Choosing an Interior Paint Finish: Sheen and Gloss 101
Sheen and Gloss 101
Sheens and glosses range on a scale from no shine to high shine. Different levels of sheen can affect how colors appear and add dimension to rooms. While there are many different types of sheen, you are most likely to see these seven key interior Benjamin Moore paint finishes during your painting journey:
- Flat
- Matte
- Eggshell
- Pearl
- Satin
- Semi-Gloss
- High Gloss
If you’re stuck on sheen, ask your local Benjamin Moore retailer to recommend the best finish for your project. TESTIMONIALS
Common Sheen Uses
| Flat | Matte/Ulti-Matte | Eggshell | Low Lustre | Pearl/Satin | Semi-Gloss/Soft Gloss | Gloss/High-Gloss | |
| INTERIOR | Ceilings, Walls in Low Traffic Spaces | Walls, Living Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms | High Traffic Walls, Living Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms | Doors, Trim | High Traffic Walls, Trim, Doors, Cabinets | Trim, Doors, Cabinets, Wainscotting | Trim, Doors, Cabinets, Architectural Details |
| EXTERIOR | Siding, Trim | Siding, Trim, Shutters, Doors | Trim, Shutters, Doors, Architectural Details | Doors, Architectural Details |
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