"Eggshell finish is one step above a dead-flat paint finish," says Ashley ... How to Identify Its Finish The biggest difference between these two finishes is their level of sheen and, thus ...

So, what distinguishes eggshell vs. satin? Eggshell paint is paint with a sheen that is glossier than flat yet duller than satin. It gets its name from its similarity to the surface of an eggshell.