THE WAY YOUR COLOUR LIVES
Same colour.
Different character.
Use this finish guide to frame the questions you ask your paint supplier. Performance depends on the product, not the sheen name alone.
Start with low-reflection options.
Compare matt, eggshell and low-sheen wall products. Ask about washability, touch-up behaviour and the way light falls across your walls.
A restrained, low-reflection appearance. Check the specific product’s cleaning guidance.
Middle-ground sheen descriptions. Naming and performance differ by manufacturer.
A more reflective appearance. Confirm suitability for the chosen substrate and use.
Start with the product specification.
Wet areas, exterior weathering and specialist substrates need an appropriate coating system. Sheen alone does not establish suitability, durability or moisture resistance.
Manufacturer references: Behr’s sheen overview and Dulux’s interior paint range. Checked 13 November 2026.
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