White Gloss Paint

[unhappychick]

Has anyone got any recommendations for the best white gloss, that stays looking white? It doesnt matter what ones I use they go discoloured after 6 months, I want it staying bright and clean looking...any suggestions? thanks

[toneless]

Hi Unhappychick,

Assuming that you are referring to your internal paintwork:

It is highly likely that you have been using a solvent based paint which is prone to discolour (especially Brilliant White). Discolouration is "speeded up" if the room suffers from a lack of natural light.

I would recommend that you try a good quality trade Acrylic Gloss such as Leyland High Gloss. I have used this product many times to obtain an excellent professional finish.

Check here for your nearest supplier:

http://www.leyland-paints.co.uk/index.php

Good luck

toneless

[chas2008]

after sufferering similar problems and trying different options i ended up using crown quick drying gloss water based paint, its a pig to use takes some getting used to but it doesnt discolour. I recently replaced some internal doors after painting and fitting them i found i didnt need to paint the frames which i last done 3-4 years ago, it was a perfect match..

[unhappychick]

Thats great, thanks guys! A big help!!!

[chas2008]

if you go down the water based crown route, like i said its a pain to use, takes a bit of practice and needs a decent brush with fine hairs. (must try it with a roller one day) It can show the brushmarks until you get the hang of it but i consider the hassle well worth it.

[Grumpy46]

I would say being a painter you would not do better then using a Dulux paint.

[carrust]

As a decorator I'm with grumpy on this one. Dulux trade is the best by a mile! BTW, the only way to get a decent finish with water-based gloss is to use a spray gun.

[Fitboy-slim]

Paint everything cream. It looks nice, and you can't tell if it 'discolours'

[jonesytwotwo]

Dulux trade. Make sure you put an undercoat first, so that you get the depth, but Happy and Grumpy are right.