Use paint with higher gloss for high traffic areas
Glossy paints have a harder surface.
High-gloss paints are a good bet in bathrooms, kitchens, and other high-traffic rooms. The harder surface resists wear, and glossy paints hold up to frequent washing more successfully. Many painters have long preferred oil-based enamel paints, but newer high-sheen, waterborne acrylic paints offer excellent performance and are lower in volatile organic compounds.
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