The colorist we hired advised us to use FLAT paint on the siding, shutters, garage door, downspouts. My painter thinks we should use SATIN. I was planning to use SW Duration. The siding is old and definitely has imperfections but is not in need of replacement.
http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2477135/exterior-paint-advice-flat-or-satin
It's simple. A finish is a certain type of look the paint has once it dries. Some paints have a shiny finish, some have a smoother finish and others have a muted finish. Best part is, it's totally up to you what kind of finish you want.
https://www.truevaluepaint.com/painting-101/finishes/
Duration exterior comes in matte, not flat - it certainly can't be mistaken for a flat finish. Duration matte is just slightly less shiny than BenM's Mooregard exterior satin. It really does all depend on what brand, color and as pg1 mentioned even what tier/grade.
http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2477135/exterior-paint-advice-flat-or-satin
Duration exterior comes in matte, not flat - it certainly can't be mistaken for a flat finish. Duration matte is just slightly less shiny than BenM's Mooregard exterior satin. (on average light to midtone colors only) It really does all depend on what brand, color and as pg1 mentioned even what tier/grade.
http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2477135/exterior-paint-advice-flat-or-satin
Selecting a Finish. From flat to gloss, both latex and oil/alkyd paints offer a full range of finishes. The sheen you choose is based on the final look and wearability you want to achieve. Flat - A non-reflective appearance that helps hide surface blemishes, making walls look smooth. This finish, which cleans easily with a damp sponge, is ideal for: Adult bedrooms.
https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/ask-sherwin-williams/painting/interior-painting-how-tos/interior-planning/sw-article-dir-selectingafinis
Seems like many people who comment on the Houzz discussions recommend Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams. What about PPG/Porter Paints? Found great Consumer Reports reviews on PPG Porter Hi-Hide Eggshell several years ago, have used it on nearly 3 entire homes, and have been quite pleased. But...what do YOU think is best, if you have used two or more of the above brands extensively? Just wondering.....
https://www.houzz.com/discussions/530846/best-brand-of-paint-eggshell-and-semi-gloss-finishes
What is Eggshell Paint? Eggshell paint can refer to a color, usually an off white, but the reference generally refers to a sheen. There is no industry standard for paint sheens, so one company's Eggshell can be another company's Satin, Matte or Low Gloss. At Rodda Paint our Eggshell falls between our Pearl and our Low Gloss having a reflectance value slightly higher than the actual shell of an egg.
http://www.roddapaint.com/professionals/color/color-info/sheen-gloss-info
Eggshell also is more easily cleaned than a flat finish and is more durable. Satin: Satin finish paints are probably the most commonly used finish, on both interior and exterior surfaces. As with eggshell, this finish is good for high-traffic areas like kids’ rooms, hallways and family rooms.
https://www.truevaluepaint.com/painting-101/finishes/
The finish of an interior paint is based on the amount of sheen it displays. All paint reflects light to some degree. Sheen is the means that painters use to distinguish among different levels of light reflection. Common paint finishes are gloss, semi-gloss, eggshell, satin, matte and flat. A gloss finish has the highest amount of sheen and a flat finish has the lowest amount of sheen. In some instances, eggshell is the name of the color of the paint. As it relates to the finish, eggshell paint refers to the relative amount of sheen the paint displays.
http://eggshellpaints.com/
All About Exterior Paint. We ask a lot from house paint. It's not only expected to give our home a new look but also to withstand freezing winters, blistering summers, soaking rains, and a daily bombardment of UV radiation without cracking, fading, or peeling. Such miracles don't come without expense and effort. For the best results, you need an exterior paint that's packed with high-quality resins, pigments, and additives, as well as a clean, smooth surface for the new finish to stick to.
https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/all-about-exterior-paint
what is an eggshell exterior finish
Eggshell is an exterior finish paint can refer to a color, usually an off white, but the reference generally refers to a sheen.  