Collection: Water Based Paint

So first things first, what is water based paint? To put it simply water based paints are created using water, rather than chemical solvents you find in solvent based paints. With this popular paint type becoming more of a staple in everyday decorating, we've pulled together a list of advantages and benefits to help you see why:

Lower VOCs - Water based paints generally feature lower levels of VOCs, meaning they are a better choice for the environment and tend to have less of a stronger paint smell than solvents paints will have.

Durable and easy to apply - Water based paints are known for adhering to surfaces beautifully and delivering a smooth and even application.

Versatility - Suitable for applying to a wide range of surfaces, including walls, woodwork, metal, brickwork and more.

Quicker drying time - One of the major benefits of using a water based paint is the drying time, with most paints allowing same day application and re-coating.

Modern water-based paints have improved significantly and are often preferred because they dry quickly, however they do have some limitations:

• May require more coats to achieve full coverage, especially over dark colours.
• Not ideal for some surfaces without proper preparation, such as glossy finishes or certain metals.

Yes you can. Some of our most popular products include:

Johnstone’s Trade Aqua Satin- Brilliant White - 

Suitable for interior and exterior woodwork and metal, Johnstone's Trade Aqua Satin features all the benefits of a traditional satin but includes a much quicker drying time and a low odour. Another great choice from the Johnstone's Aqua range includes Johnstone’s Aqua Water Based Gloss Paint.

Tikkurila Everal Aqua 10 - A water acrylic paint, Tikkurila Everal Aqua 10 is suitable for doors, windows and furniture. A highly durable paint that can be used both internally and externally, this water based paint is quick drying and high temperature resistant.

Before applying water based paint it's important to take into consider the temperature. For the best possible results, water based paints should be applied in temperatures above 5°C, if it is applied to a substrate below this temperature then the performance and overall finish can be severely affected. 

When it comes to the application of water based paints, there are a number of ways in which you can apply it. In most cases, we recommend reading the manufacturers label usually displayed on the tin to find out the best methods of application for that particular tin.

You can buy a wide variety of water based paints directly from Decorating Centre Online via our website. Simply choose your preferred product, add it to your basket and continue to the checkout. We offer free standard delivery on all orders over £60.00 and can provide a next day delivery service if required.

We also provide a wide variety of white emulsion paint.