Recently, matte finishes seem to be showing up on walls, furniture, fixtures, and ceramics all over the house. Often used in combination with metallics and high-gloss glazes to create a striking contrast of sheens, the new mattes are found in moody hues and pretty pastels. See how these flat finishes shine in the rooms that follow. Above: Canvas Home‘s new fall collection, Salamanca, uses matte glazes in rich gray tones.
