Glossy cabinets look sleek but show fingerprints, scratches, and grease immediately. They reflect light nicely, yet every smudge is visible. Matte finishes hide stains better but are harder to wipe completely clean and can show patches after cleaning.
So which is better?
Choose based on how you actually live:
Lots of kids touching everything → matte
You clean frequently and carefully → glossy
Small kitchen needing more reflected light → glossy
Busy lifestyle with quick cleaning → matte
There is no perfect finish. There is only the finish that matches your habits and level of patience for cleaning.
