When you want to make a stylish statement, consider choosing high-gloss paints for your next project. This variety of paint amplifies and reflects light to create an eye-catching, mirror-like finish that can make an area feel brighter and more spacious.
Whether you want to accommodate high-traffic rooms or busy lifestyles, glossy oil-based and water-based paints can offer the durability you need. The ideal medium depends on several factors, including the surface you plan to paint. Learn more about your options for your new home or property upgrade.
Oil-Based vs. Water-Based Paint
Typically, high-gloss effects are achieved with oil-based or water-based ingredients. Both mediums work well for different projects and personal preferences.
Sheen
If you want the highest sheen possible, an oil-based medium may work well for your project. The oil creates an impressive brilliance that’s hard to beat. The illuminance and shine may dull over long periods, offering an opportunity to refresh rooms with new styles or trends.
When you’re interested in a lower sheen level, water-based mediums are an ideal choice. The water creates a more subtle luster and keeps the surface’s gloss consistent over a longer period. You can easily maintain a cohesive look or find ways to experiment and transform your home designs over time.
Durability
Oil-based and water-based mediums can accomplish your goals in different ways. For example, oil-based ingredients dry with extreme hardness for resistance to wear and tear. That said, oil-based paints are more susceptible to cracks when exposed to harsh heat or sunlight.
High-quality water-based mediums dry hard enough to offer durability on most surfaces. Flexibility allows the paint to expand and contract. As a result, the paint can maintain a seamless appearance in areas with temperature and humidity fluctuations.
Applications
Generally, oil-based mediums work well for interior applications. The paints maintain their ideal appearance in high-traffic areas such as entryways, hallways, living spaces and playrooms. The high-gloss finish is also a good choice for cabinets, baseboards and trim throughout a home.
Water-based mediums work well for exterior applications and rooms with large windows. The ingredients create a flexible finish that is more resistant to ultraviolet (UV) rays. The paint can endure hot temperatures with its colors remaining bold, bright and true to their original shade.
Water-Based Formulas Over Oil-Based Paint
When brainstorming ways to revitalize a space, consider whether the existing surface already has an oil-based medium. While this type of surface is ideal as a foundation for oil-based paint, applying water-based formulas directly to an oil-based medium may result in flaking and cracking. This type of paint has difficulty adhering to glossy surfaces.
If water-based paint is your preferred medium, developing a smooth surface with a fine finish requires the removal of any existing gloss. The experts at Shoreline High Gloss take a thorough approach, sanding oil-based sheens off before applying a primer and paint in the preferred color.
Unique Applications
Whether you want to refresh a room or an entire property, Shoreline High Gloss can bring your vision to life. Our painters have the expertise to determine the best approach for your desired paint and application.
Slick Surfaces
With the right preparation, painting a slick surface is possible. Before the painting stage, our experts will remove the sheen. Sanding the surface allows a new coat of paint to adhere properly.
After deglossing the surface, we’ll apply an oil-based or water-based medium for a smooth, seamless finish.
Wallpaper
Wallpaper removal is ideal if you’d like a room painted. In cases where removing the wallpaper isn’t the best option, painting over it may offer a more convenient solution.
You should avoid having paint applied to a wallpaper that’s damaged beyond repair. However, painting over wallpaper is possible if the surface is in good condition.
Our experts will prepare the surface with an oil-based primer. Water-based primers can cause wallpaper to loosen from the walls, whereas oil primers avoid reactivating glue underneath the wallpaper. After our preparation, the paint will adhere to the surface properly.
Enhance the Beauty of Your Space With Shoreline High Gloss
Whether you want bold pops of color or luxurious neutrals, a high-gloss finish can become the standout feature in a room. Let the artisans at Shoreline High Gloss bring your ideas to life. With over 35 years of experience, we’re the painting experts you can trust for unmatched quality.
Our Fine Paints of Europe Master Certified company specializes in high-end gloss finishes—we’re one of the few painters in the world with these credentials. We use top-of-the-line high-gloss paints and a detailed approach to give your space the update you envision. Browse our photo gallery to see the work we’ve completed throughout New York and Palm Beach.
To get started, call us at 212-764-3059 or submit a contact form today.
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