JewelScapes combines the beauty of smooth, colorful glass beads with the highest quality pigments and aggregates. Beadcrete is an innovative formulated pool finish system which incorporates the highest quality aggregates, polymer modified cements and pigment technologies to create a truly exquisite pool finish. The inert glass bead aggregate is beautiful to look at and smooth to the touch.
The main difference between satin and gloss paint finishes is the level of shine or sheen they provide. Satin finishes have a subtle sheen that is less shiny than gloss finishes, which have a high level of shine and reflectivity.
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It goes back to both houses for approval.
Satin and low sheen are not the same finish, although they are similar. Satin finishes typically have a higher sheen level than low sheen finishes. Satin finishes have a smooth, soft, and slightly glossy appearance, while low sheen finishes have a subtle sheen that is less glossy than satin. The main difference lies in the level of glossiness and reflectivity between the two finishes.
Oil-based polyurethane finishes are made with oil as the base and provide a more durable and long-lasting finish compared to water-based polyurethane finishes. Water-based polyurethane finishes are made with water as the base and are more environmentally friendly, dry faster, and have less odor compared to oil-based finishes.
Oil-based polyurethane finishes are made with oils and solvents, providing a durable and long-lasting finish. Water-based polyurethane finishes, on the other hand, use water as a base and dry faster with less odor. Oil-based finishes tend to have a warmer tone and amber over time, while water-based finishes remain clear and do not yellow as much.
SI is the "Standard Issue" line, subdued colors and matte finishes for military and other service uses (police etc)
Matte finishes have a flat, non-reflective surface, while glossy finishes have a shiny, reflective surface. Matte finishes are more subtle and can reduce glare, while glossy finishes enhance colors and details.
Glossy finishes have a shiny, reflective surface, while metallic finishes have a more textured, metallic sheen. In terms of durability, glossy finishes are more prone to scratches and fingerprints, while metallic finishes are generally more resistant to wear and tear.
Matte finishes have a flat, non-shiny appearance, while metallic finishes have a shiny, reflective appearance. Matte finishes are typically more durable and resistant to scratches and fingerprints, while metallic finishes may show wear and scratches more easily.
The satin finish is general finer / smoother to the touch but both the terms are used to described multiple different finishes. There are various ways of applying mechanical polishes belts / brushes to stainless steel each can have different levels of roughness and so finishes can vary dependent on the requirement of the end use. Ideally it is best to look and touch but not always practical often these finishes can be very similar.
Metallic finishes have a shiny, reflective appearance due to the presence of metallic particles, while matte finishes have a flat, non-reflective appearance. In terms of durability, metallic finishes are generally more prone to showing scratches and fingerprints compared to matte finishes, which tend to be more resistant to visible wear and tear.