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Get the paint finish you really want

Find your way around the paint store with our guide to paint finishes, from dead flat to super shiny.

Make it matte.

Matte paint (also known as dead flat paint) has no sheen and gives a chalky, contemporary finish.
Pro: It disguises small imperfections in walls.
Con: Stains won't wash off easily.

Go for a slight sheen.

Eggshell paint has a beautiful egglike sheen.
Pro: It reflects more light into the room than a matte finish.
Con: It's more practical than matte paint but can only be washed very lightly.



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