{"id":1659,"date":"2022-01-25T13:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-25T18:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/gloucester-salem\/?post_type=community&#038;p=1659"},"modified":"2025-09-23T09:49:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T13:49:19","slug":"the-five-types-of-paint-finishes-and-their-importance","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/gloucester-salem\/community\/the-five-types-of-paint-finishes-and-their-importance\/","title":{"rendered":"The Five Types of Paint Finishes and Their Importance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to repaint your home&#8217;s interior, you should think about the paint finish before picking a color. That&#8217;s because the finish refers to the paint&#8217;s texture after it dries and how much light reflects off the wall, which can impact the color and bring out or hide imperfections.<\/p>\n<p>While there are hundreds of paint colors to choose from, there are only five paint finishes, making the selection process a lot less daunting. You&#8217;ll need to consider which room you&#8217;re repainting to ensure you&#8217;re choosing the right finish.<\/p>\n<p>To help make your decision, here are the five types of paint finishes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flat paint<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Flat paint is non-reflective and works best in low-traffic areas. While the appearance may be smooth and uniform, it can get scuffed up easily. That&#8217;s why you should use it in rooms like an office or primary bedroom. It&#8217;s also suitable for covering bumpy areas, like nail holes and pops, and the ceiling.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eggshell\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Eggshell is one of the most popular paint finishes and is perfect for rooms that don&#8217;t get too much traffic. When used, it provides a soft, smooth finish and is more resistant to stains and scuffs compared to flat paint. Try it in the living room, bedroom, or hallway.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Satin finishes\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One of the most versatile and popular paint finishes is satin. A satin finish is highly durable and perfect in rooms that get a lot of traffic, like the kitchen, family room, and bathroom. Satin finishes have a subtle glow and reflect more light than eggshell ones. When used, it produces a smooth surface and quality results.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Semigloss\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want a sleek and shiny-looking room, you should choose a semi-gloss finish. These finishes are more reflective than satin and can make a dark room appear brighter when paired with light paint. Use semi-gloss in rooms prone to moisture, like a kitchen or bathroom, and on your trim and doors to make them pop.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gloss<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The shiniest and most durable paint finish is gloss. Aside from giving off the highest level of light reflection, gloss is stain-resistant, easy to clean, and adds a stunning finish to cabinets, molding, and doors. However, gloss finishes will show any imperfections in the area you&#8217;re painting, so you might want to hire a professional painter to complete the job.<\/p>\n<p>Have more questions about paint finishes? <a href=\"#estimate\">Contact us today for your free estimate!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to repaint your home&#8217;s interior, you should think about the paint finish before picking a color. That&#8217;s because the finish refers to the paint&#8217;s texture after it dries and how much light reflects off the wall, which can impact the color and bring out or hide imperfections. 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