Emulsion Paint

Emulsion paint is water-based paint. Each different paint type has various bases to provide an array of finishes in your home. Emulsion paints are perfect for a busy household, due to their long-lasting properties. It can be used for both ceilings and walls in an array of finishes including gloss and satin.

Whilst you can use emulsion paint for your skirting boards, it is recommended to suit hard-wearing paint with oil-based or gloss finish properties. This is due to the constant foot traffic skirting boards can face. However, you can still achieve an attractive finish with emulsion paint, which offers a cheaper option.

Yes, emulsion paints can be used to paint a radiator. If your radiators become slightly worn, it can be a great idea to paint over your radiators, compared to the cost of replacing them altogether. In order to get the best painting finish on your radiator, we recommended thoroughly preparing the surface. Ensuring there is no lifting paint before you paint over and so forth.