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Finding the right paint goes beyond choosing a shade and color. We've found that some of the best performing paints aren't always the most expensive.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best paints.
The best interior paints hide with as little as one coat. They claim to have low or no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), which are linked to air pollution and respiratory problems. Our recommended paints did well overall. Among those, CR Best Buys offer the best performance and price.
. . .The Ratings rank paint in order of overall score. Match paint to your local conditions. Pick a mildew-resistant paint if your home is in the shade and a dirt-resistant one if it's in an urban area. Flat and satin finishes are usually applied to the body of the house and semigloss to doors, windows, trim, etc.
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CR breaks down all the ways law enforcement can and can’t access videos from Ring cameras and other devices
Federal law allows it, but there are security cameras with stronger privacy protections
