on August 21, 2025
Find the right finish for the look and durability you need — organised by surface and room type.
Best finish by use
| Best for | Recommended finishes |
|---|---|
| Interior Walls & Ceilings | Dead Flat®, Modern Emulsion, Estate Emulsion |
| Interior Wood & Metal | Dead Flat®, Modern Eggshell, Estate Eggshell, Full Gloss |
| Interior Concrete or Wooden Floors | Modern Eggshell |
| Exterior Wood & Metal | Exterior Eggshell, Full Gloss |
| Exterior Walls & Masonry | Exterior Masonry, Exterior Eggshell |
Tip: for kitchens and bathrooms, choose Modern Emulsion (walls) and Modern Eggshell (wood/metal) for extra durability.
Finishes — quick descriptions
Dead Flat® — 2% sheen
Ultra-matt, washable and scuff-resistant. Enhances colour depth in busy areas.
Suitable for: Interior walls & ceilings, woodwork, metalwork.
Modern Emulsion — 7% sheen
Tough matt, washable and mould-protected. The best choice for kitchens and bathrooms.
Suitable for: Interior walls & ceilings, kitchens, bathrooms.
Estate Emulsion — 2% sheen
Classic chalky matt with depth of colour. Best for low-traffic rooms.
Suitable for: Interior walls & ceilings, low-traffic areas.
Modern Eggshell — 40% sheen
Super-tough satin finish for wood, metal and concrete — even strong enough for floors and cabinets.
Suitable for: Interior woodwork, furniture, kitchen cabinets, metal, radiators, floors & concrete.
Estate Eggshell — 20% sheen
Low-shine satin that highlights wood and metal with subtle elegance. Washable and wipeable.
Suitable for: Interior woodwork, metal & radiators.
Full Gloss — 95% sheen
Highest-shine finish for interiors and exteriors. Water, flake and fade resistant for up to 6 years.
Suitable for: Interior & exterior walls, woodwork, metal, doors, furniture.
Exterior Eggshell — 20% sheen
Durable low-sheen satin for exterior wood and metal. Flexible and weather-resistant.
Suitable for: Exterior woodwork, doors, windows, metal.
Exterior Masonry — 2% sheen
Long-lasting matt for brick, render and concrete. Highly breathable and weatherproof.
Suitable for: Exterior walls & masonry.
Casein Distemper — 2% sheen
Traditional breathable finish with chalky character. Best for historic or decorative interiors.
Suitable for: Interior plaster & ceilings.
Soft Distemper — 2% sheen
Delicate matt finish for traditional surfaces. Not washable.
Suitable for: Interior plaster, ceilings, decorative details.
Limewash — 2% sheen
Historic breathable finish for masonry and stone. Ages beautifully with natural variation.
Suitable for: Interior & exterior masonry, stone, brick.
