wall finish

[/wɔːl ˈfɪnɪʃ/]
nounpl: wall finishes
acabamento de parede
1. The final coating or surface treatment applied to a wall, determining its appearance, texture, and durability
The architect specified a matte wall finish for the bedroom to reduce glare.
O arquiteto especificou um acabamento de parede fosco para o quarto reduzir o brilho.
2. The texture, sheen level, or decorative coating applied to interior or exterior walls
We chose a smooth wall finish to make the small room appear larger.
Escolhemos um acabamento de parede liso para fazer o pequeno quarto parecer maior.
3. In construction, the final layer of paint, plaster, drywall compound, or other material that covers the wall structure
The wall finish includes two coats of primer and three coats of paint.
O acabamento de parede inclui duas demãos de primer e três demãos de tinta.
In Brazilian construction and real estate markets, 'acabamento' is a critical term used to describe property quality and value. High-quality wall finishes (like textured, premium paints, or decorative plasters) significantly impact property appeal and pricing. In American contexts, wall finish selection is often part of interior design decisions affecting room ambiance and home resale value.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
wall coatingsurface treatmentpaint finishwall treatmentfinal coat
Antonyms / Antônimos
bare wallunfinished wallraw surface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
acabamento de parede
Most common term used throughout Brazil in construction and interior design contexts
São Paulo
revestimento de parede
Alternative term emphasizing the protective/covering aspect of the wall finish
Rio de Janeiro
acabamento de parede/pintura final
Both terms used interchangeably in local construction industry
Portugal
acabamento de parede/revestimento de parede
Portuguese uses both terms; 'acabamento' more common in modern usage

Related Words

drywallplasterpainttextureprimersealantsheen

Related Idioms & Phrases

give something a fresh coat of paint
dress up the walls
put a new face on something
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