Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell is a water-based paint which can be used either as an emulsion on interior walls and ceilings, or as a woodwork paint for internal trim. You can buy this paint in Brilliant White, or a wide range of colours online, or from any Johnstone’s Decorating Centre.
It joined Leyland’s ‘Hardwearing Range’ some time ago, which is a testament to its durability. Touch dry in around 2 hours, you can recoat Leyland Acrylic Eggshell after around 4 hours, but this depends on conditions. Click here to see online prices.
My Leyland Acrylic Eggshell Review
As a professional decorator, I use this paint on a regular basis, normally as an emulsion. It costs roughly £10 per litre for a tinted colour, which is relatively cheap when you compare it to its Johnstone’s, Dulux and Crown counterparts.
It’s worth every penny too!! Ease of use is fantastic, you’ll find if flows from your brush and roller with ease, and it seems to go a long way.
Opacity is also good, even in white (which is unusual for an eggshell). Two coats will normally handle a big colour change with ease.
The best thing about Leyland Acrylic Eggshell is the overall finish. A lot of other eggshell products look cheap when spread over large areas. This one doesn’t. You won’t see any flashing, picture framing, or roller marks either.
Pound for pound, I think this paint is fantastic. You could spend big and go for one of the designer brands, but this is easily as good as anything else in the same price bracket.
That said, I personally wouldn’t use it to paint woodwork. Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell is a fantastic emulsion with a good finish and very durable, but I tend to stick to specialist paints for trim, like Johnstone’s Aqua Guard or WRX satin.
Review Summary
Leyland Acrylic Eggshell Review - Decorator's forum UK
A durable paint with a 20% sheen level. This product is mostly used for walls and ceilings in kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas.
Product Brand: Leyland Trade
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Pros
- Available in loads of colours.
- Reasonably priced.
- Fantastic flow, making it a joy to use.
- No major issues with flashing and picture framing.
- Waterproof and durable.
Cons
- The opacity and finish of Johnstone’s Trade Acrylic eggshell is better, but this is to be expected.
- Probably not quite durable enough for use on woodwork.
FAQs
What’s the difference between acrylic eggshell and eggshell?
Most paints labelled “eggshell” are oil-based and used on woodwork. “Acrylic eggshell” is water-based, and can be used on walls, ceilings, or woodwork.
How long does it take for Leyland Eggshell to dry?
Leyland Acrylic Eggshell is touch dry in 1-2 hours, can be recoated after 3-4 hours, and takes a few days to cure and become fully hard.
Can you use acrylic eggshell on radiators?
Acrylic eggshell can be used on radiators, providing you use a good adhesion primer first. However, like most paints, it does effect heat efficiency slightly. Radiator enamel is a better bet.
Where to use acrylic eggshell paint?
You can use acrylic eggshell on interior walls, ceilings, or woodwork. It’s often used in kitchens and bathrooms because it’s waterproof and easy to keep clean.
Where to Buy
You can get Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell from any Johnstone’s Decorating Centre, but unless you qualify for a trade discount, it will almost certainly be cheaper to buy it online. Click here to see online prices.
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