I really wanted to paint my windows black so i discovered sherwin williams vinyl safe paint colors.
Painting inside of windows black.
Because black windows make such a statement they don t always need shades blinds or curtains offering an opportunity for you to sidestep what can be an occasionally costly investment.
No matter what somehow there always seems to be a little bit of sunlight that shines around the edges of curtains and blinds.
Painting your window trim black may feel a little out of your comfort zone at first but it s an easy way to go bold with a color you might never dare to put on your walls.
Contrasting black windows with light colored walls can help anchor a room and contribute to a polished sophisticated space by adding depth and creating a focused visual impact.
Ps this look works especially well with the white wall trend i wrote about here.
Create contrast when you pair elegant black windows with white walls or furniture.
Because dark paint colors on vinyl attract heat you have to paint them a lighter color.
A paint supply store should sell a variety of paintbrushes and rollers but for painting window trim a stiff angled brush will be the most useful tool.
As long as it matches is what is important.
Hi kristie great topic.
All the sashes on the windows were already black and because i liked the palette when we changed the body and trim colors we kept the black window trim.
Black trim works especially well with white or very light walls creating a strong contrast for a modern look.
Manufacturers do say that dark paint can warp a plastic window.
The vinyl safe colors don t use any black pigments because the black attracts too much heat.
There are many advantages of interior black windows.
The last step is to put the locks back on and enjoy your new black windows.
However all paint stores carry a special paint for vinyl that has reflective properties in it.
In this case you can use black paint on a white window.
A long time before discovering the new sherwin williams product for this purpose we had to paint our 1881 house in ma.
Put locks back on.
That is why i encourage people to order their windows pre painted.
The 1 5 2 inch 3 8 5 cm width should be a good fit for most window trim and the stiffness of the bristles will prevent them from splaying while in use and will allow for precise.
Black interiors elevate windows into works of art framing the outside view the way a mat frames a painting.
You may want to repeat with a second coat if you see primer showing through.
After you re finished you will need to allow another 24 hours to dry.