Exterior Oil Based Paints

If you’re painting exterior surfaces, oil-based paints are always the best choice. Water-based paints are more commonly used for interior surfaces, which don’t need to be protected from the elements; the toughness of oil-based paints is why they succeed where water-based paint will fail.

No matter what surfaces need some TLC, oil-based paints will shine.

 

Why use Exterior Oil-Based Paint?

The best masonry paint, wood treatments, and metal paints are all oil-based, as toughness is what both professional and domestic painters need most when painting outside.

A surface is damaged when water, fungi, or insects can attack it. The oil solvent used within the paint compound repels moisture, and our paint contains a fungicide and insecticide that keeps mould and pests away.

When this compound is applied to exterior surfaces, they’ll be protected for years, regardless of what the UK weather can throw at it. Wind, rain, ice, snow, and harsh sunlight will not be able to reach the vulnerable surface, and it’ll look great for up to a decade.

Oil-based paints are also glossy, with a high sheen finish that reflects a lot of light. To some this is a disadvantage, as the glare can be annoying, but if you choose your surfaces well, they’ll shine after a shower but not in a way that ruins the look of your outdoor areas.

Where to use Exterior Oil-Based Paint

We’ve worked hard to design paint compounds that are as versatile as possible. If you’re a professional painter or tradesperson, you want to get as much from every purchase as possible, ordering large quantities of paint that can be used in multiple ways.

That’s why our exterior oil-based paint is perfect for:

• Masonry
• Sheds
• Fences
• Patios
• Stone Walls
• Outdoor Furniture (Wood and Metal)

If protection is your main goal, you won’t mind using a similar colour for a lot of these surfaces, and if you have a colour scheme, you can use it tactically to complement the centrepieces of your garden.

Just keep in mind that the surface you are painting will affect how the paint looks once dry. The texture of a wooden fence, for example, will make the same paint look different to how it looks on metal or stone.

No matter what you are painting, make sure you always prepare the surface thoroughly. This is because any imperfections will show through even the thickest oil-based paint, and if there is dirt or grime trapped underneath it will continue to damage the surface.

 

The Disadvantages of Oil-Based Paint

As useful as it is, oil-based paints aren’t perfect, and there are some things you should keep in mind before you place your order.

The first is that oil-based paints are trickier to work with than their water-based counterparts. If you’re an experienced painter, this isn’t a problem, but if you’re tackling exterior surfaces for the first time, you’ll need to follow one of our guides closely to see the best results.

Oil-based paint can also be harmful to the environment. This is because it produces VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) that can affect animals and plant life. Make sure that you isolate the area you’re painting as much as possible, and keep people and pets away until after it has dried.

Drying times are also something to be aware of. Oil-based paint takes longer to dry, which can be trouble if you’re trying to dodge bad weather. Keep this is mind during planning, as even light rain or strong winds will ruin the finish of your paint.

 

The Best Exterior Oil-Based Paint

No matter which exterior surface(s) you’re painting, trust Paintmaster to provide the best paint and painting accessories. With us you have everything you need in one place, and you can even find guides and advice on how to make the most of your oil-based paint on our blog.

With its high sheen and unmatched toughness, exterior oil-based paint will make your surfaces look fantastic, and its weatherproofing compound will ensure they stay that way for a long time.