Coating gloss level

Sometimes the gloss level alone can completely change how a finished product looks. Gloss is measured in % at a specific measurement angle. As a rule, the higher the gloss, the more light is reflected from the surface.

• Glossy coatings are easier to polish and clean from contamination. However, they tend to highlight surface imperfections and inadequate substrate preparation.
• Matt coatings can conceal substrate defects to some extent and are less demanding on application quality. On the other hand, cleaning a matt-coated surface is more difficult compared to glossy finishes.
• The right gloss level depends on the product's end use, customer requirements and the environment in which it will be deployed.