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  2. Paint sheen - Wikipedia

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    The sheen [4] or gloss level of a paint is principally determined by the ratio of resinous, adhesive binder, which solidifies after drying, and solid, powdery pigment.The more binder the coating contains, the more regular reflection will be made from its smooth surface; conversely, with less binder, grains of pigment become exposed to the surface, scattering the light and providing matte ...

  3. Read This Before Choosing Satin vs. Eggshell Paint - AOL

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    Durability and Performance of Satin Paint. Satin paint is very durable, making it great for high-traffic areas. Satin paint can easily be cleaned, though it can lose its sheen if scrubbed too roughly.

  4. Automotive paint - Wikipedia

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    Robotic arm applying paint on car parts. Automotive paint is paint used on automobiles for both protective and decorative purposes. [1] [2] Water-based acrylic polyurethane enamel paint is currently the most widely used paint for reasons including reducing paint's environmental impact. Modern automobile paint is applied in several layers, with ...

  5. Coating - Wikipedia

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    [3] [7] A pipe carrying water for a fire suppression system can be coated with a red (for identification) anticorrosion paint. Most coatings to some extent protect the substrate, such as maintenance coatings for metals and concrete. [8] A decorative coating can offer a particular reflective property, such as high gloss, satin, matte, or flat ...

  6. Read This Before Choosing Satin vs. Eggshell Paint - AOL

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    Satin paint might set you back a few extra bucks per gallon, but—per Farrow & Ball’s O’Donnell—its more durable finish will give you a longer-lasting paint job and, ultimately, more bang ...

  7. Satin or Semi-Gloss Paint? How to Choose the Perfect Finish - AOL

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  8. Orange peel (effect) - Wikipedia

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    A photo of the orange peel effect on a car door. Orange peel is a certain kind of finish that may develop on painted and cast surfaces. [1] The texture resembles the surface of the skin of an orange, hence the name "orange peel". Gloss paint sprayed on a smooth surface (such as the body of a car) should also dry into a smooth surface. However ...

  9. High-Gloss Paint May Be a High-Maintenance Finish—But ... - AOL

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    It Creates an Elevated Appeal. High-gloss paint adds an extremely glamorous look to any room. Michael Italiano from Shoreline Painting explains, “High-gloss paint elevates any room, bringing ...