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Our Guide to Choosing the Right Paint Finish

You’ve finally decided to refresh your space with a new color; you may even have a color picked out already. But beware, not all sheens are created equal. Here’s a quick guide for your next paint project:

  • Flat/Matte:
    • Medium-low durability
    • Diffuses light
    • Hides flaws
    • Difficult to clean
    • Use for: adult bedrooms, ceilings, new contruction
  • Eggshell:
    • Medium Durability
    • Covers imperfections well
    • Not easy to clean
    • Use for: dining rooms, living rooms
  • Satin:
    • High durability
    • Shows flaws
    • Easy to clean
    • Use for: family rooms, foyers, hallways, kids’ bedrooms
  • Semi-Gloss
    • High durability
    • Exposes flaws
    • Easy to clean
    • Use for: kitchens, bathrooms, trim, chair rails
  • High-Gloss
    • Most durable
    • Very shiny, which exposes flaws
    • Easiest to clean
    • Use for: kitchens, doors, window trim
Source: House Logic

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