There is no difference between latex and acrylic paints. Sometimes, water based paints are referred to as "latex" even though there is absolutely no latex rubber in them. Latex, like acrylic paint, has become just a generic  label. The same stain, water resistance, and covering capabilities can be achieved by paints labeled latex or acrylic, and both have acrylic resins or vinyl in their makeup to make this possible. Better quality paints, however, have more acrylic resins than vinyl. Paints with a higher percentage of acrylic resin cost more. Vinyl is much cheaper than acrylic and is often used to mix with the acrylic to keep the cost of the paint lower. If you desire a superior paint, the best advice is to go to a professional paint store and discuss your needs with someone that can explain the chemistry and applications of better products.

Top of the line paint (always more expensive) is often superior to the cheaper, base level paint because it has more pigment-to-binder ratio, and as a result, covers better. When purchasing “oops paint,”mistints, or any other paint, try to avoid the “super gloss” sheen because this super high gloss may affect adhesion of overlaying layers. Remember that acrylic paint doesn to adhere to any surface that is oily or super shiny.