Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Technical Questions Difference between semi gloss and high gloss?

hey all,

Just wondering if anyone has pics of a comparison between semi gloss and high gloss? Perhaps Axiom can post some pics of the differences?

I will NOT answer "Difference between semi gloss and high gloss?" with "the amount of gloss"

Bren R.

The shininess of the gloss.

May I re-phrase...does anyone have pictures of the 2 different sheens?

Sheesh.

Martin and Charlie?

C'mon Charles, didn't you see Robb specifically asked for pictures?

Here you go Robb...



Hope it helps.

I wouldn't pick either, go for real wood.

Thanks for the pics...they really help...

As for the semi vs full gloss, full gloss add 25% more to the real wood veneer, I just am curious if it is worth that extra price hike.

Robb, maybe head over to the local Home Depot and check out the samples they usually have there in the paint department. The Gloss just reflects alot more light than semi-gloss and Satin looks almost like there is no finish on it at all.

High gloss finishes are very tricky to get to look even so the extra cost is warranted on their end. I think it is hard to justify from a consumers point of view; unless you have the money laying around.

It's quite a dramatic difference in person - hard to show very well in a photograph, since photographing high-gloss is not easy.

You can see some high gloss products in the
Wood Studio Gallery

If I had to say it in words, I would say that the difference is one of 'depth' - the speaker looks deeper and more gem-like with the gloss. Of course, I guess it is with 12 coats applied!