The Quantum Physics of the Current Paint Trend
Did you know Silver/Grey isn’t even a color? They are shades or tones. Grey is a combination of substances that fully absorb light, and fully reflect. (IE: Black is the absorbs all color, White Reflects all color. Combine Black and White you get Grey )Silver, however, and here’s where it gets really fun- is best explained by Quantum Physics:
The quantum bit of the story tells us that the color of metals such as silver and gold is a direct consequence of the absorption of photons by d electrons. This photon absorption results in d electrons jumping to s orbitals. Typically, and certainly for silver, the 4d→5s transition has a large energy separation requiring ultraviolet photons to enable the transition. Therefore, photons with frequencies in the visible band have insufficient energy to be absorbed. With all visible frequencies reflected, silver has no color of its own: it's reflective, an appearance we refer to as 'silvery'. -
Of course, the use of Grey and Silver in Faux Finishes is because – ITS PRETTY ! I’ve never had someone concerned about the absorption of photons by d electrons. They want a faux finished wall or ceiling that looks super fantastic. Take a look:
The ceiling was crying out for a faux finish. A Silver Metallic Glaze was the perfect faux finish to bring the vast open room spaces together. It's modern and not overwhelming :
Gray and Silver faux painting is gorgeous on walls too.
Light
or dark:
Accented with embossed corners:
Sculpted:
With glints of sparkle:
Or completely covered in sparkle:
And even on furniture:
Ready to give Quantum Physics a try ( I mean ready for the perfect gray/silver faux finish ) in your home ? Contact Swan Studios Inc
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