Question 1

1. How much is paint?

Accepted Answer

Paint prices vary by type, brand, and volume. Trade emulsion can start around £15-£20 for 5L, while specialist or exterior paints may cost £30–£70 per tin. Paint costs can also vary by retailer.

Question 2

2. Can I use house paint on outdoor surfaces?

Accepted Answer

Only if it's rated for exterior use. Most house paints are designed for indoor conditions and won’t withstand UK weather long term.

Question 3

3. Can I paint over old surfaces without priming?

Accepted Answer

Only if the surface is sound, clean, and compatible with the new paint. Primers are usually needed for bare, stained, or previously coated surfaces in poor condition.

Question 4

4. Which paints are best for use in cold or damp conditions?

Accepted Answer

When you buy paint, look for quick-drying, low-temperature formulas or moisture-tolerant masonry paints. Always check the product spec for minimum application temperatures.

Question 5

5. Who are the major UK paint companies?

Accepted Answer

Major UK paint companies used in trade work include Dulux Trade (part of AkzoNobel), Crown Trade, Johnstone’s Trade, and Leyland Trade. These brands supply a wide range of professional paints for interior and exterior use. Farrow & Ball is also well-known in the UK, particularly for premium or specialist finishes.

Compare paint brands, colours and prices

Bedec Multi Surface Paint Soft Gloss Black 750ml

Bedec Multi Surface Paint Soft Gloss Black 2.5L

Armstead Trade Quick Dry Gloss 2.5 Litre Brilliant White

Dulux Trade Weathershield Smooth Masonry Paint Brilliant White 10L

Ronseal Trade Hardglaze Varnish 750ml

Sadolin Classic Wood Protection Antique Pine 1 Litre

Dulux Trade Stain Block Plus Primer 1 Litre White

Dulux Trade Vinyl Soft Sheen 5 Litres Magnolia

Armstead Trade Metal Primer 2.5L Red Oxide

Sikkens Cetol Filter 7 Plus 1 Litre Teak

Dulux Trade Vinyl Silk 10 Litres White

Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt Emulsion Paint 5 Litres Nutmeg White

Armstead Trade Vinyl Matt 10L Brilliant White

Rustins Quick Dry Matt Black Paint 2.5ltr

Dulux Trade Stain Block Primer 2.5ltr

Dulux Trade Weathershield Quick Dry Exterior Satin Paint Pure Brilliant White 5ltr

Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior High Gloss Black 5ltr

Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Undercoat Dark Grey 5ltr

Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior High Gloss Paint Pure Brilliant White 1ltr

Dulux Trade Wood Primer White 5ltr

Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell Paint Brilliant White 750ml

Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell Paint Brilliant White 5ltr

Leyland Trade Acrylic Eggshell Paint Brilliant White 2.5ltr

Leyland Trade Vinyl Matt Paint Magnolia 2.5ltr

Hammerite Metal Paint Direct To Rust Hammered White 2.5ltr

Hammerite Metal Paint Direct To Rust Smooth Yellow 250ml

Hammerite Metal Paint Direct To Rust Hammered Black 5ltr

Hammerite Metal Paint Direct To Rust Smooth Dark Blue 2.5ltr

Coo-var® Solar Reflecting Paint Aluminium 5ltr

Coo-var® Solar Reflecting Paint White 5ltr

Coo-var® Red Oxide Metal Primer 1ltr

Coo-var® Road Line Marking White 2.5ltr

Coo-var® Sure Grip Floor Paint Black 2.5ltr

Coo-var® Sure Grip Floor Paint Grey 2.5ltr

Coo-var® Sure Grip Floor Paint Red 5ltr

Coo-var® Floor Paint White 5ltr

Coo-var® Floor Paint Flint Grey 2.5ltr

Coo-var® Floor Paint Tile Red 5ltr

Coo-var® Floor Paint Tile Red 2.5ltr

Zinsser B-I-N Primer Sealer White 5ltr