Among the most intriguing developments in nonfiction writing is the growth of the hybrid narrative. A hybrid (the verb: to hybridize) juxtaposes, usually without transitions, two or more unlike elements: think hybrid automobile that runs onâand switches smoothly betweenâgas and battery power sources.
All of these finishes have a sheen that is between semigloss and flat paints. Satin and low-lustre paints have a slightly higher sheen than eggshell finishes. Paints in this category are warmer and provide a greater appearance of depth than flat paints. They also resist stains better than flat paints.
Between those two extremes, there is a number of intermediate gloss levels. Their common names, from the most dull to the most shiny, include: flat, matte, eggshell, satin, silk, semi-gloss and high gloss. These terms are not standardized, and not all manufacturers use all these terms.lossy paints are shiny and reflect most light in the specular (mirror-like) direction, while on matte paints most of the light diffuses in a range of angles. The gloss level of paint can also affect its apparent colour.