Choosing the right gloss level

The gloss categories for coatings and varnishes, measured at a 60˚ reflection angle, are as follows:

  1. Full gloss over 80 units
  2. Gloss 61–80 units
  3. Semi-gloss 36–60 units
  4. Semi-matt 11–35 units
  5. Matt 6–10 units
  6. Full matt 0–5 units