That’s likely a semi-gloss finish because it’s the best paint for doors and trim when paired with satin. But if you’re looking at an existing paint job and wondering whether it’s satin or ...

“The key to getting patterns right on a black wall is finding the right balance. One popular approach is to paint subtle patterns in the same color but use the opposing sheen. This gives a touch ...

Black 4.0 compared to a typical black acrylic art paint. Credit: Stuart Semple Beyond its greater light absorption, the paint has also seen a usability upgrade over Semple’s past releases.

For a sheen that’s truly winning, get over the prejudice against high-shine paint and give a room or hallway light-reflecting sparkle and fresh glamour.

If you're feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of swathing an entire room in black, PPG's color marketing manager for Glidden, Misty Yeomans, suggests dipping a toe in first. "Using a black paint ...

In 1969, the black-out treatment was restricted to low-gloss paint, also known as "flat black." Textured low-gloss black, which cut down glare even more, was another improvement on the '70s.