/washable as scuff x though? How do you address when a client asks why you are using a wall paint on trim and not a trim designed paint line?
I don’t like proclassic at all either. I honestly like promar200 semigloss as my go to for trim on rental units and duration for personal homes
I had to use Duration for trim because of the paint shortage and it was awful. 2 coats 914 white and still couldn't cover trim that was already white. just pay the extra 10 for Emerald or eurathane
Hi David. We will be doing a video on the Emerald Urethane soon. We like that paint a lot and have been using it a lot more recently. I agree the Duration will take an extra coat sometimes, we have been pleased with it overall tho.
Sherwin-Williams Pro Industrial Multi-Surface Acrylic, you can put this straight over any oil based products with this
I've never used the Pro-Industrial Acrylic, but we have been using a lot of the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel and getting some solid results with it. I'll give the Pro Acrylic a try. A couple other painters have mentioned that one as well.
What about Ben Moore Advance I use it all the time for interior trim
We've used Ben Moore Advance and liked it. Sometimes it would be a little runny for us, but most likely because we don't use it all the time. Advance grips well, has long open times, and can go over slicker surfaces. If it works for you, then stick with it.
+you know Im painter for to many years and i use serwin williams paint but for trim ad kitchen cabinets for me the best is ADVANCE de Benjamin Moore ..
Mmm, Duration on trim? New to me
It’s not bad for an acrylic. Also, this is an older video. We’ve been using Emerald Urethane Trim enamel on most of our trim work for the last 2 years. Here’s our current load out: My New Paint Load Out // 2023
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I just helped paint trim and it sucked because when you scratch the trim accidently for whatever reason it peels off. What starts as a little scratch turns into a larger hole where the paint peels off more and more if you pull it
What you’re experiencing is usually caused by a latex based trim paint being painted over trim that has been previously painted with oil based trim paint. The latex paint won’t bond properly to the surface and will peel off. That’s a frustrating experience. In order to fix it, the loose trim needs to be sanded off so that nothing is peeling off, then the surface needs to be primed with a bonding primer, an oil primer, or shellac, then the surface can be painted with the trim paint of you’re choosing. It’s not a fun process but we see it all the time.
Great video. I'm a DIYer, how do I determine what type of paint was used on my woodwork(Alkyd, latex, oil), any quick and easy tips?
Hi Carl, thanks for the kind words. You can use Acetone or nail polish remover on a rag and wipe the trim. If the paint comes off its latex. If the paint looks cleaner its oil. We did a video on Emerald Urethane trim Enamel from Sherwin Williams which can paint over any surface and has water clean up. Good luck!
I painted my trim with a flat paint, can I use duration semi gloss latex paint on top of it or do I have to take the first paint first? Thanks
Hi Alfredo. You can use duration semi gloss on top of your trim if your the flat paint was latex. I"m 99.99 percent sure it was so you'll be fine. Right now there is supply shortage at Sherwin Williams so any latex semi gloss paint will be fine
I like the emerald urethane
We like Emerald urethane as well.
I've been using pro industrial alkyd urethane for a few years now. That's what the emerald mimics.
Just did some cabinets in Emerald.Awesone paint.
Is the duration semi gloss washable and scrub able?
Most premium paints are "wipeable" not necessarily washable. Any time you scrub a paint you're going to disrupt the finish because you're basically lightly sanding the walls any time you scrub them. I'd recommend warm water and a paper towel for wiping things off, but you want to be careful not to scrub too vigorously.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks so much. I painted my woodwork and then a week later I painted my wall and got it on my wood work, I washed the paint of my woodwork and it all came off UGH. now I know thanks to you on what to do :)
How about BM advance?
That’s a great product. I’ve reviewed that as well as Emerald Urethane on the channel. Emerald Urethane trim enamel is my current favorite trim paint.
Curious - how does this compare to Pro Classic or Emerald, or even BM Advance? I thought those would be the go-to wood trim paints from SW.
Hi Conrad. We did a few videos on Emerald Urethane and Advance which we posted a few months ago. For most jobs we use Duration semi gloss. Our #2 is Emerald Urethane especially for slick surfaces and things like fireplace mantles and bay window sills. We don't like Pro Classic (runny, harder to work with, doesn't cover as well) and much prefer Emerald Urethane over it. Advance is great but takes a long time to dry which makes it tough to do two coats in a day. Also all the paints you listed do work and will get the job done and some painters like those better than Duration. For us we like Duration semi the best. Have a good one!
What are your thoughts on the Proclassic trim paint compared to Duration ?
I truly dislike Proclassic. I know lot of folks like it, but I can't stand using it. One of my guys refuses to use it. I like Duration Semi-Gloss for most residential applications. It's much easier to apply and work with. For applications where more durability is needed, I use Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel.
I agree.... I hate it on vertical surfaces as it tends to just "drip" down like 10-15 minutes after you use it. I painted wood lockers at a home and the horizontal surfaces were fine (you just can't work with it for too long), but the vertical were a headache, Used it on doors in the past too.... I don't buy it, but customers want to use it.
So what shade of interior white trim color do you recommend with chantilly lace eggshell on walls?
Hi Kara. Thanks for the question. I don't have any suggestions off the top of my head. You may find some luck with an interior designer search w/ Chantilly Lace on UA-cam or Google. Good luck!
Have you tried the Sherwin-Williams
ProClassic Interior Waterbased Acrylic-Alkyd?
I have indeed tried ProClassic. Some guys really like it, but me and my guys are not a fan. It's really a matter of what you're comfortable working with. The two trim paints we use the most are the Duration Semi-Gloss and the Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel. I find them to be more pleasant to work with and they both integrate well into our workflow.
@@SuperVassarBrothers ironically you replied just as I was pulling into my Sherwin-Williams store. They also suggested Emerald over Pro-Classic for trim and cabinets. I’m going to give it a try. Thanks for the info!
Hi good day , which one can work on pvc board? Thanks
Hi Aliyah. For PVC board (i'm assuming its exterior) we like Benjamin Moore Moore Glo Softgloss (I know its a mouthful). Also you could use the Sherwin Williams Emerald Urethane in semi gloss. We should be doing a video on those products soon.
It’s for interior … going to use it as a (mini )kitchen cupboard
Thank you for your response before …
Is there a specific color you use most? A universal color?
Hi Talia. For trim stock white. We just have them shake up the can and take it right off the shelf.
What’s the best water based for furniture?
Hi Lisa. We don't paint a lot of furniture, but if we did maybe Benjamin Moore Advance in Satin. We did a video of it here. ua-cam.com/video/M-qEBglj_ZU/v-deo.html
I primed some door frames and other trim about two weeks ago, but didn’t top coat yet. What are the likely consequences if I top coat now, rather re-prime first? Not a situation you would face, I understand, but wondering if you have some thoughts. Thanks!
Your fine, go ahead and topcoat. Unless someone or a pet completely destroyed the trim in the two weeks since you primed :)
Can you explain how to get multi gallons of paint for large rooms to all match ? I got subtle shade deference’s on some walls !
I'll put that in my queue of videos to make. The short answer is to mix all of the paint together in a large container and then pour it out from there. The technical term is called "boxing". Essentially you mix all of the paint together and then make sure to keep it well mixed/stirred as you use it.
That being said, you can do everything right and still have issues with certain paints. It's happened on our job sites several times, so don't feel too bad!
@@SuperVassarBrothers thank you !