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For the last few years, matt paint finish has been the most popular go-to for walls and ceilings in most homes. But this year ...

Paint sheens were created to handle different uses and durability needs. A high-traffic area like a hallway needs a coating that can withstand handprints and people brushing up against it while a ...

Low sheen finishes hide imperfections but are hard to clean. Use them in low-traffic areas. Glossy sheens are easy to clean but highlight imperfections. Use them for high-traffic areas and trim. When ...

Painting your front door can be a big decision, with several color and finish options to choose from. The aesthetics of the main entryway are so important, in fact, that studies have found when the ...

When your mom was painting a space, the rules were straightforward: flats on the ceiling, eggshell on the walls and gloss on cabinetry, windowsills and trim. Today those rules are more like ...

Here’s a foolproof, can’t-go-wrong formula: Flat or eggshell finish for walls and semi-gloss for baseboards, window and door casings, doors and moulding. The reasoning? Flat paint doesn’t reflect ...

Juan Torres, owner of 518 Painters, a Capital Region business that tackles everything from interior paint jobs and kitchen cabinet makeovers to drywall repairs and popcorn ceiling removal. A good ...

Eggshell and glossier paint finishes are no longer reserved only for skirting boards ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Painting your exterior front door can be a big decision, with several color and finish options to choose from. The ...