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
