Get the look you want and the protection you need for any room in your home.
A flat sheen has a non-reflective finish that touches up well and hides minor surface imperfections.
Low-traffic areas; interior walls and ceilings
Ceilings
Medium-Low
A matte sheen has a low-luster, reflective finish that is durable, easy to clean, touches up well and also hides minor surface imperfections.
Low-traffic areas; interior walls
Family rooms, living rooms, kids' rooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, ceilings
Medium
An eggshell enamel sheen has a soft, velvety appearance that resists dirt and grime, as well as mildew.
Moderate-traffic areas
Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, dining rooms
Medium
A satin enamel sheen has a pearl-like finish that's easy to clean.
All interior surfaces; moderate- to high-traffic areas
Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture
Medium-High
A semi-gloss enamel sheen is sleek and radiant resisting mildew, moisture and wear.
Cabinets and trim; high-traffic, high-moisture areas
Kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters
High
Hi-Gloss enamel sheens provide have a brilliant, shiny appearance and a durable, glass-like finish that allows dirt and grime to be wiped clean.
High-use surfaces
Kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture
High
Set the right curb appeal with exterior painting efforts that last.
A flat sheen is non-reflective, and easy to apply and touch up. It will minimize the appearance of minor surface imperfections.
Wood and vinyl walls and siding; brick and other masonry; fences
Medium-Low
A satin enamel sheen creates a pearl-like finish that's durable and dirt-resistant. It will also resist moisture, fading and stains.
Virtually all exterior surfaces
Medium-High
A semi-gloss enamel sheen is sleek and radiant with a hard, durable finish. It is formulated to withstand wear, and will also resist moisture, fading and stains.
Doors, trim and shutters; Exterior furniture
High
Hi-Gloss enamel sheen have a brilliant, shiny appearance and a durable, glass-like finish that allows dirt and grime to be wiped clean.
High-use surfaces
High
* Important Disclaimer: Coverage calculator results are to be used only as estimates. Behr Process Corporation cannot guarantee that you will achieve proper results without verifying your measurements and assumptions.
It's great to find the perfect colour for your interior painting project, but finding the proper sheen is just as important. Choosing the proper sheen for the different surfaces and areas of your home will help you choose the best interior product and get the most from your paint for a beautiful look that will stand the test of time. Visit the Colour Center at your local Home Depot for more tips on choosing the right sheen for your project.
A flat sheen has a non-reflective finish that touches up well and hides minor surface imperfections.
Wood and vinyl walls and siding; brick and other masonry; fences
Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, ceilings
Medium-Low
A matte sheen has a low-luster, reflective finish that is durable, easy to clean, touches up well and also hides minor surface imperfections.
Low-traffic areas; interior walls
Family rooms, living rooms, kids' rooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, ceilings
Medium
An eggshell enamel sheen has a soft, velvety appearance that resists dirt and grime, as well as mildew.
Moderate-traffic areas
Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, dining rooms
Medium
BEHR DYNASTY™ Interior Eggshell Enamel BEHR MARQUEE® Interior Eggshell Enamel BEHR ULTRA™ SCUFF DEFENSE™ Interior Eggshell Enamel BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior Eggshell Enamel
A satin enamel sheen has a pearl-like finish that's easy to clean.
All interior surfaces; moderate- to high-traffic areas
Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture
Medium-High
BEHR MARQUEE® Interior Satin Enamel BEHR ULTRA™ SCUFF DEFENSE™ Interior Satin Enamel BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior Satin Enamel
A semi-gloss enamel sheen is sleek and radiant resisting mildew, moisture and wear.
Cabinets and trim; high-traffic, high-moisture areas
Kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters
High
BEHR DYNASTY™ Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel BEHR MARQUEE® Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel BEHR ULTRA™ SCUFF DEFENSE™ Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel
Hi-Gloss enamel sheens have a brilliant, shiny appearance and a durable, glass-like finish that allows dirt and grime to be wiped clean.
High-use surfaces
Kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture
High
BEHR ULTRA™ Interior Hi-Gloss Enamel BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior/Exterior Hi-Gloss Enamel
Use this chart to help you easily choose the best sheen of paint for your upcoming indoor paint projects.
Project | Flat | Matte | Eggshell | Satin | Semi-Gloss | Hi-Gloss |
Flat
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Family Rooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | |||
Living Rooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | |||
Bedrooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | |||
Dining Rooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Ceilings | Applicable | Applicable | |||||
Kids' Rooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | |||
Hallways | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Kitchens | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Bathrooms | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Doors | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Windows & Shutters | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Trim | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Cabinets | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable | ||||
Interior Furniture | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable |
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