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Back Splash Glass paint choices and chroma

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Glass backsplash paint and chroma

Glass backsplash paint and chroma

In the last two posts, we’ve looked at chromatic properties of color. Hue is the color itself, and value is the relative lightness or darkness of the color. In this post, we’ll look at the third chromatic property – chroma. Knowing about the chromatic properties of color can help you choose the right glass backsplash paint for your kitchen or bathroom.

Chroma describes the intensity or “purity” of a color. A high-chroma color has no white, black or gray in it; it is pure. As the saturation decreases, the intensity of the color decreases. You can decrease the saturation of a color by adding white, black, gray or the complementary color to it.

Glassprimer™ is the premier glass backsplash paint

Neutral colors don’t have a high chroma value. One reason it can be difficult to describe a neutral color is because it lacks a strong chromatic characteristic. Although we think of neutral colors as being some form of brown or tan, “neutral” can refer to any hue. Neutral colors can either be light or dark.

The impact of a neutral color can’t be overstated. For the most part, neutral colors are easy to look at. That helps when you have a large expanse to cover. A high-chroma color in a large space can be visually overwhelming, but high chroma colors can be combined effectively with neutral colors to make a space “pop.”

You can combine different glass backsplash paint colors to form visually interesting patterns on the backsplash. Alternately, you can use one color of glass backsplash paint for the backsplash itself, and use complementary colors on other kitchen fixtures to enhance the entire space.

Knowing how hue, value and chroma interact with each other can help you choose the right color for your space. It’s also helpful to keep in mind that we can tint Glassprimer™ glass paint to match the paint palette of any major paint manufacturer. That means you can use glass paint for your backsplash knowing that the color you choose will blend harmoniously with the paints you choose for your walls and trim.

If you would like more information about glass backsplash paint, please visit the rest of our site, https://www.glasspaint.com.

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Permanent window paint and the effect of value

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Permanent window paint and the effect of value

Permanent window paint and the effect of value

In the last post, we looked at hue, the first of the chromatic properties that’s used to describe color. Hue is the correct term for color, so when you name a color, you’re actually referring to hue. The second chromatic property we’ll look at is value. Value comes into play when you’re choosing permanent window paint because it describes the “lightness” or “darkness” of a color.

Another word for value is “tone.” Value is independent of hue. You can best understand value by thinking of a color photograph whose color has been removed. The picture effectively becomes a black-and-white photo. You can still see the image and depth, but the color has been replaced by “grayscale.” Various values of gray help determine the contrast between objects in the image.

Permanent window paint can be a brilliant solution

Value is important because variations in value can create depth. If you intend to undertake a permanent window paint project, using colors with various values can create a beautiful, eye-catching look.

Any paint project can be transformed by using paints with various values. Whether you’re painting a wall or painting on glass, the value is what gives the paint its contrast. If you choose two or more colors that have the same or similar value, your finished project will have a “flat” look. The similarity in the value of your colors means that your colors have different hues, but they don’t contrast very much. If you work with colors with visibly different values, your finished project will have significant depth. The colors will “pop” off the surface of your project.

In a permanent window paint project, depth can really add something unique. If you’re working with a paint palette that includes a variety of colors, keep “value” in mind when you’re choosing your paint colors. A palette that has a range of values will be vibrant and pleasing to the eye. A palette whose values are all similar will produce a flat – and perhaps uninteresting – look.

In the next post, we’ll look at the third chromatic property – chroma – and how that rounds out the description of color. In the meantime, if you’re looking for permanent window paint, please visit the rest of our site at http://www.glasspaint.com.

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Glass backsplash paint color options and hue

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Glass backsplash paint and chroma

Glass back paint and hue

Sometimes, the success of a glass back paint project depends upon what the painter knows about color. In this three-part series, we’ll look at color from a technical standpoint. Learning about color can help you choose the right shade of paint for your project.

Color experts describe color in terms of three primary chromatic properties: hue, value and chroma. Today, we’ll look at the first chromatic property – hue</a.

Glass back paint comes in any color

The term hue is synonymous with color. When you identify a color – red, yellow, green, blue, etc., you’re actually identifying the chromatic property known as hue. Hue is the correct term for color. Hues are all distinct, but different hues can be combined to make other hues. The combination of hues can either be “additive” or “subtractive.”

In school, you probably learned about “primary colors.” When colored pigments are combined, you’re working with the subtractive color spectrum. The primary colors in the subtractive spectrum are red, yellow and blue. All other colors can be made by mixing various values of these colors. When all colors in the spectrum are added together, they form black. In the subtractive color spectrum, black is the combination of all colors. White, on the other hand, is the absence of color.

When colored lights are combined, you’re working with the “additive” color spectrum. The primary colors in the additive color spectrum are red, green and blue. All other colors can be made by mixing various values of these colors. When all colors in the spectrum are combined, they form white. In this model, black is the absence of color. White, on the other hand, is the presence of all colors.

In terms of a glass back paint project, you’ll be working with the subtractive color spectrum, because paint gets its colors from pigment. Every color can be produced by mixing different amounts of red, yellow and blue.

In the next post, we’ll look at the second chromatic property – value – and how that helps more fully describe color. In the meantime, if you’re working on a glass back paint project and you would like more information or you’d like to order paint, please visit the rest of our site at http://www.glasspaint.com.

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Tackle an easy glass painting project this spring

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Tackle a glass painting project this spring

Tackle a glass painting project this spring

Looking for a way to dress up your home or apartment? Consider a glass painting project. You’ll find that painting glass is easy, economical and practical. Glass is quickly becoming a preferred decorating material for residential and commercial applications. Glass painting requires no special tools, and you can complete a small project in as little as one day.

Painting on glass surfaces doesn’t requires special tools, but it does require a special paint. Ordinary paint doesn’t cure on glass because of the unique properties of a glass surface. Ordinary paints work on porous surfaces. The paint “soaks in” to the surface thanks to tiny surface imperfections. The paint dries and cures, and all is well.

Glass painting the easy way

Glass doesn’t have the same surface imperfections that typical construction materials do. There are no tiny surface imperfections that will hold paint, so ordinary paint will dry on a glass surface, but it won’t cure. That means dried paint can be easily removed with a razor blade or paint scraper. Even certain conditions, like high humidity, can reconstitute the paint, making a soft, gooey mess.

That’s where Glassprimer™ glass paint comes in. Glassprimer™ glass paint is specially formulated to change the surface of the glass, so the paint can bond to it permanently. Once the paint is cured, it will not chip or peel. Humidity will not soften the dried paint. Environmental conditions like direct sunlight won’t damage the paint, either.

This makes Glassprimer™ glass paint ideal for glass painting projects like rehabbing a glass tabletop, or a glass room divider. Back painted glass offers a unique look, and the glass surface is easy to clean and maintain. With a painted glass tabletop, you can say goodbye to water stains left by glasses, and damage caused by spills.

You can apply Glassprimer™ glass paint with a brush or roller, although we recommend a high-volume low-pressure paint sprayer. An HVLP sprayer will provide the best, most even coverage and will create a professionally finished appearance.

If you’d like more information about glass painting, or you’d like to order the best glass paint on the market, please visit us at http://www.glasspaint.com.

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More spring colors for painted glass projects

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More spring colors for painted glass

More spring colors for painted glass

In my last post, we looked at the bold colors that are making a great splash for spring. But what if you’re not ready to go for broke when it comes to painted glass? What other color options are available?

Painted glass – go big or small!

Your color choices make a statement, and if you’re trying to keep your cool, bold colors simply won’t do. In that case, consider a cool neutral color like gray. You can also use a more neutral shade of green (think “moss”) or an earthy neutral like a beige or taupe.

The great part about working with painted glass is that you can incorporate virtually any color you like into your paint palette. You can tint Glassprimer™ glass paint to match any color from any paint manufacturer. This means you can use ordinary house paint in the areas where ordinary house paint works best, and perfectly matched Glassprimer™ glass paint in the areas where only glass paint will do. Seamless color for each surface in the room!

You can laminate a single wall, for example, with painted glass panels. This is a great technique for covering up surface imperfections, or just adding a bit of character to a space.

“Industrial” is all the rage today, but there are some surfaces that don’t always look good, no matter what color you use. Poured cement may have imperfections. The sealer may not be evenly applied. Previous use may have left an indelible (and undesirable) mark on the walls. (Think rebar stains, pits, or paint that just won’t come off.) Laminated painted glass panels on the surface can not only immediately cure the visual problem, but they can also add a touch of class to the space.

If you would like more information about making painted glass, or having our paint tinted to match your planned paint palette, please visit us at Glass Paint.

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Painting glass? Consider these spring colors

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Painting glass? Consider these spring colors

Painting glass? Consider these spring colors

Like fashion, color trends change over time. Last year, whites and light pastels were the hot commodity. This year? Put the whites away! Bold, confident colors dominate paint trends. That’s helpful to know if you’re planning on painting glass this spring or summer.

Glassprimer™ makes painting glass easy

Painting glass is one of the easiest ways to update the look of a room. Whether you’re trying to update a glass tabletop or you want to give a wall a whole new look, consider ways in which you can incorporate glass into your plan.

Bold colors – including blues, reds and greens – will dominate the paint landscape in 2017. If this holds your attention, consider darker and semi-saturated blues and darker brownish reds. You can offset this approach with complementary lime green for a captivating look.

It is definitely possible to go overboard with bold colors, so choose your palette carefully. These bold shades can play off of each other well, but you’ll want to tone them down with some bright white contrasts. Use bright whites on the ceilings, trim and doors to break up colors that might otherwise be overwhelming.

If you’re planning to go bold, be sure to add as much natural light as possible. You can also provide some visual relief with light neutral furnishings and floor coverings.

Glass opens up your decorating options. You can create an elegant look by laminating glass (or Plexiglas™ to the walls. Laminating creates an unusual, luxurious surface that’s easy to clean and maintain. It can also help you “resurface” walls that may be in bad condition. Consider using it to rehabilitate a cinder block or stucco wall surface that either simply doesn’t look good or isn’t in good condition.

Painting glass is easy. The material requires minimal surface preparation. A little alcohol and steel wool, followed by a thorough drying with ordinary paper towels is all you need to do to prepare your glass or Plexiglas™ for painting.

Apply the paint using a high-volume, low pressure paint sprayer. You can find a good quality sprayer in any home improvement store. Using a HVLP paint sprayer ensures excellent, even coverage and a professional finished look.

If you’d like more information about GlassPrimer™ glass paint, or you’d like to place an order, please visit us at http://www.glasspaint.com.

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Using glass paint in the bathroom

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Using glass paint in the bathroom

Using glass paint in the bathroom

Spring is a great time to redo your paint scheme. Painting can be time consuming, so you may need to become content with working in one space at a time. One of the most logical places to start is in the bathroom. Bathrooms are relatively small in size, compared to other spaces in the house, and they have special paint needs. Glass paint works well in the bathroom, partially because it’s so rugged.

Glass paint stands up to high humidity

This paint also works well in the bathroom because it’s designed to work with surfaces most often found in the bathroom. Sanitation is of the utmost importance, so builders often use impervious surfaces in the bathroom. Tile, ceramics, glass and porcelain are all common bathroom materials.

These materials normally come in their “finished” colors, but glass opens up an interesting decorating option. Whether you’re looking to add color to one specific area of the bathroom, or you want to liven up the entire room, glass can be a low-cost, high-style addition to your space.

Unfortunately, builders don’t always choose the right building materials. They commonly use drywall in the bathroom space, but drywall surfaces are vulnerable to humidity, mold and mildew buildup. They’re also easily damaged by normal wear and tear. Painted walls don’t fare well when subjected to repeated washings, which are necessary in the bathroom.

By laminating the wall surfaces with a material like glass, you can eliminate the wear and tear that regular washings can cause. In addition, you can protect the porous wall surfaces from the humidity that builds up in the bathroom.

But how can you make glass look great? Simple! Using GlassPrimer™ glass paint, you can back paint glass and laminate it to the bathroom walls. You can choose to laminate just one area (like a back splash) or you can laminate an entire wall. Glass is easy to find and you can cut ordinary float glass to the exact shape you need.

Back painted glass looks fantastic year after year. You could simply laminate glass to the walls, but the adhesive will show through the glass, and the walls may not look very good under glass. Back painted glass, on the other hand, will not peel, chip or fade, even when exposed to high humidity and direct sunlight. The adhesive will not show through the back painted glass, and you can easily use ordinary kitchen and bathroom caulk to seal seams and joints. That will keep moisture from accumulating between the wall and the glass.

The glass surface is easy to clean and will help keep your bathroom safe and sanitary. For more information about using glass paint in the bathroom, please visit http://www.glasspaint.com.

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Back painted glass isn’t just for the kitchen

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Back painted glass isn't just for the kitchen

Back painted glass isn’t just for the kitchen

Back painted glass adds an amazing decorative touch to your kitchen or bathroom, but back painted glass isn’t just for those rooms. There’s no doubt about the value of glass surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom, where sanitation is a must. But you can use back painted glass in just about any room in the house.

Back painted glass looks great in any room

Glass is a great decorating medium. It’s not often used in homes, so it tends to add a luxury feel to a room. Painted glass that’s been laminated to an existing wall can really give a room a whole new attitude.

Glass isn’t just a decoration; it can also be a solution, especially in older homes. The danger of lead exposure from old lead paint is well known. Lead interferes with the development of a child’s brain and can cause irreversible damage or even death. No one disputes the danger of lead, but adults who come in contact with lead are also at serious risk.

Removing lead paint isn’t always an option. Lead significantly increases the durability of paint, which is why it was added to paint in the first place. Getting lead paint off the walls requires sanding or scraping, which tends to add lead dust to the air in large quantities.

Lead abatement specialists often recommend replacing lead-painted walls altogether, or keeping the walls painted regularly to seal in the lead paint. Another solution is to laminate the walls with something that will keep microscopic lead particles from escaping the paint. Wallpaper can work, but so can back painted glass.

Glass is inexpensive and can be cut to fit the walls in your home precisely. Using a thin sheet of glass reduces the amount of weight added to the walls. You can use silicone adhesive to laminate thin glass directly to the walls. Using a paint like GlassPrimer™ glass paint on your glass laminate means that your silicone adhesive won’t show through the paint. Your “glass walls” will look great. They’re easy to clean and require virtually no additional maintenance.

If you’d like more information about GlassPrimer™ glass paint, please visit http://www.glasspaint.com.

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