b'tech talkDoubleDuckEggBlueandReseneQuartertop tipDuck Egg Blue. These colours can be tinted into products with different sheen levels andWhen specifying a dark colour outdoors, ask applied to different surfaces to build interestfor it to be tinted into a Resene CoolColour and enhance the dynamic interplay of light andversion of your chosen formula. A Resene shadow while maintaining a unified palette. CoolColour looks like a normal colour but, Sheens in direct sunlight thanks to special pigment technology, it One of the key benefits of the Resene Totalreflects more of the suns heat so that the Colour System is being able to get the samesurface and substrate dont get as hot.colour tinted into a wide variety of formulas so that you can carry the same hue across many differentsurfacesandapplyittoarangeofasubtlemuraldesignbyapplyingaglossier substrates. However, because the way a colourtopcoat to portions of a wall or ceiling painted ultimately looks is inherently dependent on thein a low sheen or matte formula such as Resene lighting circumstances, there are instances whereSpaceCote Flat. By first masking off areas that the same colour may appear quite different whenyou want to remain the same, you can use a used across different surfaces. This is becauserollertoapplytopcoatsofReseneConcrete light hits different surfaces at different anglesClear gloss over the unmasked areas. When the andisreflectedandrefracteddifferentlybymasking is removed and the design has dried,a paint with less sheen. Flat paints, on the otherabove: Thanks to recent innovations in coatings different sheen levels. Although this effect canthe light will catch the glossier areas to revealhand,diffuselightsotheytendtoconcealtechnology, we are spoilt for choice when it occurbothindoorsandoutdoors,itisoftenthe design. This is ideal for spaces where theresurface imperfections better than paints withcomes to the breadth and variety of finishes amplified in exterior settings by the bright natureis a lot of foot traffic, such as a reception area,highersheenlevelsmakingthemagoodavailable in waterborne formulas, the substrates of direct sunlight. So, if you anticipate this effectso that passersby pick up on the effect as theychoiceforgeneraluseonwallsandceilings,they can be applied to and the level of durability they provide. Resene recently released Resene will prove bothersome to a very particular client,move through the space. especially those that are dented or rough. Lumbersider Matt, a flat alternative to Resene its recommended to choose different colours forCleartopcoatsarealsoagreatoptionWhatevertypeofprojectyoureworkingLumbersider Low Sheen that is durable enough for different surfaces. It is often better for this effectforsurfaceswhereyouwanttoincreasetheon,takingahighlyconsideredapproachtoexterior walls and weatherboards so that you can to appear like a purposeful design choice thandurabilityregardlessofwhetheryouwanttoyourselectionofResenepaints,coloursandnow get a highly desirable matte look outdoors. give the impression that something is slightly off. adjust the sheen level or not. A prime examplefinisheswillopenwideropportunitiesforWalls painted in Eco Choice approved Resene is a narrow hallway in a commercial office spacecreativecustomisationandartisticinnovationLumbersider Matt tinted to Resene Alpaca, floor Ingenious gamechangers paintedinReseneSpaceCoteLowSheen.in your projects. By exploring the diverse arrayin Resene Walk-on flooring and paving paint tinted to Resene White Linen, tall pot with handles in If your project has already been painted in lowChances are these walls will be high-touch areasof options available, designers, architects andResene Lumbersider Low Sheen tinted to Resene sheen or matte paints and you find that certainpronetosmudgesfromhandsandclothingpainterscancreatespacesthatarenotonlyWhite Linen, wooden stool in Resene Lustacryl surfaces would look better if they were glossier,rubbingupagainstthem.Thesepaintedwallsvisuallystunningbutalsoreflectiveofeachtinted to Resene Negroni with timber top finished rest assured that there are options available forcould be finished in Resene SpaceCote Clear toclients unique personality and lifestyle. in Resene Woodsman Whitewash and tall vase and changing sheen levels without having to applyadd an additional layer of wipeable durability. If youre after a specific look but arent suresmall planter in Resene Lumbersider Low Sheen additional colour coats. One of our favouritewhatproducttopick,getintouchwithyourtinted to Resene Pearl Bush. Chair from ECC, techniques is applying clear topcoats of ReseneThe importance of prep Resene representative or the staff at your localthrow from Baya, stone vessel from Asili. Projects Concrete Clear. 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