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TYPES OF
INTERIOR PAINT |
When we talk about different types of interior paint, we’re
really talking about which sheen is appropriate to use in which
settings. The term sheen describes the degree of light reflection
a given paint has. And in general, the less sheen your paint has,
the less resistant it is to stains. (That’s why we recommend
using high gloss or high sheen paints on doors and in kitchens,
so they can resist the dirt accompanied by grubby hands.) But here’s
a description of each type of exterior sheen:
Interior Gloss Paint
Gloss paint is the toughest of the sheens: clean-up is a breeze
and it resists scuffs better than other types of paint. (Keep in
mind, though that high gloss paint does show surface imperfections
more than say flat latex.) But high gloss is easy clean up and
durability makes it an excellent choice for high use areas like
bathrooms and kitchens.
Interior Semi-Gloss Paint
Semi-gloss paint is likewise perfectly suited for all trimwork
as well as kitchens, bathrooms and doors. Its just as durable and
easy to clean but has slightly less shine than high-gloss interior
paint.
Interior Satin Paint
Interior satin paint offers easy clean-up and a medium sheen, making
it a good choice for walls and doors. Satin paint is also often
called eggshell or low luster interior paint.
Interior Flat Paint
Interior flat paint hides surface imperfections really well, making
it a wise choice for walls, especially if it has been marred in
some way.
Faux Finishing Techniques Or Decorative Painting
For a more complex and textured look, you may want to consider
some of the more artistic faux finishing techniques. All faux finishing
techniques follow the same basic principles: after applying a base
coat in one unifying color, you apply a glaze coat in a different
color that is somehow applied with a variety of tools for a different
affect. An example is sponging, in which you apply a base coat
of deep gray, then, using a damp sponge, apply a lighter gray on
top. Some homeowners choose to use faux finishing in an entire
room or simply as an accent technique.
Here are some commonly used faux finishing techniques that our
MyHome team would be happy to create for you:
Rag Rolling
In ragging rolling you apply a glaze topcoat by rolling a rag over
a basecoat to create a distressed look.
Frottage
A frottage technique involves rubbing a bag or plastic sheet over
a wet paint surface to create a finish similar to suede.
Sponging
Sponging is probably the easiest faux painting technique: you use
a damp sponge to apply a color glaze in the same family as the
basecoat. Sponging offers a look similar to stoneware or aged porcelein,
depending on technique and colors used.
Color Streaking & Combing
In color streaking or combing you use different tools like a wire
brush or a comb, to create striations or streaks in the basecoat.
Combing or color streaking produces a look similar to woven fabric.
Venetian Plaster
Venetian plaster creates a marble look and a smooth polished feel
through the application of various layers of colored plaster on
a basecoat. The technique is quite popular in New York City apartments.
Contact us today to discover how we can add some even more interesting
techniques like marbling or detail work to your home. |
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