When buying paints, it is a question beyond the color and the brand, what surface it will show. It’s practical to think over the following before purchasing, especially in case of wall paints.
Matte paint doesn’t reflect light, this way it perfectly hides the roughness of the surface. It has almost a chalk-like sight. Disadvantages: it’s hard to clean and abrades, scratched easily. It is recommended in low-requisitioning rooms (e.g. bedroom) and for ceiling.
Eggshell paint reflects light moderately, so it has light „gloss”. It is more resistant, it’s easier to clean but it shows the bigger irregularities of the surface. It is recommended in more intensive- requisitioning rooms (e.g. hallway) and for doors and window frames.
Surfaces treated with semi-gloss paint bear well more regular cleaning too, but this paint shows the irregularities of the surface. It reflects light to the room, this way it is useful in darker spaces. It is recommended in kitchen and bathroom.
Use gloss paint only if you don’t mind if the painted surface attracts the eyes. It is very durable, easiest to clean, but shows every little irregularity, that’s why it is very important to prepare well the surface before painting. It is recommended mostly for furniture.
Ask for help of an interior designer for choosing the proper paint.