Armstead Trade Undercoat - Tinted Colour Match

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Armstead Trade Undercoat - Tinted Colour Match is a professional-quality, solvent-based undercoat suitable for interior and exterior wood, metal, and properly primed masonry surfaces. Available in a wide range of tinted colours, it provides a reliable base for Armstead Trade High Gloss and other topcoats.

Ideal for doors, skirting boards, railings, and walls, this tinted undercoat ensures excellent opacity, adhesion, and coverage, allowing your chosen topcoat colour to appear vibrant and consistent.

• Wide selection of tinted colours for design flexibility
• Durable, reliable base for topcoat finishes
• Good coverage for fewer coats and consistent results
• Professional-quality formula for long-lasting performance

Armstead Trade Undercoat - Tinted Colour Match provides a smooth, dependable foundation for high-quality topcoat finishes, enhancing both colour vibrancy and durability.

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Armstead Trade tinting machine. We mix the paint on site, which means we can offer our usual fast delivery with no extra delay. Tinted Colour Match paints can't be cancelled or returned as they are tinted to order.

Area	Interior & Exterior
Recommended Use	Wood, metal, and primed masonry
Base	Solvent based
Coverage	Up to 15m² per litre
Drying Time	2-6 hours
Re-Coat Time	6-16 hours
Recommended Coats	1 coat
Application Method	Brush or roller
Clean Up	Remove as much paint as possible from brushes before cleaning with white spirit

Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and free from any defective or poorly adhering material such as flaking paint, dirt, or grease.

Thoroughly rub down previously painted surfaces using wet flatting methods where possible, then wipe clean with a damp, lint-free cloth.
• Treat any knots in timber with a suitable knotting solution such as Ronseal's Knotting Pale.
• New or bare surfaces should be primed with an appropriate primer before applying Armstead Trade Undercoat.
• Special precautions should be taken when preparing pre-1990s paint surfaces over wood or metal, as these may contain harmful lead. Always follow relevant safety guidance and wear suitable protective equipment.

Always follow the manufacturers instructions found on the tin, it is recommended that a small test area is applied before painting the entire surface to ensure compatibility.

• Apply by brush or roller. For health and safety reasons associated with solvent-based paints, spray application is not recommended.
• As with other solvent-based coatings, do not apply in temperatures below 5ºC, in accordance with British Standard BS 6150.
• Stir thoroughly before use.
• For best results, apply one even coat of Armstead Trade Undercoat allow to dry for up to 16 hours before applying a top coat
• Apply one or two coats of Armstead Trade High Gloss or Armstead Trade High Gloss Tinted Colour Match to achieve a durable, professional-quality finish.

Do not use or store in extremes of temperature and protect from frost. To prevent spillage, please store and transport upright.

Q. Do I need to use Armstead Trade Undercoat before applying gloss paint?

A. Yes. Armstead Trade Undercoat is specially formulated to provide a smooth, even base that enhances the adhesion, coverage, and durability of your topcoat. For best results, apply one coat of Undercoat followed by one or two coats of Armstead Trade High Gloss for a professional, long-lasting finish.

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Delivery - All orders placed on a working day before 3pm will be dispatched on the same day for next working day delivery. Orders placed before 3pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed after 3pm on Friday, weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. 

Delivery of Tinted Products - Tinted paints are dispatched in line with our express order process, shown below. However, due to their bespoke nature, please allow up to an additional 5 working days to accommodate any potential courier delays or delivery issues before receiving a refund or replacement.

We strongly suggest customers avoid booking tradespeople until they receive their order. Next Day Paint will not be held liable for any costs incurred due to order processing errors, delivery delays, or other issues that may result in financial loss.

 

Delivery Options

 

Express Shipping - £3.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

 

AM Delivery - £12.99

Order by: 2pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day by 2pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following AM

 

Late Cut-Off - £5.99

Order by: 4pm, Monday - Friday 

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

 

Saturday Delivery - £9.95

Order by: 2pm, Friday 

Expected delivery: Saturday, 8am - 9pm

 

Standard Delivery (Out of Zone Postcodes Only) - £8.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday 

Expected delivery:  3-5  working days, 8am - 9pm

 

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

We do not deliver to the Channel Islands or the Republic of Ireland

Certain postcodes delivery times and charges may vary please head to the cart to see your available delivery options.

 

Returns

We offer a 14 day money back guarantee for all goods shipped correctly that are not required. If the item is not required, please send the item back for a full refund in its original condition, unused with its original packaging. Please note return for unwanted item is at your own expense.

Contact us as soon as possible to inform us you will be returning the product either by a contact form or by calling our team on 0161 960 0217.

All tinted paint purchases are final and non-refundable. If you're unsure about your selection, please refer to the product listing or contact us for guidance before ordering. Once mixed, tinted paints cannot be returned or refunded, regardless of delivery delays or changes in circumstances.

While we aim to meet delivery timelines, we are not responsible for delays caused by couriers, weather, or other external factors.

We recommend ordering samples or colour charts before purchasing. While we strive to represent colours accurately, screen settings and surface types can affect appearance. Opened tins cannot be returned due to dissatisfaction with colour.

For non-tinted products, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. Items must be returned unused, in original condition and packaging, at your own expense.

 

Damaged Paint

Please visit our damages page, where we can help resolve the issue for you. 

 

Incorrect Item

If we have sent you a different item from what you ordered, we will be happy to organise an exchange for the correct goods at no extra charge to yourself, please get in touch to organise this.

 

Faulty Items

Faulty items can be refunded or exchanged within 30 days. All returns are tested, and if no fault is found, no refund will be issued you'll have the option to have the item returned. For faults discovered after 30 days, please contact the manufacturer for further support.