Black will look rich and luxurious in a semi gloss but may appear muddy to the eye if done in a satin finish.
Painting interior doors black gloss or satin.
The higher the gloss levels on paint s sheen the more durable the paint.
But then up until a few months ago i had never considered painting my ceilings black either.
My personal preference may fall to flat paint because i like the look but most people are quite happy with eggshell paint which has a soft glow to it where the light hits.
If you re stuck between the two read this guide to help you determine which.
Iamjudy those doors are beautiful.
A few months ago i saw a quote from a designer espousing the beauty of black doors.
Both semi gloss and high gloss offer enough resilience for use on interior doors but deciding which one to use may be a.
Painted doors sw caviar a deep dark rich espresso brown.
I had never thought about painting my doors black before.
Then i wrote a piece for houzz called 11 reasons to paint your ceilings black and i was an instant convert.
Flat eggshell and satin paint are best for interior walls whereas semi gloss and gloss paint are best for trim and woodwork.
Semi gloss paint both satin and semi gloss finishes can lend a beautiful sheen to any interior paint job.
Creamy white semi gloss trim is a classic look that is inimitable with satin paints.