True Value Company TRUE VALUE PAINT MANUFACTURING. Offering a complete paint line for DIY and pro customers. True Value Company has one of the largest paint manufacturing facilities in the country and produces several millions of gallons of paint annually, sold under the EasyCare® label.

Cons. This paint is low VOC (volatile organic compound), great at resisting stains and is unlikely to fade. In our tests, it didn't withstand abrasion so not the best choice for a child's room or playroom. If you'll be doing the painting, keep in mind that it was somewhat difficult to apply and tended to spatter.

This paint is not only safer and healthier for your customers and the environment, but it's also CERTIFIED asthma and allergy friendly®. Making it one of only three paints in the country that have earned this accreditation.

Sherwin-Williams Duration prevails as one of the longest-lasting exterior paints on the market. Lighter colors, like white, beige, and grey, wear the crown of longevity due to their reflective powers. Dark colors with red or yellow undertones are more susceptible to fading as they absorb sunlight and heat.

11 Best Paint Brands to Spruce Up Your Home

1. Sherwin-Williams®
2. Benjamin Moore®
3. PPG Paint®
4. BEHR®
5. Rust-Oleum®
6. ECOS Paints®
7. Diamond Brite®
8. Kelly-Moore®

Linseed Oil Paint can last 50 to 100 years with minimal maintenance. Maintain with the Purified Organic Boiled Linseed Oil and the Linseed Oil Wax. The last coat will work as the sacrificial coat.

The good news is that if you have an unopened can of paint that has been stored properly, it's almost guaranteed to still be fine to use. Unopened latex and water-based acrylic paints can last up to 10 years and alkyd and oil-based paints can last up to 15 years.

When painting contractors seek out quality paint for their jobs, they often choose Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams – two of the best selling brands on the market. Professional painters the world over have used these paints to great success for many years.

Typically, you might get 5-10 years from latex paints and 10+ for oil paints. Anything more than that and you'll likely need to buy new paint. If you need to dispose of old paint, contact your county for further details. If you need some help with your paint project, give us a call.

The good news is that if you have an unopened can of paint that has been stored properly, it's almost guaranteed to still be fine to use. Unopened latex and water-based acrylic paints can last up to 10 years and alkyd and oil-based paints can last up to 15 years.

Can You Use Old or Expired Paint? In many cases, paint stored away from extreme temperatures and humidity is still useable long after its listed shelf life. If your paint doesn't have a spoiled odor or consistency, you can use it for touchups or new projects - though it may not result in a perfect finished product.

Read on to discover some of the best paint brands for your next interior or exterior paint project.

• Sherwin-Williams. Photo: sherwin-williams.com.
• Benjamin Moore. Photo: acehardware.com.
• Behr. Photo: homedepot.com.
• KILZ. Photo: amazon.com.
• Rust-Oleum. Photo: amazon.com.
• Valspar. Photo: lowes.com.
• Diamond Brite.
• Glidden.