---
type: faq
title: "How do I choose between matte and gloss finishes?"
description: "Gloss and matte both look great, but they behave differently under light and in the hand, so the right one depends on your design and how the piece will be"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/how-do-i-choose-between-matte-and-gloss-finishes
tags: ["Material", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# How do I choose between matte and gloss finishes?

Gloss and matte both look great, but they behave differently under light and in the hand, so the right one depends on your design and how the piece will be

Part of the **Material** hub. See [all faq concepts](index.md).

- Page type: faq
- Hub: Material
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/how-do-i-choose-between-matte-and-gloss-finishes