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Finish Up: Choose The Perfect Commercial Wall Finish

Posted on April 8, 2019

Commercial properties take a lot of wear and tear on a daily basis. Offices and retail spaces are prone to knicks and dings. It’s important for the life of your paint to choose the perfect commercial wall finish. Having painted a large variety of commercial spaces, the pros at CertaPro of Long Beach are here to fill you in on paint finish options for your commercial space.

Besides considering the scope and timing of the project, picking a color and finish could be more important than any other decision you make. The right finish can both create an appealing space and protect your walls. Here’s a breakdown of each finish and the benefits of choosing it.

Shine for Durability

Your paint will fall on a scale of flat to glossy. The more shine a paint has in it, the more durability you will have. Paints that are glossy can be scrubbed and cleaned without damage to the underlying color. It should be considered that the shine will cause a luster in the paint and make light bounce around the walls.

For areas like halls and break rooms, a high shine paint is recommended. You can clean brushes and scuffs easily.

Flat and Matte

Flat and Matte colors will have zero shine in the color. They generally are more cost-effective by the gallon but will be nearly impossible to clean. A room that doesn’t have a lot of traffic or high use, like a board room or executive office is an appropriate place to put a flat paint.

Eggshell

Eggshell is a step above flat paint. It wears better than flat paint but keeps the shine to a minimum. This could be a good option for retail areas up high or a rarely used meeting room.

Satin

Satin is a very popular choice for a commercial wall finish. While it’s a bit shiny, falling in the middle of the spectrum, the finish is more durable. It’s a good option in many areas that are not high traffic. The minimal reflection makes it ideal for offices.

Semi-Gloss and Glossy

More often than not, commercial business spaces choose a paint in semi-gloss or glossy. Its durability of it is ideal for high-traffic reception rooms and halls. It can be cleaned so it’s good in break rooms or retail walls. Water, mud, and sticky fingers are easily scrubbed off the walls. It will be more costly at the front, but your paint job will last longer.

Do you have a commercial space that you’d like painted? Why not contact the experts at CertaPro of Long Beach for a free estimate today!

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