
As professional painters, our recommendation for exterior paint usually points to Sherwin Williams. They consistently offer the best performance, price and overall value. According to JD Powers, Sherwin-Williams ranks highest in customer satisfaction among exterior paint brands. Performing very well in application; design guides; durability; and warranty/guarantee.

Duration® resists cracking, peeling, has great color retention and applies well. In many instances (2) two coats is sufficient for a professional grade finish. In addition, it has the great ability to self-prime surfaces. This attribute alone offsets cost and enhances value. Duration® Exterior Paint has excellent durability and hide, it’s formulated with PermaLast® technology allowing for long-lasting performance. Duration® is mildew-resistant and is backed by a lifetime warranty for as long as you own your home.
Quality
This high quality exterior paint from Sherwin Williams delivers on quality!
Durability
This product is extremely durable; when used on walkway treads (high foot traffic) performance was decent.
Coverage
Coverage was great! As professionals, we always apply (2) two coats. Many use just one coat application with good results.
Ease of Application
Easy to apply for a professional painter, it does as good exterior paint should! It may take a weekend warrior some practice to find the rhythm.
Clean-ability
Here is where Duration® is not a 10. Although it has extraordinary qualities you look for in a high-grade exterior paint; it doesn't clean as well as a few others currently on the market.
Author
Pro Color Painting in Jacksonville, FL. is a top-rated, award winning, licensed and insured Jacksonville painting contractor. A Paint Contractor well versed in a vast variety of high-performance coatings, epoxy floors, water-proofing, interior painting, exterior painting and wood repairs. Click here to schedule a free evaluation or call 904-451-3169