Eggshell Paint: A Middle Of The Road Paint

Eggshell is a paint sheen that is between satin and flat. It offers less light reflection than satin but is still enough to add dimension to a room. Eggshell paint can give a room a soft glow when reflecting light sources. 

What's It All About?

Eggshell paint is in the middle of the sheen spectrum. It offers a nice mix between the higher luster and lower luster paints. An advantage of using this paint is that it will pick up less dirt, and is easy to cover wall imperfections with an additional layer of paint. 

When To Go With It

Eggshell paint is often used in rooms likely to attract dust and other particles, such as a kitchen or living room if they have low to medium traffic. One example would be those Eggshell paint is great for many indoor jobs. It is tough enough to stand up against wear-and-tear but easy enough to clean off once scuffed

up or spilled on. 

While it is suitable for outdoor surfaces, it is not recommended for areas that fluctuate in temperature and receive serious weather impact. This is not a great paint for outdoor use in the PNW!

Eggshell paint is not the best for projects that include extensive drywall damage or imperfection. As mentioned before, it is used for covering lighter imperfections. If your living room or kitchen is a low-traffic area, eggshell paint can be used, but if you expect a room to be high-traffic, it may be best to consider options on the satin or glossier side of the paint spectrum. It is ultimately up to your preference in sheen, but it is worth considering such instances.

The Eggshell Is Cracked

Now that we've cracked the code on eggshell paint, it's time to look into adding it to your next project. Medium traffic rooms and rooms needing a soft light reflection are prime examples of where to start. 

If you are looking for any additional guidance, reach out to the Forrest Paint Co. team! Our staff is ready to help you select the right sheen and help you with color matching or picking a new color.