Select the right paint finish. There are many paint finishes to choose from. Matte or flat paint finishes are good for hiding imperfections on walls, but are not durable or easy to clean. Eggshell paint finishes are easier to clean and more durable, but do not hide imperfections as well as flat paint finishes. Satin paint finishes are similar to eggshell but glossier and more expensive. Semi-gloss and high-gloss paint finishes are the most durable and easy to clean, they are recommended for use on baseboards, and high moisture areas such as theand