Intelligent Exterior Eggshell Paint

Intelligent Exterior Eggshell is a self-priming, low-sheen finish designed for all exterior woodwork and joinery.

Intelligent Exterior Eggshell provides a simple, elegant way to refresh your outdoor space with colour, offering a high level of protection. This exterior finish is ideal for window frames, external doors, gates, garden furniture and timber outbuildings.

Available in the full Little Greene colour palette, Intelligent Exterior Eggshell provides a low sheen of just 15%. This washable, water-based paint provides an extremely durable, flexible and virtually odourless finish for a range of exterior projects.

Discover Little Greene’s Intelligent Exterior Eggshell below.

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Intelligent Exterior Eggshell Overview:

Available in all colours
Virtually odourless
Extremely durable, flexible finish
Inhibits mould and algal growth
Weather resistant and completely washable
Suitable for all exterior woodwork
Can also be used on suitably primed metalwork
Self-priming on new and bare wood
Gloss level: Low Sheen (15%)
Coverage: approx 12 square metres per litre
Drying time: touch dry in 2-4 hours, recoat in 16 hours
Available in 2.5 & 1 Litre

Benefits of Exterior Eggshell Paint

Weather Resistant

This water based exterior paint dries with a UV resistant film, that resists cracking, flaking and peeling over time. This microporous film minimises blistering and leaves your paint fully resistant to fungal and algae growth.

Self-Priming

Apply Intelligent Exterior Eggshell to new timber and previously painted surfaces without the need for priming.

Completely Washable

Like all of our Intelligent Paints, this exterior finish is easy to clean, with excellent water resistance.

Exterior Inspiration

Applying Water Based Exterior Paint

Before applying exterior paint to wooden surfaces, rub down thoroughly with a medium grade sandpaper to provide a smooth surface. Make any necessary repairs and apply the first coat of Intelligent Exterior Eggshell to the exposed surface as appropriate.

We recommend applying 2-3 coats of this self-priming paint finish.

If you are painting a treated surface, avoid applying this exterior finish directly onto waxed, wood-stained or varnished wood. Before you begin painting, we recommend complete removal of the existing coating. Then, rub down the surface to provide a mechanical key.

If you’re looking for your next garden project, explore our guides on how to paint a shed or how to paint a fence.

For inspiration on selecting a shade for your front door, read our Q&A on exterior eggshell paint for wood.

Intelligent Exterior Eggshell

Sample Pots are available in our most popular finish, Absolute Matt Emulsion.

Exterior seating area with a wall painted in Hopper green

FAQs About Intelligent Exterior Eggshell Paint

What tin size is Intelligent Exterior Eggshell paint available in?

Intelligent Exterior Eggshell is available in 1 litre and 2.5 litre tins.

To help you calculate quantities needed, this exterior finish covers approximately 12 square metres per litre. Alternatively, use the paint calculator on the individual product pages to provide an estimate of the paint quantity required.

How long does Intelligent Exterior Eggshell paint take to dry?

As a water-based formula, Intelligent Exterior Eggshell paint offers a quick drying time of just 2-4 hours. You can recoat the painted surface after 16 hours.

Can you use Intelligent Exterior Eggshell paint on metal surfaces?

You can apply this exterior finish to primed metalwork to provide durable and long-lasting protection against the elements.

Learn more about the best paints for metal surfaces.

Does the Exterior Eggshell finish prevent mould and algal growth?

We’ve formulated our Intelligent Exterior Eggshell paint to inhibit mould and algal on painted surfaces. This finish is ideal for maintaining clean, manageable outdoor living spaces.

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