It s got to be semigloss.
Best finish for front door paint.
For finish always choose semigloss over flat or eggshell.
Semigloss is preferred for front door paint because it highlights architectural features and stands up to nicks and scrapes.
Exterior paints are sold in flat matte eggshell satin semi gloss and gloss sheens in order of the lowest to the highest.
The same goes for exterior trim.
Tips when painting the front door a cloudy to partly sunny dry day with little to no wind is best for exterior painting.
While you can choose any finish glossy paints are typically preferred for doors and trim because they stand out and highlight these architectural features.