If you're considering painting the interior walls of your business, you might be wondering which type of paint to use. The decision mostly comes down to personal preference, but if you want your walls to add flair and personality to your establishment, high gloss paint is the way to go. This guide explains three benefits of using high gloss paint in a commercial building.

Benefit #1: High Gloss Paint Is Durable

If your dream of having a lot of people come through your doors everyday has come true, then you need a paint that is durable. High gloss paint can take a beating from people bumping into the walls and other abuses that occur in or near the following areas:

• entrances
• dressing rooms
• special sales areas
• bathrooms

Benefit #2: High Gloss Paint Reflects Light

Use lighting strategically in your establishment and you'll find that the sheen of high gloss paint reflects the light and offers a more pleasing appearance. Because the gloss is shiny, the light brings out the color even more, making everything in your store look more appealing.

Have track lighting installed and direct them toward the walls so that the color comes out and the sheen is illuminated. Point other lighting toward wall décor so that a glow around them emits from the walls.

Depending on your personal tastes, your walls can provide a bright and exciting feel to your interior. It can also offer a subtle relaxing ambiance with the just the right amount of lighting.

Benefit #3: High Gloss Paint is Waterproof

Clean your walls with a damp clean cloth or sponge. The water won't come off because high gloss paint is waterproof. Fingerprints, smears and other substances that customers leave behind don't have to be a problem when you opt for high gloss paint. However, ask your painter for recommendations on which cleaning substances to use for more stubborn stains.

Additionally, high gloss paint will not absorb skin oils or dirt, so you can easily remove any that you see, without removing the color.

Now that you know which type of paint to use in your place of business, get as creative as you can in choosing the right color. Mix them up or stick with one throughout the building. Ask your painting contractor for ideas on how to create the exact appearance and feel that you're hoping for. Then get ready to see your business transformed into one that attracts even more customers than you already have. To learn more, speak with a business like Decorators Service Co., Inc.