The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Paint Finish for your South Bay Home
So, You decided to schedule a painting project for your home. The first thing that’ll come to your mind as a homeowner will be, “What color will I choose?”. Believe it or not, the type of finish can make or break the look of your home.
Whether you’re repainting your Manhattan Beach living room, refreshing your Redondo Beach Kitchen, or giving your Torrance exterior new life, understanding paint finishes is key to achieving the clean, durable and costal-resistant result.
At ERB Painting, we’ve helped hundreds of South Bay homeowners choose the perfect paint finishes. This guide will help you know everything you’ll need for this project.
1. What is a paint finish?
A Paint finish refers to how flat or shiny the paint looks once it has dried - also known as the sheen. The sheen not only affects the appearance of the color but also how easy it would be to clean,
Flat - smooth, non reflective - for ceilings/bedrooms, low traffic areas
Eggshell - soft, low sheen - for living rooms, hallways
Satin - Slightly glossy - kitchens, bathrooms, high traffic areas
Semi-gloss - shiny and durable - trim, doors, cabinets
Gloss - reflective, hard finish - accent features, furniture
2. How South Bay’s costal climate affects Paint
Painting near the beach comes with it’s own challenges - salt air, humidity, and the intense sunlight can shorten the lifespan of your paint.
Humidity: The high moisture in the air can cause blistering or mildew is the wrong finish is used
Sunlight: The sun’s UV exposure fades the paint faster, especially on south-facing walls.
Salt Air: Corrosive salt can damage certain finishes over time.
That’s why at ERB Painting, we use costal-grade paints and finishes that resist fading, peeling and mildew - keeping your home looking fresh year-round.
3. How ERB Painting Helps you choose
Our team at ERB Painting makes finish selection part of every estimate. We take the time to understand your home’s lighting, traffic, climate exposure and can recommend products that will perform the best for years to come.
We only use Low-VOC paints from trusted brands like Benjamin Moore, Dunn Edwards and Sherwin-Williams ensuring beauty and durability.
Whether you’re in Torrance, Hermosa Beach, or Redondo Beach, our experienced Painters know what works best for your home.
4. Ready to refresh your home?
Your home deserves a quality and long lasting finish.
Let ERB Painting, the trusted South Bay Painting Company, help you bring your paint project to life.