Your Guide to Painting Walls and Ceilings
Painting can be a tricky job, especially ceilings, but by following our guide below, you can make the job a lot easier. It’s all about getting the right tools for the job! Here we show you what you need.
There are three main types of emulsion you can choose from – each one gives you a slightly different finish.
Vinyl silk
This has a shiny finish and is the hardest wearing of all the emulsion paints. It’s ideal for rooms that have a lot of moisture and condensation. Some manufacturers also make special kitchen and bathroom paints which are designed for rooms which get steamed up.
Vinyl soft sheen
This gives a subtle soft sheen and is more hardwearing than vinyl matt. It’s great for walls that might need lightly washing down or sponging occasionally.
Vinyl matt
This gives a non-shiny, matt finish that doesn’t show up any imperfections on the wall. This is because shinier finishes reflect back more light and highlight any bumps or dents on the wall. On the down-side, vinyl matt emulsion might not wear as well as the more glossy emulsions.