{"product_id":"little-greene-distemper-5-litre-tinted-colour-match","title":"Little Greene Distemper - 5 Litre - Tinted Colour Match","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOverview\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp\u003eThere is a reason Distemper has been used on the walls of beautiful buildings for centuries. Little Greene Distemper delivers a chalky, velvety matt finish of extraordinary depth and softness, the kind of finish that makes a room feel considered, calm and quietly luxurious in a way that modern emulsions simply cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater-based, environmentally friendly and breathable, it is vapour permeable and allows walls and ceilings to breathe naturally, making it particularly well suited to older buildings, sensitive restorations and rooms finished with lime or natural plasters. Its high opacity means colour goes on richly and evenly, and with a gloss level of less than 5%, the finish is as matt and characterful as it gets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengthened to be wipeable, Little Greene Distemper is a more practical evolution of the traditional formula, retaining all of the softness and purity of colour that makes it so beloved while offering a finish that can be gently cleaned when needed. It works beautifully across the full Little Greene colour palette, and is especially well suited to pastel shades where its powdery, luminous quality truly shines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to bedrooms, living rooms and dining areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupplied by Little Greene please allow 2 to 5 days for delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChalky, deep matt finish - less than 5% gloss level for a beautifully soft, historic appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathable and vapour permeable - ideal for older buildings, lime plaster and natural renders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh opacity - excellent coverage on porous surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipeable - strengthened for gentle cleaning without compromising the finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow odour - water-based and environmentally friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable ina range of Little Greene colours - particularly well suited to pastel shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 5 litre tins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for high traffic areas, contact surfaces, or areas prone to condensation or water vapour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal for older buildings, lime plaster and natural renders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-Based\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpto 15m2 per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrying Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface dry in 1 hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRe-Coat Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 hours minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Coats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 coats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush or Roller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVOC Levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove excess paint and clean all equipment using clean water immediately after use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove any surface imperfections and repair all defects to ensure a premium finish before painting begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is recommended for lime and other natural plasters. It is not recommended for painting over non-porous oil or vinyl-based systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew plaster walls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor plaster skim, allow at least four weeks for the plaster to thoroughly dry before painting. For fully plastered new walls, allow at least six months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a primer coat by thinning the paint with a 5 to 25% addition of clean water, depending on the porosity of the surface. Very porous surfaces such as new plaster may require up to 50% thinning for the first coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut in by brushing at the same dilution as the primer coat to promote flow and seal the substrate, then finish with two full coats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExisting plaster walls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly wash the surface to remove dust or surface laitance from any existing hard distemper finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft distemper must be completely removed before painting, it cannot be painted over directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a primer coat thinned with 5 to 25% clean water, then finish with one or two full coats as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 20% thinning with clean water is recommended for most porous surfaces. Minimum recoat time is 4 hours between coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir thoroughly before use. Distemper may be applied to slightly damp surfaces which can subsequently dry out. Condition new brushes by washing in clean water and drying with a clean, lint-free cloth before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrush application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a high quality synthetic bristle brush suitably sized for the project. Do not immerse the brush too deeply into the tin to avoid paint entering the ferrule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply in even strokes, working in manageable sections to maintain a wet edge at all times. Avoid overloading the brush to prevent drips and splashes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep final brush strokes all in the same direction and never go back over paint that has already begun to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoller application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a short nap wool blend sleeve for smooth surfaces. Increase nap length for textured surfaces to ensure even, thorough coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep final roller strokes all in the same direction, maintaining a wet edge throughout. Never go over already drying paint as this will cause lap marking and flashing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrying \u0026amp; recoating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow a minimum of 4 hours drying time between coats. Two coats are recommended to achieve full depth of colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean all equipment immediately after use with clean water. Never store brushes or roller sleeves in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pastel shades, Distemper's powdery, luminous quality is at its most beautiful. Owing to its chalky finish, pastel tones from the Little Greene palette are particularly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAftercare \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor light surface soiling, use a dilute, lukewarm solution of washing up liquid and a clean sponge or lint-free cloth. Ensure the cloth is well wetted but not dripping, then very gently wipe the affected area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your home well ventilated during activities likely to cause grease or oil accumulation, such as cooking, to help prevent general build-up on painted surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen vacuuming adjacent surfaces, always use a soft brush attachment to prevent marking the painted finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTackle dust from DIY by collecting at source where possible, or thorough vacuum cleaning, to prevent settling on painted walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRepairs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime any exposed substrate before repainting, then repaint \"break to break\" with one or two coats as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpot repairs will almost always result in an inferior aesthetic appearance. Always repaint full sections between natural breaks for the best result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Little Greene","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58058246357376,"sku":"TCLGD5L","price":92.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/6229\/9814\/files\/ndp-little-greene-distemper-5-litre-tinted-colour-match.jpg?v=1778249771","url":"https:\/\/nextdaypaint.co.uk\/products\/little-greene-distemper-5-litre-tinted-colour-match","provider":"Next Day Paint","version":"1.0","type":"link"}