Reflective finish, used in high traffic areas, such as doors, skirting & half height wall paint along hallways & stairs.
Satin is less reflective than gloss but presents a slight sheen to the surface of the painted area.
Higher sheen paints are formulated with less pigment and more binders—resins that make paint more flexible, tough, and hard-wearing. This is why satin paint is more resistant to dents, divots, scuffs, scratches, and stains, and more durable on the whole
Eggshell has a slightly more Matte appearance, mimicking the slight glow of an eggshell.
Although satin can fend off scratches, dents, and scuffs better than eggshell, if your painting surface already has these marks, eggshell will conceal them better, That’s because the lower reflectivity dulls the appearance of damages, making the surface look even and flawless.
Matte Paint is generally used in low- traffic areas like bedroom & living room walls. Its non reflective surface makes a room feel cosier and
Lime wash paint has more of a decorative purpose. Its mainly used for a more relaxed purposefully unfinished appearance, adding subtle texture to a room to add additional interest. Lime wash paint is less viscous than ordinary paint, leaving subtle brush strokes behind as it dries.
Dry brushed effect is mainly used on furnishings for an antique/ vintage feel, however it can be applied to walls as a rustic design feature.
Dry brushing has inconsistent markings, some areas can be fully painted and others can be left patchy and rough.
Wallpaper is considered a more eco friendly alternative to paint due to less toxic materials. Like panelling its used to bring interest to a space, and is used mainly as a decorative finish.
Patterned wallpaper with a 3D embossed texture - Mainly used in period/properties.
Foiled wallpaper has a reflective, metallic quality to its surface. The wallpaper may have a completely foiled surface or it may only be foiled in particular sections of the print. Close up references can help when identifying what areas are foiled.
Most commonly used wallpaper, where a pattern is printed onto the paper directly. Flat and smooth can come in matt or satin finishes, this will be specified on the SB product link.
Mural wallpaper is used to convey a textured wall or to place a whole image across the wall.
Mural wallpaper has a unique printed pattern on each roll, and can we lined up to reproduce a full texture or pattern.
Patterns don't tend to repeat on every roll.
Flocked wall paper has a raised geometry applied to the pattern, with an additional velvet texture for a luxurious feel.
Vinyl wallpaper has become increasingly popular due to its durability. The thicker the vinyl coating layer is, the more durable the wallpaper will be. Vinyl paper can be used in kitchens and bathrooms, as it can of withstanding steam.
Vinyl Wallpaper should have a subtle sheen to its surface to represent the vinyl coating.
Wall panelling is used to introduce character and interest within a room without compromising on space. Its an easy way to make a space feel cosy and timeless, and seems to be a lasting trend within interiors. The type of panelling used within a space can effect the overall style of the space; Panelling that has simple linear geometry is perfectly suited for contemporary spaces, whereas panelling that has lots of finer details might create more of a traditional overall appearance.
If wood Grain is visible, it should run along the longest edge of the panel/beading
Junctions where panels meet are very slight and shouldn't gape - they should hardly be noticeable
Wood Grain only appears on solid wood pieces, such as beading, dowel or solid wood panels
Panels made with MDF will not have Wood grain as MDF is a smooth manufactured fibreboard
Visible Wood Grain (MDF)
No Wood Grain (MDF)
No wood Grain (MDF)
Very Slight Wood Grain
No wood Grain (MDF)
Square Shaker
No Wood Grain (MDF)
No Wood Grain (MDF)
Slight Wood Grain Visible on Beading
Expensive = Wood Grain Running vertically
Inexpensive = No Wood Grain
No Wood Grain (MDF)
Wood Grain Visible
No Wood Grain
Wood Grain Visible on Beading
MDF panels so no Wood Grain
Wood grain on beading detail
A combination of wood panelling and painted, embossed wallpaper, for a highly detailed ornate appearance.
Cap (Dado Rail)
Rail
Stile Stair Panel
Stair Stringer
A dado rail is applied to the wall between 1 meter and 1.2 meter above the stairs, this then determines the height of the panelling.
Horizontal sections (Rails) are long whole panels that are applied first, so there shouldn't be any cuts within the wood.
The smaller vertical sections (Stiles) are then cut to size and fit in between the rails, at evenly measured distances. This creates an even and neat appearance.
PLEASE NOTE: In some instances (e.g Square Panelling) Stiles are applied in tall pieces first and horizontal rails can be cut to size.
a whole panel starts where the first tread begins
panels are even to one another in width height and depth
the sides of each panel line up with a tread edge
the last panel positioned at the top can continue with a flat rail edge (level with the floor) to finish the panelled section.
Panelling continues around the wall at dado height
Unlike the stair panelling, the vertical panels on walls tend to be full height pieces, and horizontal pieces are cut to size.
The junction lines appear vertically, where the short sides of the horizontal panels meet the tall sides of the vertical panels.
Gaps are only very slight, and are hardly noticeable but add subtle realism to a set.
The beading on Fielded panelled walls have slightly different Junctions, where each beading is cut at a 45 degree angle at each end, in order to seamlessly connect at a 90 degree right angle.
Acoustic wall coverings are applied to generally busier areas such as commercial spaces like offices and shared spaces with high traffic, to control noise levels . They are installed in tiled sections and generally have folded, bumpy or ribbed geometries in order to absorb sound waves. They tend to be made from sound absorbing materials with textured surfaces such as felt, cork or foam. Size, arrangements and material information will be specified by a stylist on the style board with a link to the product.
Concrete walls are a way of reinforcing an industrialised look to a space. Solid concrete walls are firstly poured into blocks and are then installed as large reinforced panels leaving behind join marks where the slabs meet. Some walls can be rendered with concrete to create a slightly more seamless look whilst still maintaining the textured concrete appearance.
uneven surface
imperfections
varied colours
Smoothed (eroded) edges
Running bond, Flemish or English Cross arrangements.
uneven mortor
Straighter bricks with defined edges.
Running or Stack bond arrangements for a neater look.
Well motored
Brick walls are very specific and varied so they may need additional references from whats on the style board. Always follow references presented on the style board or ask the stylist for additional direction.
The window ledge is generally a brick in width unless the window is sunken between two columns.
Bricks along the top of the window point vertically and follow the shape of the window.
This means the bricks can follow in a slight arch around the window frame until the bricks are horizontal.
If the window is viewed from an angle, a single row of external bricks can be seen on the other side of the glass. This may be slightly thicker in more contemporary commercial builds.
Some windows can be lined with a glazed brick to further define a feature window & increase durability.
A running bond arrangement continues around the bricked lip of a wall towards the window or door.
A stacked bond arrangement uses the depth of the brick to determine how far the wall sits beyond the window.
Residential walls tend to sit tightly to the window/door (usually a brick in length)
Commercial builds might have a deeper wall so the brick may continue further (3-4 bricks in length)
Where kitchen units meet the wall, either sealant or an up stand can be applied. Sealant is a waterproof rubbery substance and effectively seals the small gap between the wall and the kitchen units to protect the wall from water damage.
An up stand is a continuation of the worktop material and is mainly used to protect un-tiled walls. It is a slightly more robust method but sealant will still need to be used between the upstand and an uneven wall finish such as brick and tiles to seal any gaps.
An end panel is applied to the end of the fitted furniture, and is sealed with a thin line of caulking. Caulk has a matt finish so it can be painted over to create a seamless look.