This sheen comes with its benefits and drawbacks though. For busy rooms, flat paint will appear dirty or stained in a short time if there is considerable contact with it.

This sheen offers great protection and makes it easy to wipe off stains. If, for some reason, you feel the paint “looks” better in a flat sheen, reconsider the color.

A paint's finish — whether it's eggshell, satin, or high-gloss — dictates its durability, how well it hides imperfections, and how easy it is to clean.

According to Wadden, eggshell paint sheen offers a 10 percent to 25 percent reflection (depending on the hue), while satin typically falls around 25 percent to 35 percent reflection.

Eggshell paint finishes are low luster with a very subtle sheen. Despite its flatter qualities, it will still reflect and bounce light throughout a room, creating depth without appearing overly shiny.

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