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" Paint finishes range from chalky to new-car shiny, and they set the tone for the room. The paint finish you choose depends on the function of the room and the condition of your walls. Follow this glossary so you know what to buy before you head to the store.   Flat or matte has an elegant chalky appearance. It masks imperfections in walls and ceilings. It&amp;#039;s very easy to touch up but not to clean, so avoid using it in hightraffic areas such as hallways, kitchens, bathrooms and playrooms.   Eggshell is the most popular and most versatile finish. It has a slight sheen that makes it an easy surface to wash and touch up.   Satin has a silky finish that works well in high-use areas like family rooms, children&amp;#039;s rooms, kitchens and bathrooms. It&amp;#039;s easy to clean but difficult to touch up, because any difference in sheen will be apparent.   Semigloss is ideal for trim and moldings. It&amp;#039;s durable and easy to clean, which is perfect for baseboards and door and window moldings that get bumped and scuffed. However, like a satin finish, it&amp;#039;s hard to touch up.   High Gloss provides a glassy finish that&amp;#039;s rarely used on walls because it vividly highlights imperfections. Use it to give trim, moldings, and kitchen and bath cabinetry a lacquerlike sheen. It&amp;#039;s the most durable and easiest to clean of the finishes.   Visit WomansDay.com/Paint for more advice on painting your home. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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