Choosing between eggshell and semi-gloss paint finishes can greatly impact the look and functionality of a room. While selecting a paint color is important, the finish type influences the atmosphere ...

You’ve finally narrowed down your (seemingly endless) options and decided on the perfect paint color. While your decision-making muscles may feel exhausted at this point, there is still more to ...

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 ...

Walls covered in an eggshell-finish paint clean up well, but homeowners must be gentle in their approach. If you scrub too hard, you might leave behind faded or discolored areas. Eggshell- and ...

It really depends on your preference, and exactly what you’re painting inside your home. If you’re painting a lot of interior walls, most people choose a flat finish. It hides imperfections really ...

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If you don’t know your eggshell from your semigloss, read this before you pick up a paintbrush. Welcome to Color Stories, a series where we look at how (and when) to be brave and bold with color—and ...

So you’ve found the perfect paint color for your home improvement project, whether that’s refreshing your walls, giving your drab kitchen cabinet that perfect refresh, or making your trim pop.