It’s not all black and white when it comes to choosing the type of paint for your home! Each room can benefit from the different types, so it’s important to know the pros and cons for each paint. Before you go and grab the matte shade of Periwinkle for your kitchen, read up on the facts for each type of paint and how they can fit in with your space’s needs:
High Gloss/Semi Gloss
Pro:
- Durable – can handle multiple washes
- Easiest to wash
- Extremely reflective – great for making a statement
Con:
- Can highlight imperfections on a wall
- Better used in small areas such as mouldings, doors and accent walls
Satin Finish/ Eggshell finish Pro
Pro:
- Easy to clean – usually preferred in bathrooms or kitchens
- Half glossy – the perfect balance between matte and gloss
Con:
- Less durable
Flat or Matte
Pro:
- Great representation of colour
- Hides imperfections
Con:
- Least reflective, therefore less light in the room
- Most difficult to clean due to texture
While each type of paint can work for different rooms, it’s important to do your research to pick the best suited qualities for each of your paint jobs. For full painting services, contact Flying Colours Paint, your painting experts.