Paint question?

There are pros and cons of all types of paint sheens; some are more suitable for different rooms.

Although there is no 'right or wrong' to having different/same sheen on the walls and the trim, if you want the trim work to stand out, choose a contrasting combination such as semi gloss over eggshell walls.

https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/interior-exterior-paints-stains/how-to-advice/painting-101/choosing-paint-finish

https://www.paintingdenver.net/uncategorized/paint-finish-trim-baseboards/

Flat paint on the walls is the least scrub-able of all the patinas of paint, so if you want durability then go to a higher sheen such as eggshell finish.

High Gloss

The most durable and easiest to clean of all paint sheens, high-gloss paint is hard, ultra-shiny, and light-reflecting. Think appliance-paint tough.

High gloss is a good choice for area that sticky fingers touch -- cabinets, trim, and doors. High-gloss, however, is too much shine for interior walls. And like a Spandex dress, high gloss shows every bump and roll, so don’t skimp on prep work.

• Practical application: kitchens, door, and window trim
• Durability: very high

Semi-Gloss

Good for rooms where moisture, drips, and grease stains challenge walls. Also great for trim work that takes a lot of abuse.

• Practical application: kitchens, bathrooms, trim, chair rails
• Durability: high

Satin

Has a yummy luster that, despite the name, is often described as velvety. It’s easy to clean, making it excellent for high-traffic areas. Its biggest flaw is it reveals application flaws, such as roller or brush strokes. Touch-ups later can be tricky.

• Practical application: family rooms, foyers, hallways, kids' bedrooms
• Durability: high

Eggshell

Between satin and flat on the sheen (and durability) scale is eggshell, so named because it’s essentially a flat (no-shine) finish with little luster, like a chicken’s egg. Eggshell covers wall imperfections well and is a great finish for gathering spaces that don’t get a lot of bumps and scuffs.

• Practical application: dining rooms, living rooms
• Durability: medium

Flat or Matte

A friend to walls that have something to hide, flat/matte soaks up, rather than reflects, light. It has the most pigment and will provide the most coverage, which translates to time and money savings. However, it’s tough to clean without taking paint off with the grime.

• Practical application: adults' bedrooms and other interior rooms that won’t be roughed up by kids
• Durability: medium-low

Tips For Choosing the Right Sheen

If your paint color is dark and rich but you don’t want a super shiny effect, step down at least one level on the sheen scale. That’s because the darker and richer the paint color is, the more colorant it has, which boosts sheen. Ditto if you’re painting a large, sun-washed, or imperfect wall. The higher the sheen, the more defects will show.

Adding sheen also adds to the cost, usually an extra dollar or two per gallon as you step up on the sheen scale.

https://www.houselogic.com/remodel/painting-lighting/paint-sheen-guide/

yes

The choice is yours. Personally, I like an eggshell finish.

Hello. As described above the different sheens have different properties. After many relos and painting many rooms we decided to upgrade to eggshell for most interior walls as it is more scrubbable durable finish them flat. In bathrooms and the kitchen generally we use a glossier scrubbable finish. For trimwork generally we use gloss or semi gloss again for the durability and scrubbable feature.

I would never recommend flat wall paint. It's not scrubbable or durable. Go with a step or 2 above. I used eggshell finish in my bedroom and like it.

Yes, you don't want to use gloss or satin on walls it shows every dimple, nick etc you flat paint on the walls.

Perhaps you would like the look of paint labeled as "satin". It is a nice paint that is not shiny but can still be easily washed without harming it.

I would use a flat paint UNLESS this is a bathroom or a heavily used room like a child's room where you might want to go with a satin for easy scrubbability.

I never use flat paint it does not clean up well. I would go with eggshell or satin.

Eggshell is a good finish paint to use. It's not too flat or too shiny, and would go well with trim that is gloss or satin.

Thanks very much

eggshell can be a nice transition, and its way easier to keep clean. Flat paint is hard to maintain.