Kitchens are an extremely busy place, and the paint in your kitchen might be susceptible to food splatter, so you’ll need to choose a paint that can stand up to regular scrubbing. In terms of paint finishes, it’s important to remember that the more matte the paint finish is, the harder it will be to clean. This means that semi-gloss or satin paint finishes are likely your best options. These finishes are both stain-resistant and easily cleaned.