Matte or glossy kitchen, which is better, which one to choose

Glossy monitor

If you have a good IPS matrix, it will show a realistic image. The key feature is large viewing angles due to the lack of anti-glare, which “eats” some of the rays. However, for the same reason, it is difficult to work with such monitors in bright light.

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Advantages

When choosing between a glossy and matte monitor, you should pay attention to the advantages of the first:

brightness and contrast;
pronounced blacks, which add depth to the picture;
suitable for watching movies and games, as it creates a more contrasting and rich image, better conveying the atmosphere;
you can find relatively inexpensive options with good color reproduction.

Flaws

The weaknesses of such screens are:

Frequent glare.
Dust particles and fingerprints are visible, which can create inconvenience for owners of laptops and PCs who connect the gadget to a monitor with a glossy screen.
The eyes quickly get tired and discomfort appears.
“Mirror” effect - users’ reflections are visible in a dark screen.

Glossy tiles, pros and cons

Glossy tiles, pros and cons
The strengths of the glossy tile surface are undoubtedly brightness, volume and mirror effect. In the kitchen, where a tile surface is very often used and used, a glossy surface increases the internal volume of the room, enhances the brightness of the lighting, which, with a successful interior and design of the kitchen, creates a magnificent view and makes the kitchen more impressive and expressive. Well, the glossy surface of the tiles in the bathroom is generally a separate issue.

Even the most modest-sized bathroom, equipped with the most unpretentious plumbing fixtures and modest pieces of bathroom furniture, if properly installed with glossy tiles and subject to all necessary requirements, can turn into a luxurious, even high-status bathroom, in which it is pleasant not only to perform the necessary actions, associated with direct bath procedures, but also simply to admire and enjoy the comfortable view.

Imagine all of the above applied to a larger bathroom. And what if we add expensive and high-quality plumbing fixtures and exquisite, presentable equipment and furniture for the bathroom? It turns out just perfect for the bathroom! Such a bathtub will decorate both an apartment and a private house. It is customary to immediately show this to guests in order to feel pride from the compliments and praises lavished by the guests.

Needless to say, a glossy surface can work wonders with the visual effect of expanding and increasing illumination. This may be why not only our clients, but also the vast majority of all other people who use tiles as their chosen working material, prefer the glossy version of the surface.

Operating conditions for glossy and matte monitors

The lighting of the space should be taken into account, as each screen reflects light differently. If it is muted, glossy models are suitable. If you plan to work indoors with bright light or outdoors, it is advisable to use anti-glare gadgets. In both cases, the light source should not be directed directly at the screen, since even ultra-matte monitors do not protect against glare 100%.

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Before choosing a PC screen, you should soberly evaluate the features of glossy and matte models: if the glare of the first monitor can be reduced with a special film, then it is unlikely to be possible to make the colors brighter on the second.

Glossy devices have more contrast, so some budget models may not be suitable for those who work professionally with graphics. To understand the real quality of color rendering, you should carefully read all reviews of the desired models.

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If the screen will be used for online surfing, watching TV shows or video games, a glossy monitor like the 2E C2219B will be an excellent choice - its increased contrast will make the image even more colorful.

Most offices and coworking spaces use floor and wall lamps for lighting. Therefore, in such conditions it is better to work with a matte monitor, such as the 27" LENOVO ThinkVision S27i-10. Its anti-glare coating allows you to clearly see what is happening on the screen, even if the light source is behind you. It is advisable to use glossy models only in rooms with ceiling lighting.

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Matte tiles, pros and cons

Matte tiles pros and cons
The use of a matte type of tile surface is very often used when creating designs in a modern style, for example High-tech, Loft, Modern. The matte surface fits perfectly and perfectly adapts to the chosen design concept, and fills your kitchen or bathroom with a calm and cozy homely atmosphere. Although this depends primarily on the well-chosen direction of the overall design of a given room.

Unlike glossy surfaces, matte tiles are much more water-repellent. And in terms of wet cleaning, a matte surface is much more susceptible to removing plaque and dirt from its surface, and is less susceptible to so-called stains from wet contact with a rag or sponge.

In general, the matte surface of the tile is much calmer in terms of illusory perception. It does not irritate with excessive shine, glare, and your eyes will not be haunted by the glare from the bright light of a chandelier, lamp or lamp. The matte surface of the tile does not attract attention and concentrates on itself. But she perfectly distributes and concentrates all attention and visual perception on surrounding objects and things.

This property is very indispensable in the presence of not too expensive or not very large objects of the surrounding interior. This effect is achieved especially well if you use a competent combination of colors and colors of both the tile itself and the item or interior detail you need. Experts especially recommend using white, light, pale blue colors. Although, according to statistics, these colors are the most commonly applied and used. So the opinion of experts and practical application completely agree on this issue.

Which monitor to choose for work

When choosing a screen, it is worth considering the user’s profession - each type of activity has features that should be taken into account when choosing a glossy or matte monitor.

Kind of activity	Desired monitor	Causes
Working with numbers and text	Matte	You can sit in front of the screen for a long time, as it does not tire your eyes
Working with Images	High-quality screen with IPS matrix	Good color rendering
Online surfing, games	Glossy	Increased contrast will allow you to immerse yourself even more in the process

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Before purchasing, you need to understand where the screen will be placed and build on that. It is easier to make a final decision after testing in conditions close to future ones. This is the only way you can decide for yourself which monitor will be better: glossy or matte.

Gloss paint

Materials that give the surface a smooth texture with shine are often used for interior decoration. The degree of gloss is affected by the amount of resin in the composition: the higher it is, the more shiny the surface becomes.

By texture they are distinguished:

Semi-gloss (features a medium gloss and high wear resistance). The number of pores on the coating is minimal; after drying, the surface is not subject to external influences.
Glossy (creates a smooth finish with maximum shine). There are almost no pores on the surface, so use a damp cloth to remove dirt.

Glossy wall paint is suitable for rooms that are subject to frequent pollution:

school lobbies;
walls in entrances;
clinics and hospitals;
kindergartens, etc.

Such compositions are often used in apartments to give a glossy surface to the ceiling. The molecular structure of the coating forms a durable polymer film. It is smooth with small pores and has dust-, dirt- and water-repellent properties.

After pre-treatment, walls affected by fungus are recommended to be coated with a glossy composition (to prevent the development of harmful microflora).

Advantages and disadvantages

Painted walls with glossy paint.
Glossy coating has the following advantages:

painted surfaces become resistant to moisture (washing with detergents);
pollution is more difficult to form;
ease of painting;
shine attracts attention and creates an accent in the interior;
visually the room looks spacious due to reflection;
makes care easier;
withstands the action of chemicals.

Disadvantages of a smooth structure:

The surface for application must be flat (any defects must be eliminated; the walls must be puttied and thoroughly sanded).
The slightest dirt becomes visible on a smooth surface, so constant care is required.

To get a smooth coating, it is recommended to choose the most suitable consistency of the composition. Liquid ones leave streaks; thick ones are difficult to remove marks left by a brush.

The difference between a matte matrix and a glossy one

Working on a laptop with such a matrix is annoying and forces our eyes to make extra efforts, since the visibility of the image on the screen deteriorates. Returning to the matte screen, we can see that the color saturation , contrast and brightness of the image are not as good as on a glossy matrix. Colors may seem too muted, less bright, and pale.

Of course, a lot depends on the laptop manufacturer and production technology, but such loss of image quality is a serious drawback for some users.

Doors

Glossy doors will certainly attract attention. An interior with such elements will look gorgeous! Black color looks very beautiful, but it is better to pay attention to white options so as not to deal with the abundance of prints. In general, it is advisable to coat the door with a special oleophobic agent - this will save time and effort on cleaning.

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