Finishes

Paint Finishes


Matte Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matte surface.
This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to
camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not
reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need
to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you
keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Flat enamel is a paint with a durable flat, matte finish. It's a good choice for powder
rooms and halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with
cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often
used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is
particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which
get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and
light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and
bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too
glitzy. Take care with pre-paint preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can
be a bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the
look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming
more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and
very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface imperfections, so
careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.

Paint Finishes


Matte Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matte surface.
This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to
camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not
reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need
to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you
keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Flat enamel is a paint with a durable flat, matte finish. It's a good choice for powder
rooms and halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with
cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often
used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is
particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which
get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and
light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and
bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too
glitzy. Take care with pre-paint preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can
be a bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the
look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming
more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and
very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface imperfections, so
careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.

Paint Finishes


Matte Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matte surface.
This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to
camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not
reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need
to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you
keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Flat enamel is a paint with a durable flat, matte finish. It's a good choice for powder
rooms and halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with
cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often
used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is
particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which
get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and
light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and
bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too
glitzy. Take care with pre-paint preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can
be a bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the
look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming
more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and
very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface imperfections, so
careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.

Paint Finishes

Matte Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matte surface.
This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to
camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not
reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need
to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you
keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Flat enamel is a paint with a durable flat, matte finish. It's a good choice for powder
rooms and halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with
cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often
used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is
particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which
get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and
light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and
bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too
glitzy. Take care with pre-paint preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can
be a bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the
look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming
more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and
very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface imperfections, so
careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.
Paint Finishes

Matte Finish
Whether called flat finish or wall paint, this type of interior paint has a matte surface.
This paint finish is usually used on interior walls. It's especially good if you have to
camouflage small wall bumps, cracks, or other imperfections, as this finish does not
reflect light. While some flat paints are advertised as washable today, you may need
to touch up scratches or marks by covering with a bit more paint, so be sure you
keep some on hand after you've finished painting.

Flat Enamel
Is a paint with a durable flat, matte finish. It's a good choice for powder rooms and
halls, as it holds up to occasional cleaning.

Eggshell Finish
With only a slight hint of shine or gloss, it's good for walls and holds up better with
cleaning than a flat finish paint.

Satin Finish
Satin finish paint has a smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss. It is most often
used for windows, doors, trim, or ceilings, but can also be used as wall paint. This is
particularly suitable for kids' room walls, kitchens, or bathrooms, or in areas which
get a lot of traffic. Paint with a satin finish is formulated to hold up to cleaning and
light scrubbing.

Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint is most often used on doors, trim, and cabinets in kitchens and
bathrooms. It is easily cleaned and lays down a nice, subtle shine, without being too
glitzy. Take care with wall preparation work, as poorly prepared surfaces can be a
bit distracting when highlighted by a semi-gloss surface.

Glossy
High gloss paints have an almost reflective quality, as their shiny finish mimics the
look of enamel or plastic. Though not widely used in home interiors, it is becoming
more popular for a dramatic look on cabinets, trim, and furniture in very formal and
very contemporary settings. This finish will magnify any surface imperfections, so
careful preparation and sanding is essential before painting with high gloss paints.

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