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Paint sheens and when to you use Save and share ❤️ Choosing the right paint sheen is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons. Here’s a guide to when to use different paint sheens: 1. Flat/Matte: • Best for: Ceilings, low-traffic areas, and walls with imperfections. • Characteristics: Non-reflective, provides a smooth appearance, hides imperfections well. • Drawbacks: Difficult to clean, can mark easily. 2. Eggshell: • Best for: Living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. • Characterist

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One of our most asked questions… what sheen is the paint? We’ve done some trial and error. And for us, here is the winning combo: Walls: Eggshell - easy to clean with a low lustre/shine. We used to do flat. It was a more modern choice and I did love the look of flat or matte walls… but it was not sustainable with kids. 🙃 They’re always dirty and difficult to clean.) • Trim: Satin - I love the look of a little shine on the trim just to bring out the dimension and design. • Ceiling: Flat - this i