Armstead Trade High Gloss Paint
Armstead Trade High Gloss Paint
Overview
Armstead Trade High Gloss is a professional-quality, high gloss paint designed to deliver a tough, long-lasting finish for a wide range of surfaces. Ideal for interior and exterior use, it provides excellent durability, coverage, and visual impact on wood, metal, and suitably primed masonry.
Perfect for doors, skirting boards, metal railings, and other surfaces where a smooth, glossy finish is desired, Armstead Trade High Gloss combines hardwearing performance with ease of application and a professional appearance.
- Durable high gloss finish that resists wear and maintains shine
- Good opacity and coverage for fewer coats and faster results
- Professional-quality formula for reliable, long-lasting performance
Armstead Trade High Gloss is the ideal choice for achieving a tough, high-shine finish that enhances and protects both interior and exterior surfaces.
| Area | Interior & Exterior |
| Recommended Use | Interior and exterior wood, metal and suitably primed masonry surfaces. |
| Base | Solvent based |
| Coverage | Up to 16m² per litre |
| Drying Time | 4-6 hours |
| Re-Coat Time | 16-24 hours |
| Recommended Coats | 1-2 coats |
| Application Method | Brush or Roller |
| Clean Up | After use, remove as much paint as possible from brushes before cleaning with white spirit. |
Preparation
Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free from defective or poorly adhering material.
- Thoroughly rub down previously painted surfaces, using wet flatting where possible, then wipe off with a damp, lint-free cloth.
- Treat knots in timber with a suitable knotting solution..
- New or bare surfaces should be primed with an appropriate Armstead Trade primer before applying the high-gloss topcoat.
- Lead Paint Warning: Take special precautions when preparing older paintwork on wood or metal surfaces coated before the 1990s, as they may contain lead. Use proper protective equipment and safety procedures when sanding or stripping.
Correct preparation ensures a smooth, durable, and long-lasting high-gloss finish suitable for both interior and exterior surfaces.
Application
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 using a brush or roller. For health and safety reasons, spray application is not recommended for solvent-based paints.
- Do not apply at temperatures below 5°C, in accordance with British Standard BS 6150.
- Stir paint thoroughly before use to ensure consistent colour and finish.
- Apply one coat of Armstead Trade Undercoat to prepare the surface.
- Follow with one or two coats of Armstead Trade High Gloss for a durable, high-shine finish.
- Allow adequate drying between coats for a smooth, professional result.
Work in well-ventilated areas and follow standard safety precautions for solvent-based paints.
Aftercare & Storage
Do not use or store in extremes of temperature and protect from frost. To prevent spillage, please store and transport upright.