Consider painting the bedroom closet to match the entire room.
When you paint your bedroom, the question inevitably comes up as to whether you should paint the closet. Consider how much wear and tear the closet gets when choosing which type of paint you'll use. Additionally, some closets are open, with the inside completely visible; you can decorate those to match the bedroom or to contrast with it. Does this Spark an idea?
Paint Basics
There are a few different kinds of paint appropriate for painting a bedroom and closet. In general terms, you have either water- or oil-based paints. Water-based paints are suitable for bedrooms and bedroom closets, as the paint contains fewer odors and dries quickly. Oil-based paints generally have a strong odor, are thicker and harder to apply and take longer to dry. Once you decide on a suitable water-based paint, you have to decide on the finish. The different sheens or finishes include gloss, semi-gloss, flat, satin or eggshell.
Gloss Paint
Paint with a gloss finish provides a highly durable and stain-resistant surface that is easy to clean. Nevertheless, when you apply this type of paint to the walls, its light-reflective properties make flaws more noticeable. It is better suited to railings, cabinets and furniture.
Semi-Gloss Paint
Often seen in kitchens and bathrooms, semi-gloss paint is suitable for frequently used areas that receive a lot of wear and fingerprints. While bedroom closets -- in particular, kids' closets -- are subject to many fingerprints and wear, the reflective glare this type of paint can create makes it fitting for cabinets and trim, rather than walls.
Satin or Eggshell Paint
Satin paint provides a stain-resistant and long-lasting surface. In addition, this paint goes by the name eggshell, which comes from the sheen -- similar to the luster on eggshells. You can wipe away dirt and grime easily with this type of paint, which comes in handy in children's rooms, including the closets.
Flat Paints
No luster or shine here; flat paints provide a no-nonsense matte finish to walls. While good at hiding surface flaws, this kind of finish does not clean as easy as satin and gloss paints. A well-used closet would not benefit as well in terms of wear and easy cleaning with flat paints.
Considerations
Use the proper rollers and brushes for the particular paint. Remove everything from the closet before you begin painting. Take the door or doors off the hinges and tape around the hinges and floorboards. Place drop cloths on the floor of the closet to protect the floor surface. In the case of a closet without doors, use the same type of paint you used to paint the rest of the bedroom to keep the appearance uniform.
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