Get The Perfect Paint Sheen For Your Project

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I have found there is a lot of confussion surrounding the type of paint finish customers want for their woodwork. 

I get asked for a matt gloss more than you know.

I have put together this quick guide to help make sense of a confussing topic.

What is a high gloss finish

This is the most durable and easiest to clean of all. It’s super-shiny and reflects light really well. As it’s so tough, it’s the perfect choice for wooden architectural trims such as skirting boards, stair stringers, window frames, cabinets and doors. Don’t be tempted to use it for interior walls and always prepare your surface well, as gloss will show up every imperfection. Although it was very popular until the end of the 90's we very rarely are asked to apply a gloss finish nowdays, with our customers prefering Satinwood.

what is semi gloss

Gloss paint is a great paint finish for rooms with moisture such as kitchens and cloak rooms as well as architectural trims, this highly durable paint combats grease and humidity.

what is satinwood

For a paint finish with luster that isn’t too shiny, Satinwood paint is more of a velvety paint that’s easy to clean and ideal for high traffic areas such as living spaces, entryways, children’s bedrooms and playrooms. it’s a great all-rounder, we reccomend using Benjamin Moore's Scuff X. Although it is slightly more expensive than other satinwood's the finish is great and amazing when it's sprayed.

What is an egshell finish

Eggshell is named after a chicken’s egg as it has a similar look. This is a flat paint with very little sheen and it can be used to hide blemishes on walls or woodwork. It’s not as hardwearing as gloss or satinwood but works well in living areas and dining spaces as well as bedrooms.

When it comes to choosing between satinwood vs eggshell, the main thing to bear in mind is that eggshell has a lower sheen than satinwood, which means it is duller and closer to a flat or matte emulsion.

Thank you for spending the time to read our Blog, if you are considering a decorating / paint spraying project and you’d like some help or advice please feel free to get in touch. Call Trevor on 07532 778861 or email trevor@tjdecor.co.uk - TJ Painting and Decorating, Alton / Petersfield Hampshire

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Would using a Decorating company benefit you and your home?

As you know by now my name is Trevor and I am the owner of TJ Painting and Decorating.

Like most reputable decorating companies, we pride ourselves on completing a quality job, delivered on time and to budget. However we believe our customers deserve more…….. 

CLEANER HOMES 

We keep our customers’ homes far cleaner than the “average” decorator by using the latest dust free sanding equipment, temporary walls and doorways. 

LESS CLUTTERED HOMES 

Knowing where to put everything when the decorators are coming is always an issue. We recognized this and solved this problem by offer the customer the use of our storage boxes for the duration of the decorating work. A small but very much appreciated added service. 

RESPECTING OUR CUSTOMERS 

We work very strictly to our Customer Service Charter, what we say we do, we do it’s as simple as that. From arriving on time to leaving their home (sometimes) cleaner than when we found it. 

PEACE OF MIND 

All our work is guaranteed for two years from the date of completion (by Akzo Nobel / Dulux) 

THE FUTURE 

After every job we complete all our customers colour choices are entered in to our Customer Colour database. This has proved invaluable over the years saving hours of work matching long forgotten customer colour choices. 

THERE IS MORE…. 

We also offer numerous other benefits to our customers –  

Repaircare Approved Contractors  - Sash / Timber repairs using Epoxy Resin all work is guaranteed for 10 years 

Paint Spraying  - We can spray walls, ceilings, woodwork and build in furniture (MDF Cabinets etc) for customers who are looking for a superior finish. 

One Piece Bespoke Wall Murals – we can install one piece all murals on any wall anywhere, making the customers image fit exactly where it needs to be. Avoiding door and window openings even wall and light sockets. 

Training – We believe knowledge is very powerful “you are never too old to learn something new” we have recently been on the Farrow and Ball factory visit and also been involved helping Akzo Nobel / Dulux with product testing. 

 WE ARE PROUD TOO 

We are proud members of Dulux Select Decorators and Trustmark having been awarded Category and Grand winners of the Dulux Select Decorator of the Year 2018 

 Finally thank you for taking the time to read this little Blog, if you think we are the type of business you could work with please feel free to call me anytime 07532 77 88 61, if my mobile is ringing I will answer it.