Gloss and opinions on colors.

Michaelpro

I'm painting my new door and trim soon and was looking for a little insight.

What sort of sheen should I use for this project? I like satin but the majority online says semi gloss.

I am leaning toward a dark purple or maybe an orange. I want a change from the reds and I think those would complement the rustic hictory roof that I have.

I'm attaching some color swatches below.

Thanks everyone!

Delicious Plum

Deep Amethyst

Fresh Grape Juice

Fresh Tangerines

Brushjockey

For deep colors like those I would without hesitation get a qt ( all you will need) of Ben Moore exterior Aura satin.

Aura Waterborne Exterior Paint - Satin Finish (631)

• Extreme hide, never more than two coats in any color
• Color Lock® Technology
• Low temperature application and greatly improved resistance to surfactant leaching in dark colors
• Superior adhesion and excellent resistance to chalking
• Delivers a high-build paint film for excellent durability
• Easy to apply with brush, roller or spray
• Soap and water clean up
• Fast dry and re-coat times
• Resistant to fading, cracking, peeling, blistering, dirt pick-up
• Provides a mildew resistant film
• Self priming in most situations

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chrisn

What he ^ said.

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Michaelpro

So a deep purple wouldn't be TO ridiculous?

Brushjockey

I help you pick the paint- the color- all yours..

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Michaelpro