{"id":3572,"date":"2022-03-23T11:55:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T15:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/?p=3572"},"modified":"2024-02-28T11:19:42","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T16:19:42","slug":"what-sheen-for-doors-walls-cabinets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diywithchristine.com\/what-sheen-for-doors-walls-cabinets\/","title":{"rendered":"What Paint Sheen To Use For Interior Doors, Cabinets, Walls, Ceiling, Etc."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Wondering what paint sheen you need for each item you plan on painting in your house? Well, look no further because I have your answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Paint sheen is chosen based on how easily the item needs to be cleaned and whether any imperfections need to be hidden or not. Use a flat paint sheen on ceilings. Use satin paint on kitchen and bathroom walls. Use eggshell or satin paint on all other walls. Use semi-gloss paint on interior doors, trim, baseboard, and cabinets. Use gloss paint on exterior doors, metal, and exterior wood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that we’ve got the basics out of the way, let’s break into the details a little further so you can easily pick the correct paint sheen for your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n A flat paint sheen is the least reflective sheen you can choose. This sheen is the hardest to clean because it does not have a slippery surface.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n That means dirt, dust, and other grime do not wipe away as easily, and actually are more likely to smear into the wall if you do try to clean it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flat paint is the best at hiding imperfection, though. The lack of reflection in this sheen makes cracks, dings, and other flaws harder to see.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A flat paint sheen is best used when painting ceilings and furniture that will have a topcoat also painted on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ceilings are best painted in a flat sheen for two reasons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In general, ceilings are extremely hard to finish without any imperfections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Part of this is because all the work is done with your arms over your head (very tedious and tiresome).<\/p>\n\n\n\n And part of this is because as the house settles, the ceiling will naturally show hairline cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The lack of shine in flat paint is perfect for hiding\/minimizing these imperfections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a few other rules you need to know before painting a ceiling. To see what they are and ensure you’ll do the best paint job, check out my article here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\nQuick Navigation: How To Choose A Paint Sheen For Your Paint Project<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When To Use A Flat Paint Sheen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Paint Ceilings In A Flat Sheen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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