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

Dulux Trade High Gloss Paint Pure Brilliant White 1l

Dulux Heritage Tester Flax Seed 125ml

Dulux Heritage Tester Maritime Teal 125ml

Dulux Heritage Tester Ash White 125ml

Bitumen Black Paint 2.5l

Ronseal One Coat Fence Life Dark Oak 5l

Leyland Trade Vinyl Matt Emulsion - Magnolia 5l

Ronseal One Coat Fence Life Harvest Gold 5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Medium Oak 5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Charcoal Grey 5l

Sadolin Superdec Opaque Wood Protection Satin Black 2.5l

Rustins Quick Dry Blackboard Black Paint 1ltr

Ronseal Yacht Varnish Satin Clear 1l

Dryzone Anti-mould Additive For Paint Clear 100ml

Cuprinol Garden Furniture Naturally Enhancing Teak Oil Clear 1l

Ronseal Interior Varnish Satin Clear 750ml

Sealocrete Sealoline Line Marking Paint Red 750ml

Dulux Heritage Tester Mallard Green 125ml

Dulux Heritage Tester Turtledove Grey 125ml

Ronseal Interior Varnish Satin Light Oak 750ml

Ronseal Interior Varnish Satin Medium Oak 750ml

Leyland Trade Wood & Metal Undercoat White 2.5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Harvest Gold 5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Red Cedar 5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Midnight Blue 5l

Ronseal Fence Life Plus Warm Stone 5l

Dulux Trade Undercoat Brilliant White 1l

Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Undercoat Brilliant White 1l

Armstead Trade Contract Emulsion Matt White 10l

Bedec Multi Surface Paint Soft Matt White 2.5l

Bedec Multi Surface Paint Soft Satin White 2.5l

Bedec Multi Surface Paint Soft Matt Black 2.5L

Dulux Trade Quick Dry Gloss Paint Pure Brilliant White 1l

Dulux Trade Quick Dry Satinwood Paint Pure Brilliant White 5l

Cuprinol Ducksback 5 Year Shed & Fence Treatment Autumn Brown 5l

Cuprinol Ducksback 5 Year Shed & Fence Treatment Silver Copse 5l

Ronseal Trade Polyurethane Satincoat Varnish 750ml

Ronseal Trade Decking Protector Natural 5l

Ronseal Trade Crystal Clear Exterior Varnish Satin Clear 750ml

Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Paint High Gloss Black 1l