Time and again you’ve probably heard that paint is one of the most effective and budget-friendly ways to totally transform a space. Paint helps accentuate certain features. So whether you’re trying to make a space look bigger, display your artwork, or flatter furnitures in the room, selecting the right hue is paramount. In addition to the paint color, the finish can be just as crucial in setting the tone for your space. Here’s some reasons why and how you can embrace the matte paint trend.
1. Use Matte Hue On High Traffic Areas
Thanks to the advanced technology in premium paints, matte finishes are now as durable as semi-gloss finishes and can even be used in humid areas. Matte has a low luster reflective finish that is durable, easy to clean, touches up well, and also hides minor surface imperfections.
2. Show Off Your Artwork
Polished fixtures and metallics really pop against a matte backdrop. The flat finish provides a contrast to the glossy surface of picture frames, bringing an added elegance to a gallery wall. The soft, rich look of matte paint makes it perfect for plush sitting rooms and dreamy bedrooms, the velvety finish especially highlights artworks and wall decor.
3. Be daring, try Bold, Dark Colors
Since matte paints are very high in pigment, you’ll get full coverage no matter which color you choose. Going bold when it comes to selecting a matte hue is usually the right way to go. A glossy sheen can make a bold color appear a bit too harsh or gaudy, a matte finish however, has an almost chalky appearance that softens bold colors.
4. Experiment With Stripes
Playing with stripes creates a unique illusion and contrast that draws attention to the wall. For a monochromatic look, try painting stripes of the same color but varying finishes, such as semi-gloss and matte. Although the colors are the same, the two different finishes will make it appear as if they’re two different shades.
5. Paint On Doors And Trim
If you’d rather play it safe, try experimenting on doors and trims. Using a matte finish on trims and doors will create a silky and elegant contrast against walls that have a slight sheen. While colorful walls with a white matte trim can modernize a space, dark matte trim and doors against light walls will create an especially striking look that’s unexpected.
