6 Differences between PU Matt Finish and High Gloss Finish

Comparison, Painting Process, Wood Polishing

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Are you a new homeowner looking to transform your furniture, confused about whether you should choose between PU Matt Finish and High Gloss Finish? Before we begin, let us learn what PU Finish is and how to apply it.

What is PU Finish?

PU Paint and polish is one of the best wood finishes for wooden furniture. The paint is made up of Polyurethane. Polyurethane polymer has enclosed large molecular plastic that is elastic and durable in chemical composition, which facilitates better colour retention and moisture repulsion than paints in the market.

How to Apply the PU Polish?

For applying PU Finish, use a polish spray apply PU Polish using polish you must follow the following steps:-

Mix hardener, paint & base.
Fill the paint-thinner mixture in the spraying machine.
Spray on furniture using the spraying machine.
Coat the furniture to cover the furniture.
Take a 2-hour gap.
Second coat to furniture, for finishing and refining the already done.

What is PU Gloss Finish?

PU Gloss Finish gives a smooth texture and design to the furniture. It has a beautiful shine and radiance which gives a beautiful luster to the wooden surface. PU Gloss finish goes well when you want to add more reflection and light to the interior, and when you want more emphasis on the wood for the interior and exterior or want to balance the minimal work. PU Gloss finish wooden furniture adds luxuriousness to your home interior and makes everything look bright.

What is PU Matt Finish?

The PU Matt Finish has a smooth texture and decent shine, it looks good both on the exterior and interior. The Matt finish does last longer than gloss finish and coating, because of its low maintenance and highly enclosed molecular structure. It goes well when you are experimenting with the other decorations as well, and you do not want the furniture or wooden items to be the main part of the show. It adds simplicity and soberness to your home interior. Due to its low shine, the furniture surface doesn’t have as much reflection as the PU Gloss finish and it won’t bother your eyes as well.

5 PU Matt Finish and High Gloss Finish Difference

There is not much difference between the PU Matt and PU Gloss Finish, it has an amazing texture and design which gives a radiant look and effective shine to your furniture, we have listed 5 differences between the PU Matt and Gloss Finish.

Luxurious Look: The glossy texture looks luxurious and great on the interior furniture whereas the matte looks simple and sober when you pair it with interior decor.
Purpose: The purpose of having a gloss finish is to have an element of main attraction whereas the matt finish will serve you better when you want the furniture or decor to merge with everything available in a room or outside.
Decor work: Continuing the previously mentioned point, the more decor work goes well with matte and less with gloss.
Longevity: The longevity of the PU matte finish is more than that of a gloss finish, the gloss finish lasts for a shorter period than a matte finish.
Budget-friendly: The face value or MRP of gloss finish and matte is almost the same, but keeping the aforementioned point in mind, the PU Matt is more budget-friendly as it is a good investment for a new home buyer. But for service, PU gloss finish costs extra than pu matt because of buffing which is an additional process for PU gloss finish.
Attractive: PU Gloss finish looks welcoming and becomes the point of attraction in the home whereas the matt finish looks lively and homely.
Process to obtain finish: For PU Gloss finish an additional process (buffing) is necessary after spray whereas PU matt finish doesn’t need buffing. Buffing is a process wherein the painters use some buffing paste and tools to enhance the shine of the finish.

Conclusion

PU coating protects wooden surfaces and furniture from dust and pollutants and also increases the life of furniture. The PU Matt finish gives smooth texture and design to the furniture, with its beautiful shine and silk radiance to the surface, it is preferred because of its low maintenance and highly enclosed molecular structure, whereas PU Gloss gives a reflection and light to the interior and adds luxury. At Home Glazer, we mostly advise PU matt finish for residential as it goes well with the home interior. And we advise PU High Gloss for hotels and commercial places as it adds luxuriousness, and looks welcoming and attractive with its interior.

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FAQ

What is PU Gloss Finish?

PU Gloss Finish gives a smooth texture and design to the furniture. It has a beautiful shine and radiance which gives a beautiful luster to the wooden surface.

Which has more longevity: PU Gloss or PU Matt?

The longevity of the matt finish is more than that of a gloss finish, the gloss finish lasts for a shorter period than a matt finish.

Why use PU Matt?

The PU should be preferred for its low maintenance and highly enclosed molecular structure.

Why use PU Gloss?

Because of its low maintenance and highly enclosed molecular structure, PU Gloss has a reflection and light to the interior.