One of the first things I shared when I taught Interior Design in Boston were the Principles and Elements of interior design. Although, I no longer have time to teach design, I thought I'd start a short series this Fall that shares those tips and tricks. Over the next six weeks, I'll be creating a post discussing one of the six principles.
One way to add emphasis and interest to a room is vary the elements within. I find my clients and people in general are taking more risks with their homes. I say start small and try something new in one room. Trust me, you'll be happy with the results. A hot trend we designers have been using for a while is covering a room, ceiling or piece of furniture with a super high gloss finish. In small doses, I LOVE this idea. Many clients opt to have painters spray entire rooms with this high gloss process. It delivers a very similar result to lacquer. Here are some beautiful examples of what I am talking about...just be sure your surface is in good shape, the glossier the finish the more details show (or shine)!
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| The white is so cool!! This is becoming very popular on the Cape and Islands! |
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| This is my kind of mudroom! |
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| I'm going to paint my front door in high gloss this Fall! I recommend using Fine Paints of Europe - Hollandlac finish. This color is gorgeous!! |
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| Trim in high gloss |
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| A hidden peek of high gloss is amazing too! |
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| Kitchen cabinets! |
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| This ceiling is soooo good! |
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| I used this exact color (Ben Moore - Slate Teal 2058-20) on kitchen chairs in high gloss, they turned out 👌👌👌 |
2 comments:
Julie, can I try to dissuade you from doing it yourself and hiring someone? I used black from FIne Paints Hollandlac line. I am pretty good with paint, lots of experience. Sanded, primed etc. And it was such a hot mess, I cant even tell you. It dries in a flash. However thin you go, it drips. Some areas look ok but basically Ill be hiring someone to come, sand it all off and start over.
A professional is always a good idea, thanks for sharing your tip!! xx, Julie
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