Expert tips for painting doors, windows & trims

Refreshing the doors, windows and trim in a room can give it a new lease on life. In high traffic areas especially, a repaint can really transform the room, giving it a clean, crisp finish. Enamel paint is the best choice, as it breathes new life into old doors, windows and trim by giving it a durable, long lasting finish.

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Choosing the right sheen

When deciding on paint for doors, windows and trim, we recommend Dulux Aquanamel®. Featuring Smoothflow™ Technology, it helps achieve a clean, durable finish that stands up to everyday wear and tear. As a water-based enamel, Aquanamel is also more convenient to use than oil-based paints, with easy water wash-up and low odour.

Gloss

Achieve a bold, highly reflective finish that's perfect for traditional homes and feature details. Dulux® Aquanamel® Gloss offers excellent dirt and stain resistance together with a tough, hard-wearing finish that's easy to keep clean, making it ideal for doors, windows and trim. 

Semi gloss

Provides a smooth finish with a softer level of sheen than Gloss. Tough and hard wearing with excellent dirt and stain resistance, it's ideal where a more seamless transition from wall to trim is desired in contemporary interiors and exteriors.

Low gloss

For interior use only, offering a subtle finish with reduced reflectance while still delivering the durability needed for doors, windows and trim. Ideal for achieving a softer overall aesthetic and coordinating with lower sheen wall finishes.

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