EXTERIOR PAINTS
Exterior Paint Finishes
In any exterior project we understand that protection, durability and longevity are the key to a beautiful finish. That’s why we recommend the range of exterior paints from Little Greene as they combine the highest technical performance with the most beautiful finish and profound depth of colour which not only look fantastic and have a superb finish, they are durable, practical and formulated to withstand the test of time, harsh weather conditions and UV Light.
There are six products in the Little Greene Exterior Paints family which include Gloss and Eggshell paints for woodwork and metalwork in both oil-based and water-based systems, plus traditional Limewash and Masonry Paint for brickwork, stone and render. One of the latest additions ‘Intelligent ASP’ (all surface primer undercoat) is capable of preparing virtually any substrate for painting, making it the go-to starting point for any exterior project.
Intelligent Exterior Eggshell
is perfect for all exterior woodwork and metalwork including doors, window trims, timber buildings, gates and garden furniture. A very durable, water-based and virtually odourless paint, it’s easy to maintain and is totally weather resistant. It has excellent penetration and inhibits mould and algal growth. Its technically advanced, self-priming formulation means Intelligent Exterior Eggshell can be applied straight onto new and bare wood, as well as to suitably primed metalwork. One of the smartest and most environmentally-friendly choices for all exterior joinery, Intelligent Exterior Eggshell has an elegant, smooth appearance that belies its inherent strength and durability. Available in all shades in the Little Greene colour palette, this paint is surface dry in 2-4 hours, and can be recoated in 16 hours.
Tom’s Oil Eggshell
is the preferred traditional finish of one of Little Greene’s senior chemists, after whom it was named, and is much loved by professional decorators. Oil-based and therefore extremely hard-wearing, it has excellent flow, deep adhesion, a beautiful low sheen and is fully weather resistant. Also available in all colours, this charming, washable paint is suitable for exterior woodwork and metalwork. It is surface dry in 4 hours and can be recoated in 16 hours.
Traditional Oil Gloss has a classic, deep gloss finish, which looks extremely smart on front doors and traditional joinery. It can be used on both exterior & interior woodwork and metalwork. Extremely hard-wearing, easy to look after and shiny enough to reflect a lot of
light, Traditional Oil Gloss is both practical and elegant.
Intelligent Gloss is a water-based alternative to Little Greene’s Traditional Oil Gloss and is suitable for interior and exterior use.
A tough, environmentally-friendly and fully washable paint with a chic, high sheen, Intelligent Gloss is a fast-drying finish, perfect for
woodwork, but also suitable for use on metals and plaster walls, particularly in rooms that need to be cleaned frequently, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Masonry Paint. Gone are the days of a limited colour choice for exterior painting! Little Greene’s environmentally-friendly Exterior Masonry Paint is available in all colours – it can be used to achieve a long-lasting, matt finish on brick, stone or rendered walls. Water-based, Masonry Paint dries quickly to a pleasingly smooth finish. Extremely durable, it’s guaranteed to last at least 15 years on exterior walls before repainting is required (of course, suitable preparation is necessary to ensure full longevity as with all paint finishes). It also benefits from being highly dirt resistant and its anti-fungal and anti-ageing properties ensure it looks good for longer.
Limewash is a very traditional finish, used to decorate and protect porous stone and lime-rendered surfaces. Water-based and completely natural, it has a breathable finish that makes it suitable for old walls, especially those prone to damp problems. Unlike conventional paints, Limewash penetrates the surface and its beautiful, charismatic depth is built up by applying successive coats. Very matt, it is available in a wide choice of colours.
Intelligent All Surface Primer Undercoat. Little Greene’s brand new, most technically-advanced primer is the sure way to
provide the perfect preparation for your chosen finish. Getting rid of those confusing issues of which primer to use, this water-based Primer & Undercoat is a solid foundation for ALL interior and exterior surfaces including wood, metals, ceramic tiles, laminated surfaces, glass and uPVC. Not only does it offer amazing ease of application on all building substrates, its super-speedy three hour drying time, makes this robust primer the go-to preparation for projects that need to be completed quickly. Intelligent ASP is tinted the same to your final colour choice to ensure the full opacity - and longevity - of your top-coat is achieved quickly and efficiently.
A quick note about Little Greene being 'Green'. They produce environmentally-friendly finishes for every application, ethically manufactured in a traditional paint factory in the foothills of Snowdon. Little Greene paints are lovingly crafted using the highest quality ingredients, clever formulations and complex colour recipes, with no compromise on quality or performance. The company’s water-based paints far exceed all legislation on VOCs and their innovative environmentally-friendly eco-oil recipe has been formulated using naturally-occurring vegetable oils. In addition, all its packaging, including the metal cans, contains recycled materials and can be recycled again upon disposal.