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When choosing an interior paint, it is important to select not only the right color, but also the right sheen.
A paint’s sheen can affect the look of the paint job, but what is less well known is that it can affect paint performance as well.

FLAT PAINTS
Because they are non-reflective, flat paints tend to hide surface imperfections. It can be difficult, however, to remove stains from flat paints. They are, therefore, good for general use on walls and ceilings in low traffic areas.

SATIN PAINTS
As the name implies, satin paints have a slightly more lustrous appearance than flat paints; they also have better washability and stain resistance . A satin paint is good for wall surfaces in halls, bathrooms and playrooms, or for trim where only slight sheen is desired.

EGGSHELL PAINTS
Eggshell paints have more moderate sheen level , somewhat higher than a satin finish. This moderate sheen makes it a perfect in-between product - it has more durability, washability and stain resistance than a satin paint, but it will not highlight surface imperfections as much as a semi-gloss or high gloss paint.

SEMI-GLOSS PAINTS
Having a higher sheen than satin or eggshell finishes, these paints are even more stain resistant and easier to clean. They are excellent for use on walls and woodwork that are subject to wear, including kitchen and bathroom walls, hallways, children's rooms and playrooms, doors, windows and trims.

GLOSS PAINTS
These Paints are tougher, more durable, more stain resistant and easier to clean than paints with less sheen Their highly reflective appearance, however, causes them to highlight surface imperfections.