Leyland Trade Satinwood Review

Leyland Trade satinwood is an oil-based satin paint used on interior woodwork and other trim. It is described as “self-undercoating”, which just means you do not need to apply an undercoat to previously painted surfaces before applying the satinwood, unless of course you’re going for a big colour change.

Bare timber should be primed accordingly before applying Leyland Trade satinwood. Problem substrates such as melamine should first be coated with an adhesion primer.

Available online by clicking here, you can buy this paint in brilliant white, or any colour from Leyland’s extensive range. Recoat time is 16 hours and in my experience, trying to apply additional coats sooner can lead to problems.

You can apply Leyland Trade Satinwood via brush or roller. Dilute with white spirit and clean with turps. I probably wouldn’t attempt to spray this, but that’s a similar story with all oil-based satinwood products.

My Leyland Satinwood Review

Right, let’s get down to my personal feelings about Leyland Trade satinwood. Opacity and ease of use are amazing!! You can dilute the paint slightly so it flies on, and it will still cover most surfaces in two coats. The finish is fantastic too. You can experience brush marks on large flat surfaces, but providing you’re careful, these are avoidable. The brilliant white in particular leaves an outstanding finish.

There is one massive drawback with Leyland Trade satinwood, and that is how quickly it discolours. Much the same as any of the Johnstone’s alternative, but worse. As a decorator, I use this paint when working for landlords as it often covers in one coat to keep the costs down. However, I wouldn’t use it in someone’s house.

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Review Summary

The Alternatives

I may be a little bit of a paint snob, but as a professional decorator, I tend to stick to the better trade paints. If you have your heart set on an oil-based satinwood, then I’d opt for either Dulux Trade or Crown Trade. Both of which are fantastic.

Or you could go water-based. Johnstone’s Aqua Guard is manufactured by the same company who make Leyland Satinwood. Unlike the Leyland Satinwood, it is widely regarded as one of the best satinwood paints available.

You will need to use Johnstone’s Aqua undercoat if painting over previously painted surfaces. Aqua Guard is easy to use, quick drying, good opacity, leaves a gorgeous finish and dries durable. You can buy it online by clicking here, in any colour from any brand. (Thank me later)

FAQs

How long does it take for Leyland Satinwood to dry?

Leyland Trade Satinwood is touch dry relatively quickly (around 4-6 hours). However, the recoat time is 16 hours. You should always adhere to the recoat time when painting.

Is Leyland satinwood oil based?

Leyland Trade Satinwood is oil-based, whereas Leyland Trade Fast Drying Satin is water-based.

Can you paint oil-based satinwood over gloss?

Oil-based satinwood can be used over gloss without issue. If your paint claims to be “self-undercoating”, then you can use it over gloss without the need for a separate adhesion primer.

What’s the difference between gloss satinwood and eggshell?

The sheen level differs from product to product. Gloss has a sheen level of around 80%. Satinwood around 40%, and eggshell around 20%.