The sheer variety of paints available today can feel overwhelming, even for seasoned decorators. Little Greene, a trusted name in the paint industry, offers a wide range of products designed to suit every room and purpose. In this guide, we’ll demystify the different types of Little Greene paints, what they’re best used for, and how to achieve a flawless finish for your home.
Little Greene Interior Paint Types
Let’s break down the key options in Little Greene’s range of interior paints and explore their unique features:
Absolute Matt Emulsion
A traditional emulsion with a flat matt finish.
Provides a soft, chalky appearance and is wipeable for easy maintenance.
Intelligent Matt Emulsion
A modern, highly durable paint designed for walls and woodwork.
Ideal for the "colour drenching" trend, where walls, woodwork, and ceilings are painted the same shade.
Scrubbable for added durability, making it perfect for high-traffic areas.
Intelligent Eggshell
A robust paint with a subtle sheen, designed for damp environments like kitchens and bathrooms.
Slightly shinier than matt finishes, offering excellent moisture resistance.
Intelligent Satin
Specifically formulated for woodwork, such as skirting boards, doors, and cabinets.
Provides a smooth, slightly glossy finish and exceptional durability.
Which Paint Should You Use and When?
Little Greene paints often overlap in functionality, which can make choosing the right one challenging. Here’s a room-by-room guide to help you decide:
Living Rooms
Living rooms see heavy use, so durability is key.
Ceilings and Walls:Use Intelligent Matt Emulsion for its durable, scrubbable surface that resists everyday wear and tear.
Skirting Boards:Intelligent Satin is recommended for skirting boards, as it offers superior durability against impacts from hoovers, shoes, and pets.
For Colour Drenching:If you’re embracing the trend of colour drenching—painting walls and woodwork the same shade—opt for Intelligent Matt Emulsion throughout. However, bear in mind that while this achieves a perfectly matched finish, satin paint remains more durable for skirting boards.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms require paints that can withstand steam and moisture.
Intelligent Eggshell is the top choice for bathroom walls and woodwork. Its slightly shiny finish provides excellent resistance to steam and condensation, ensuring a long-lasting, hardwearing result.
Kitchens
Kitchens need a paint that resists grease and stains while maintaining a stylish finish.
While Intelligent Eggshell is traditionally suggested for kitchens due to its moisture resistance, many homeowners prefer the flatter look of matt paint. Intelligent Matt Emulsion offers a highly durable alternative, delivering the modern matt finish without compromising on resilience.
Bedrooms
For bedrooms we would also recommend the Intelligent Matt Emulsion however, you could opt for the Absolute Matt Emulsion which is less durable than the intelligent emulsion. This is personal choice with the bedroom usually seeing less wear and tear than a living room for instance.
Pro Tips for Getting the Best Finish
Preparation Is Key:
Clean surfaces thoroughly before painting to remove grease, dust, and debris.
Sand woodwork lightly to create a key.
Test Before You Commit:
Use sample pots to see how colors and finishes look in your space under different lighting conditions.
Choose Tools Wisely:
Use high-quality brushes and rollers for a smooth, professional application.
Apply Two Coats:
For even coverage and durability, always apply at least two coats of paint, allowing sufficient drying time between layers.
Why Little Greene?
Little Greene paints not only offer exceptional durability and style but are also environmentally friendly, with minimal VOC content. Their versatility ensures that there’s a product for every room and design preference.
For expert advice and professional results, Pure Perfection Painters is here to help. Whether you’re tackling a full home makeover or a single room refresh, our team has the knowledge and skill to bring your vision to life.
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