Finishes

Dulux is the world's leading brand of premium quality paint. It offers the DIY user or professional help and inspiration to achieve lasting good looks. Whilst Dulux product ranges vary from country to country, as they are tailored to meet local needs, Dulux's ambition is constant around the world - to help people create a beautiful environment with confidence.

Here is a selection of the types of finishes and products available in a wide range of Dulux colours.

Matt / Flat
Flat paint is non-reflective, so it conceals surface imperfections better than paints with higher sheen levels. It gives a warm, elegant feel to the room. Well suited to living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms.

Soft sheen / Mid Sheen
A mid-sheen finish between matt and silk.

Silk / Velvet
A finish which gives a delicate shine to interior walls.

Eggshell
Compared with flat wall paints, these paints have a slightly more lustrous appearance. Eggshell is a good choice for rooms where some lustre is desired and good cleaning properties are necessary.

Gloss
This is the most highly reflective paint and also the toughest, most durable and stain-resistant. Often used on kitchen and bathroom walls, cabinets and trim.

Satin / Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paints provide a durable finish with a slightly glossy, medium-lustre appearance. Excellent for kitchens, bedrooms, children rooms and trim.

Metallic
Gives a modern metallic look, ideal for trim and accessories.

Wood Stain
A subtle translucent finish that colours and enhances the beauty of wood.

Wood Varnish
A transparent hard wearing finish, coloured or colourless, which gives a glossy finish to wood.