All-white homes are apparently on their way out, according to a Zillow analysis that showed darker colors fetched higher home ...

The paint sheen makes a difference too, whether matte — a flat paint — or a shiny high-gloss. One recommended mix is a semi-gloss trim with matte on the walls. And don't forget the ceiling.

Cleaning flat paint walls can be a real chore. Flat paint's matte texture is great at covering up old imperfections on your walls, but this finish's low sheen and high porosity also make it show ...

For a sheen that’s truly winning, get over the prejudice against high-shine paint and give a room or hallway light-reflecting sparkle and fresh glamour.

The high gloss tends to add a color pop to these wood materials that contrasts well with walls and other home elements around it. “High-gloss paints are very thick and applying them can be ...

High-gloss paint on the walls bounces the light around the room and down dark hallways. ... High gloss walls; David Easton; inspiration boards. Updated: Aug. 10, 2012, 12:00 p.m.

What can work, he says, “if you really like white,” is to choose a warm white for walls in a flat sheen, then high-gloss trim the same color. “It’s a very sexy, subtle thing to do,” he says.

High-gloss isn’t the best type of wall paint, but it can be beautiful and even glass-like on trim and accents. In rooms with exposure to moisture, satin and semi-gloss are the go-to.

This makes white walls deceptively high-maintenance when it comes to styling. So when planning your white living room ideas , don't just assume any decor will match.

Valspar Ultra High-Gloss Ultra White/Base A Enamel Tintable Interior Paint For an editorial, metallic or almost wet look in your bathroom, choose a full-gloss paint, such as: Farrow & Ball’s ...

Majic Paints Acrylic Enamel High Gloss Paint at Amazon for $8.47 Valspar High Gloss Acrylic Paint at Lowe's for $42.98 Semi-Gloss: A semi-gloss finish has just the right amount of shine without ...

Most paints come in increasingly reflective options, ranging from flat (no shine) to high gloss. The shinier the paint, the smoother your walls will need to be, since glossier finishes accentuate ...