When your mom was painting a space, the rules were straightforward: flats on the ceiling, eggshell on the walls and gloss on cabinetry, windowsills and trim. Today those rules are more like ...

When choosing a fresh coat of paint for your space, picking the perfect color can feel like the most daunting task. But once you determine the ideal shade, you also have to select a finish. The most ...

Here’s a foolproof, can’t-go-wrong formula: Flat or eggshell finish for walls and semi-gloss for baseboards, window and door casings, doors and moulding. The reasoning? Flat paint doesn’t reflect ...

Q: You recommended using satin or semi-gloss paint on a popcorn ceiling. I’m getting conflicting advice. Lots of folks say no, use flat. What do you think? — Barbara A: The reason you paint a popcorn ...