Beyond the purely aesthetic aspect, the choice of a painting is also made according to its properties. Each finish has different qualities. Mat, velvet, brilliant or satin: here are tips not to be mistaken.
Each piece is its type of paint. Before embarking on renovation work, it is essential to identify your needs. Indeed, color is not the only criterion for choosing a paint. You also have to think practical and above all opt for a material adapted to the use of the part. Mate, velvet, satin or brilliant, not all finishes offer the same resistance to daily attacks. It is therefore better to make the right choice for a lasting result.
Very opaque, Mate paint absorbs light. It is generally applied to the ceiling, but its sober, chic and warm rendering also does wonders in a living room or a bedroom of adults for a cozy and cozy atmosphere. Because it does not reflect the light, it is Ideal for camouflaging defects and imperfections. She is also Very easy to apply and leave little or no traces in the passage of the roller, but it turns out Unfortunately very fragile : little resistant in the face of daily storms (friction, fingerprints, etc.), Nor is she washingable.
It’s the Painting finish the most widespread and the most versatile. Its satin finish hangs the light for a slightly shiny effect. It contains more resin than a matte paint, It is therefore more resistant. This is why it is particularly recommended in living or high passing parts, such as an entrance or a corridor, because it Easily cleans. There satin paint Also accommodates all supports, so it is an option of choice for your interior. Small drawback nevertheless, it Mask hardly defects And its application requires good preparation and a safe gesture to avoid the traces of roller as much as possible.
It offers a lacquered appearance that reflects light for a mirror effect. We usually use this type of Painting finish To enhance certain elements such as woodwork or closet doors, but it can also be applied to a section of walls for A real decorative effect. Very covering, The brilliant painting is also very resistant in the face of stains and scratches, and is deteriorated without problem. On the other hand, She does not tolerate any imperfection. For an impeccable rendering, it is therefore imperative that the support is as smooth as possible.
A little less known than the previous ones, this paint finish is generally rather used by professionals. However, it has many advantages. Halfway between mat and satinvelvet painting (we sometimes find it under the name of “semi-mat” or “semi-satain”) very slightly hooks the light, thus offering a very beautiful silky rendering, barely powdery. Easy to apply, it is, like matte paint, ideal for masking faults and, like satin painting, it can be leached. So it’s the ideal compromise for those who want a relatively matte but easy to maintain painting.
It all depends of course on your tastes and your desires, but beyond the aesthetic aspect, it is also the practical side which must dictate your choice. If you are looking for a “zero constraint” wall coating easy to maintain, opt for a laundry, satin or shiny paint, especially with children who play, who run and put their hands everywhere. The use of the part will also direct you towards one or the other.
- In a kitchen or bathroom: Better to favor a resistant painting, so a satin or shiny finish. In wet rooms, or subjected to projections, you can also opt for a glycero paint, less fragile than a water -based acrylic paint.
- In an entrance, a corridor, a child’s room: Prefer a Painting with velvet or satin finish. In the passage parts, likely to undergo everyday assaults (shocks, friction or scratches), it is better to choose a laundry material.
- In a living room, a stay, an adult bedroom: a Painting with matt finish (or velvet) will be perfect here. Ditto on a ceiling, a mat finish ensures an impeccable rendering.
(Thanks to Vanessa Kovacevic, group leader at Ripolin, for his advice.)
