What are the different sheen levels for paint?
The sheen level is defined by the amount of light reflected from the surface when viewing the surface from an angle. In general:
• A flat sheen is less than 10 degrees.
• An eggshell sheen is between 10-19 degrees.
• A satin sheen is between 20-29 degrees.
• A semi-gloss is between 30-69 degrees.
• A high gloss is above 70 degrees.
One point of interest here centers on the industry. In general, the industry does not publish a structured reference point regarding the sheen levels. Each manufacturer determines their level of sheen for each particular product.