Choosing The Right Paint Sheen For Your Interior Painting Project
Choosing the right interior paint sheen. There are 5 paint sheen to choose from. Learn which goes where and why. Flat,Matte,eggshell, satin, semi-gloss enamels when painting your interior or Exterior of your house.
When choosing an interior paint sheen, it's important to consider the area you are painting. Types of sheens include Flat, Matte, Eggshell Enamel, Satin Enamel, Semi-Gloss Enamel and Hi-Gloss Enamel. Each offers its own distinct benefits.
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Also another article I've ran across give even more clarity. Paint Finishes: How To Choose The Right One By Home Made Lovely
Flat is a low-sheen paint with a non-reflective finish that touches up well and hides minor surface imperfections. It's ideal for low traffic areas, interior walls and Mostly ceilings.
Matte has a low luster reflective finish that is durable, easy to clean, touches up well, and also hides minor surface imperfections. It is great for low to moderate traffic areas, such as bedrooms, and interior walls.
Eggshell Enamel has a soft, velvety appearance and is a good choice for moderate traffic areas such as living rooms.
Satin Enamel has a soft pearl-like appearance, and is a great choice for painting moderate to high traffic areas or areas that have some exposure to moisture, such as kitchens or baths
Semi-Gloss Enamel has a sleek, radiant appearance that is great for cabinets and trim, high-traffic areas, and high-moisture areas. Great for trim and doors Mainly what we use to paint baseboards .See How To Paint Trim Like A Pro
If you're using Semi-Gloss Enamel, apply multiple thin coats, rather than one thick coat, to achieve the smoothest finish.
