Picking the perfect paint sheen
Whether you’re looking for a colorful paint, a natural color, or one of the potentially thousands of colors, there is one thing they all have in common. Sheen.
Different sheens can have various effects. Today let’s look into what sheens right for your next project!
Flat paint creates a matte non-reflective service leaving any minor imperfections less visible. Cons to flat paint is it is not easy to clean. Keeping it to high out of reach surfaces is recommended.
Eggshell- Great choice for living rooms, hallways, and bedrooms
Eggshell is durable and does not pick up dirt easily as a flat sheen. If your walls have bumps or imperfections, by using an extra coat of eggshell can disguise them more easily than satin or high-gloss finishes. Also has a matte style finish that you are sure to like!
Satin- Great choice for rooms that get a lot of use like kitchens and bathrooms.
Satin is a great choice for places that see a lot of traffic or touching. Due to its light sheen, satin paint is ideal for areas that may need scrubbing or cleaning routinely. One call out is due to the low glossiness of the paint, you may see any divots, dents, or imperfections in the wall.
Semi Gloss- Great choice for rooms or trim due to its easy to clean nature.
Semi Gloss paint is a great choice for trim areas or for high traffic rooms that need consistent cleaning. Overall semi-gloss is more durable then satin paint and will last the test of time (and messes).
Gloss- Highest reflective paint sheen with most durable and stain resistant of all paint finishes.
Gloss paint sheen is the highest reflective paint surface but has benefits. Gloss is the most durable and toughest paint sheen. it’s glossy finish not only allows for a shine but is overall easy to clean and most stain resistant. This is perfect for trim or moulding areas!
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