The flat and matte will appear the same. Thank you Michael. That's exactly what I needed to know. DH and I had a long discussion about this last night. We did some sample areas throughout the house and have lived with them for a few weeks. He surprised me - he definitely wants to go with white ceilings now. I'm so looking forward to painting with the Matte after what I've read here. I figure that will be my reward after all the prep and priming fun. :-) Unless you can get Muralo Satin Flow. It's nicer. I'll ask my dealer if he has it. I have no issue with upgrading here if it gives better wear and is nicer to apply. Fresh Start acrylic primer is one of the best base coatings on the market. Excellent. I know my dealer stocks it in 5 gallon buckets. Thanks again for all your help!

bela, beautiful doors. Good point mentioning where you bought the materials. Most people think that HD and Lowe's are the lowest on price for trims, when in fact, they are way too high, especially if you need a few 8' lengths of anything. We purchased 99% of our trim from a local lumbar yard and the other 1% from a trim and molding from a wholesale warehouse. Check your local Craigs list under "supplies" and see if there are any wholesale suppliers in your area. You'll possibly save some money.

Perhaps your friend doesn't want to encourage birds in her garden because of the seed drop as bossyvossy mentioned or because birds other than song birds would be attracted. Seed drop would also attract squirrels, maybe rabbits, and other small creatures she may not care to share her veggies with. Otherwise certainly herbs and/or flowers could be planted on the rocks as many purposely plant flowers and veggies together in the gardens. To each his own.

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