Flat paint is an excellent choice when it comes to painting textured walls or areas with many imperfections, as it has a no- to low-gloss finish, making it so that the light doesn’t reflect off of bumps or blemishes. Due to its lack of reflectivity, flat paint is often used for painting ceilings.  Matte paint has a low- to medium-gloss finish, making it slightly more reflective than flat paint. Matte paint is also a good choice for covering flaws, with the added benefit of being easier to clean. Due to its higher gloss content, matte paint is better at resisting moisture than flat paint is, and can be more easily cleaned without running the risk of accidentally scrubbing off the paint. Matte paint is often used in lower traffic areas, such as adult bedrooms.