Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Eggshell Paint - Tinted Colour Match

Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Eggshell is a high-performance, water-based eggshell paint that delivers a smooth, low-sheen finish ideal for interior wood and metal surfaces. Formulated with Breatheasy® technology, this 99% solvent-free product offers low odour and fast drying times, perfect for projects that require minimal disruption. With excellent flow and application, it provides the look and durability of a traditional solvent-based finish, with the added benefits of a water-based system. Ideal for both commercial and residential projects, it’s also BREEAM® and LEED® accredited, making it a more sustainable decorating choice.

• Water-based with Breatheasy® low-odour formula
• Provides a real alternative to solvent-based paints
• Quick drying for faster turnaround
• Excellent application flow & levelling
• Significantly reduces brush marks
• Low-sheen eggshell finish
• BREEAM® & LEED® accredited for sustainability
• Use Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat for optimum results

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Crown 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	Use on suitably prepared interior and exterior joinery and metalwork. Suitable for Doors, Windows, Exterior & Interior Wood, Metal, PVCu
Base	Water-Based
Coverage	Up to 15m2 per litre
Drying Time	Touch Dry: 1-2 Hours
Re-Coat Time	4-6 Hours
Recommended Coats	2 Coats
Application Method	Brush, Roller or Sprayer
VOC Levels	Minimal
Clean Up	Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with water

All surfaces must be suitably dry, and free from anything that will interfere with the adhesion of the materials to be applied.

New Surfaces

Timber and Timber Based Boards (Including MDF)
• Treat any knots with two coats of fresh knotting.
• Fill any fixing holes, open joints and shallow surface defects with Sandtex Trade Ready Mixed Filler.
• Rub down with a suitable grade of abrasive paper. Remove all dust.
• Prime with one coat of Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.
All metals
• Lightly abrade to a bright (not polished) surface – excluding galvanised surfaces.
• Wash with hot water and liquid detergent solution to remove oil, grease or any other contaminants, frequently changing the water.
• Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
• Allow to dry.

Additional surface preparation

Galvanising
• Bright galvanised surfaces should be pre-treated with Crown Trade Protective Coatings T Wash. Overall blackening of the surface will confirm satisfactory surface preparation.
• When dry, prime with one coat of Crown Trade High Build Rust Inhibiting Primer or Crown Trade Water Based Metal Primer.
• Undercoat with one coat of Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.
Non-ferrous metals
• Prime bare metal with one coat of Crown Trade High Build Rust Inhibiting Primer or Crown Trade Water Based Metal Primer.
• Undercoat with one coat of Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.
Ferrous Metals
• Remove all millscale and rust back to clean bright metal. Remove all residues.
• Prime within the working day with one coat of Crown Trade High Build Rust Inhibiting Primer or two coats of Crown Trade Water Based Metal Primer.
• Undercoat with one coat of Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.

Previously Decorated Surfaces

Timber
• Treat any knots with two coats of fresh knotting.
• Fill any fixing holes, open joints and shallow surface defects with Sandtex Trade Ready Mixed Filler.
• Rub down with a suitable grade of abrasive paper prior to applying Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat. Remove all dust.
• Spot prime bare areas with one coat of Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.
Metals
• Remove all corrosion or rust back to clean bright metal. Remove all residues.
• Spot prime bare metal within the working day with one coat of Crown Trade High Build Rust Inhibiting Primer or Crown Trade Water Based Metal Primer.
Timber and metals
• Wash remaining sound paint with hot water and liquid detergent solution to remove any contaminants, frequently changing the water.
• Any glossy or eggshell surfaces must be wet abraded to provide a key.
• Rinse with clean water to remove all residues.
• Allow to dry.
• Bring forward spot primed areas and undercoat overall with Crown Trade Fastflow Quick Dry Primer Undercoat.

Always test a small area of the surface to be painted to ensure you are happy with the finished results

• Stir well before use.
• Apply 2 coats using a good quality synthetic brush or a good quality micro fibre medium pile roller, to achieve an even thickness. To assist application on porous substrates the surface may be dampened slightly. For airless spray (dilution may be required). For further information follow the spray manufacturer’s guidelines. Maintain a wet edge. On timber lay off in the direction of the grain.
• Avoid excessive de-nibbing in-between coats.
• Always intermix packs for colour consistency. Please check for colour accuracy prior to application. Crown Paints or Next Day Paint is not liable for decorating costs caused as a result of an incorrect colour being applied.
• Newly painted doors and windows should not be closed until the paint is fully dry.

Note: Certain colours may require additional coats to give complete obliteration.

Always follow manufacturer's instructions found on the tin

Under normal and frost free conditions this product will remain usable for up to two years if stored correctly and unopened. Store in secure dry conditions between 5°C and 40°C and inaccessible to children or animals. Containers should be kept closed during storage.

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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 on 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) - £6.99

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.