Adding a semi-gloss finish to a surface can make it stand out without feeling overpowering. Satin: A satin finish is the workhorse of paint sheens. It can be used on almost anything and look great.

I’m looking at you, vessel sinks, open shelving and wet rooms. Another one I’d add to this list is semi-gloss paint. On paper, it sounds great: reflective, super washable and durable.

As if picking the right color weren’t overwhelming enough, there’s more to choosing an interior paint than just finding that perfect shade of blue-green. You also need to identify the best ...

But despite the shade you ultimately select to heighten your home’s curb appeal, there’s only one real option for the paint finish: It has to be semi-gloss. The same goes for exterior trim.

desperate to give it a sign of life and a bit of brightness that was not incandescent, halogen or LED. A mischievous thought occurred to me: Why not paint it in high gloss?