When planning to give your home’s interior a new look, it’s vital to give a thought to a number of issues. Failure to which may lead to you undermining the earlier appeal, not achieving your desired look or even having to redo the whole thing again and at an additional cost. Choosing the ideal paint is perhaps the most critical aspect and undoubtedly one of the most challenging. Patriot Painters offers consultative services regarding paint choice and wall décor to customers in Cumming, Alpharetta and the surrounding area.

Comparison between Flat and Semi-Gloss Paint
Sheen/Shine: Just as the name suggests, semi-gloss coating comes with a glossy finish that reflects the light and due to its reflective nature, it is preferred on newer walls. However, it also brings out the imperfections which include nicks, dings, cracks, dry wall tape and others. Flat paint on the other hand is less shiny but masks the imperfections making them less visible. This makes it a better choice for aging walls.

Matte: Flat paint is usually referred to as matte because it doesn’t reflect light and this gives it a non-shiny appeal. Considering that most imperfections are visible when there is lots of light/reflection, matte finish is favored over semi or glossy paints when seeking to hide any aging. Nonetheless, it’s critical to first repair the cracks, dinks, dents before applying flat paints since it won’t cover-up the major imperfections.

Durability: Modern paints both semi gloss and flat has become more durable that they used to be sometime back. However, research shows that semi-gloss is more long-lasting than flat paint and is better for use in high traffic areas. The reason is that the shiny surface in g semi-gloss is a bit slippery and dirt, dust and other elements tend to slipway. Flt paint comes with a porous and less-slippery surface that makes it easy for dust dirt, stains and other elements to adhere to. It is also much easier to clean a wall painted with semi gloss compared to flat paint. The doorways, children room, entryways and other high traffic areas are better suited with semi gloss.

Water Resistance: As earlier stated semi-gloss is less porous than flat meaning that dirt is less-likely to stick on the more shiny and slippery surface. Another observation is that water and moisture tend to stick more on flat than semi gloss paints. This is why semi gloss is preferred in wet conditions such as bathroom, shower area, around the sinks or faucets.

Choosing the ideal paint for your interior isn’t always easy. In fact, many people have ended up more confused or choosing the wrong kind of paint. Fortunately, you can always consult our company and get free consultations in regard to this matter. We will help you choose the best paint to suit your lifestyle, home design, personal preference, age of your home and much more.

Give us a call today and enjoy a free consultation that will help you establish whether to go for flat or semi-gloss paint. Make the right choice, today!