The price range on SW higher priced paints ( $60 to $70 range) is totally unjustified when one looks at the ratings by independent rating outfits such as Consumer Reports. Benjamin Moore also has high prices, but at least most of their products rate very well.

What ever you do, compare "apples to apples". All manufacturers make multiple grades, very poor to very good. Ask at your paint dealer what exactly you are buying for that higher price. If your painter is supplying the paint, ask EXACTLY what line he intends to use, then call the paint store to see what he is using. It is penny wise and pound foolish to use less than top of the line paint in you home. If he is using cheap paints, it is to maximize HIS profits, not your long term performance.

I say this as a 4 decade paint contractor who often had to bid against these low lifes. The lowest bid is not necessarily the best bid! Don't forget to ask for his insurance certificate for general liability and Workman's Comp.