Colors and sheens
The finish matters as much as the color. Here’s which sheen goes where, the colors our customers keep choosing, and how color changes the price.
Which sheen goes where
From no shine to high shine. The same teal on five boards, flat on the left to gloss on the right. Each has the same small dent: the shinier the finish, the more it shows, and the easier the wall is to wipe clean.
Flat / matte
Ceilings, low-traffic adult bedrooms
Hides wall flaws best; least washable.
Eggshell
Living rooms, bedrooms, hallways
A soft glow that wipes clean. Our default for walls.
Satin
Kitchens, bathrooms, kids’ rooms, exterior siding
Scrubbable and moisture resistant.
Semi-gloss
Trim, doors, cabinets
Hard, washable, and shows crisp lines.
Gloss
Front doors, railings, accents
Maximum durability and shine; shows every flaw underneath.
Colors our customers keep choosing
Bring any brand’s color; we’ll match it. These are the ones in our recent projects.
Quiet Sage
In 1 recent project
Harbor Navy
In 2 recent projects
Field Ochre
In 1 recent project
Soft Blush
Popular for nurseries
Warm Greige
In 1 recent project
Deep Teal
In 1 recent project
Cabinet White
In 4 recent projects
Slate Charcoal
Popular for front doors
These are the same adjustments the estimator uses.
No change
Same or similar color: two coats, no extra work.
Lighter over a dark color: a tinted primer and sometimes a third coat.
Deep or bold colors: they need a tinted base and careful cut lines.
Not sure what color?
Book a color visit. We bring large painted samples, look at them in your light at different times of day, and leave them on the wall so you can decide.
