The advancement in paint over the last 10 years sees the range of applications for each type of paint grow wider and wider, especially when we are talking about trade paints which tends to move quicker than what we'll call domestic or customer paints.
There are paints which can now be used on wood metal and plastic with now primer, like Zinsser allcoat or Bedec Multi Surface Paint for instance, something which years ago would have seen impossible. Things don't stop there however.
With the introduction of wood panelling, along with painting your skirting boards the same colour as the wall, manufacturers are pushing the limits of paint application, and as a trades person, or customer, this opens up more and more possibilities.
One of these possibilities, as mentioned above is painting your skirting boards the same colour and with the same paint as your walls. Something which up until recently would have left you with flaking and peeling paint in no time! You should however proceed with caution as using the wrong type of emulsion paint will see your skirting boards looking tired in no time.
Which type of emulsion paint can you use to paint your skirting boards?
The type of paint we would recommend is a durable matt paint. Certain manufacturers call them slightly differently but in essence you are looking for an Acrylic Durable Matt Paint. The reason for this is the durable paint adheres better and resists scratches and scuff marks, which in turn, keeps your skirting boards looking better for longer.
Things to know before painting your skirting boards with emulsion
Before you go dusting off the paint brushes and start painting your skirting boards there are a few things to be careful of. You first of all need to check you skirting boards are not already painted in oil based paint. If they are, then you will need to use a primer first. For details on this you can read an article here.
If your skirting boards are painted with a water based paint then we would recommend you to "key" the surface first, lightly sanding with a 120grit sandpaper to ensure good adhesion. Then ensure you have 2 light coats of paint in a similar way to as if you were using "gloss" paint.
The advantage of using emulsion for you skirting boards or wood panelling as well is the colour and finish will be the same as the walls, giving a seamless transition, and that premium look to your room. It will also reduce the types of paint you need to use and reduce the time you take to paint the room.
So now you're armed with the information give it a go and let us know what you think. The latest paint technology is opening up more and more possibilities. Go out there and use it to you advantage! Happy decorating.
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