To paint wooden photo frames with matt emulsion paint?

[Pragmattikus]

I want some photo frames in a certain colour but haven't been able to find any online. A friend suggested I buy some plain wooden frames and paint them using a tester pot of Dulux Trade Diamond Matt that I have in the correct colour. Will this work ok, or should I use gloss or some other paint type? (For the avoidance of doubt, I don't want a "distressed" look).

It works fine. I've done several. Clear wax afterwards to seal.

No need for wax, I’ve done loads with just emulsion.

I did all mine it in the summer with Matt emulsion. I didn't seal them either

Thanks all. Love Mumsnet for this sort of advice. So helpful.

I did one years ago. Still looks good.

Is this really an AIBU post?! Is this what we have come to?!?!

@kirkandpetal

Is this really an AIBU post?! Is this what we have come to?!?!

Well that’s certainly the typical AIBU response

Yeah, good point!!