semigloss: Phooey on the Hooey Part 1 - Paint Sheen Level on Walls - 01/10/12 08:28 AM
Sheen level refers to the degree of shininess that a paint takes on when dry.
The right sheen level has been customarily decided on based on four factors:
The purpose of the room The preference of the painter  The condition of the walls.  The price of the paint                                                       I say PHOOEY on all four.
 
The walls of your home should look as fabulous and well-maintained as possible to create as much perceived value as you can. This means creamy and free of blemishes. Walls that show damage and wear make your house look cheaply made and shoddily painted. … (8 comments)