What paint finish should I use in my Dubai villa — matte, eggshell, or satin?

For a Dubai villa, here's the practical guide to paint finishes by room: Matte finish: Best for bedrooms and formal living areas with low traffic. Absorbs light beautifully and hides wall imperfections well. The problem in Dubai: it's not washable — fingerprints and marks require repainting. Not recommended for kitchens, hallways, or children's rooms. Eggshell finish: The best all-round choice for most Dubai rooms. Slightly sheen, washable, hides imperfections reasonably well, and handles humidity better than matte. Recommended for: living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and any room where you want a balance of appearance and practicality. Satin finish: More sheen, very washable, durable. Best for: children's rooms, hallways, staircases, and any high-traffic areas. Also excellent for doors and woodwork. Semi-gloss or gloss: For skirting boards, door frames, doors, and bathroom/kitchen walls where moisture resistance is important. Dubai-specific consideration: in rooms with AC vents blowing air directly at walls, dust sticks more readily to matte finishes. Eggshell or satin on AC-facing walls saves you significant cleaning effort. Jotun Majestic (matte and eggshell) and Jotun Sens (low-VOC matte) are excellent choices widely used by Dubai painters and very well-suited to the climate.