Yes, painting baseboards with semi-gloss is the standard practice among professional painters and is highly recommended for both aesthetic and functional reasons. Baseboards are high-touch, high-traffic areas near the floor that collect dust, dirt, scuffs from shoes, vacuum cleaners, pet hair, and occasional splashes, so they need a paint that is hard, durable, and easy to clean. Semi-gloss, with its 35 to 70 percent gloss, dries to a hard, non-porous, enamel-like film that resists moisture and can be scrubbed without damaging the finish, unlike flat or eggshell which can burnish or stain when cleaned aggressively. Visually, semi-gloss provides a subtle shine that makes baseboards and other trim stand out against lower-sheen walls, adding crisp definition and a finished, professional look to the room. It also reflects a bit more light, which can brighten the lower part of the wall. While some people with a modern matte aesthetic use satin for baseboards for a softer look, semi-gloss remains the most durable and most common choice. For best results, use a high-quality acrylic semi-gloss and apply two coats over primer.
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