Paint and Wallpaper Selector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is quite a daunting task trying to choose the right colours for your house.  With so much choice available, it is quite easy to feel overwhelmed and make the wrong decision.  So please have a look at the helpful hints below and remember we are here to help you make the right choice. 

1) Plan the Room

Choose the fabrics, floor coverings, wall papers , etc before making a choice on the wall colour.  Try and develop an overall room scheme and then look at the paint colours that will compliment your accessories.

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2) Really Study the Colours

Get a full sample strip of coordinated colours and study the different shades to look at what colours may suit your room best.       

3)           Ask yourself the following questions:

 

· Do you like lots of colour or subtle tones?

· Are you uplifted by a bright colour scheme?

· Are you inspired by the colours of nature?

· Does a neutral palette seem dull or serene?

· Which colours remind you of a favourite place

      (the ocean, forest, or desert)?

· Do you feel calm and rested around blue?

· Do dark colours make you feel cosy or claustrophobic?

 

4) Choose the Right Paint Finish for the Job

Now you have finally chosen the colour, the other important task is choosing the correct paint finish.  Look at the room and its use and choose from the following:

Matt Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matt surface. This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Flat enamel is a paint with a durable flat, matt finish. It's a good choice for powder rooms and halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
If you can picture the very low sheen of the shell of an egg, you have an idea of how an eggshell paint finish will appear. With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too glitzy. Take care with pre-paint preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can be a bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface. imperfections, so careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.

 

 

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