Earthborn Eggshell No. 17 Paint

Earthborn Eggshell No.17 Paint is suitable for use on interior woodwork including doors, window frames, furniture, shelving and skirting boards. Earthborn do not recommend using this eggshell finish on floors.

• For an alternative flat-matt finish try Earthborn Eco Chic Paint
• For an eco-friendly, emulsion paint Earthborn Clay Paint can be used on walls and ceilings throughout the home
• Where a tougher, more durable finish is required for walls within hallways and stairways, we recommend the use of Earthborn Lifestyle Emulsion Paint

Surfaces to be painted must be clean, dry and free from all traces of dust, dirt and any other surfaces contaminants.

Unfinished or Bare Wood

1. Old unfinished wood may require a light sanding to remove any build up of dirt, grease and other contaminates
2. If required, wipe over with a lint-free cloth dampened with methylated spirit to clean and de-grease the wood
3. Take care to remove all traces of sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner or damp cloth
4. If painting directly onto untreated wood, use thinned Earthborn Eggshell as a primer (9 parts paint, 1 part water)
5. Earthborn recommend that surfaces to be painted are primed with Earthborn Multi Purpose Primer

Previously Finished Wood

1. Previously painted wood should be given a light sanding to provide a key
2. Surfaces previously painted with an oil-based paint will require a heavier sanding
3. Take care to remove all traces of sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner or damp cloth
4. Previously waxed wood will need to be stripped back to clean, bare wood with a suitable wax & polish remover
5. Previously oiled wood will need to be sanded or scrubbed with white spirit to remove the oil from the wood
6. Previously waxed and oiled wood should be tested once stripped by wiping over with water. If the water beads or is repelled in any areas, a further attempt to remove the oil or wax should be made
7. Earthborn recommend that wood is primed with Earthborn Multi Purpose Primer prior to painting

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin at all times.

Because Earthborn Eggshell paint is a natural product, there may be subtle variations in shade between batches. For this reason, avoid starting a new tin in the middle of a project. If a project is likely to require several tins, pour the required number of tins into a single container and mix thoroughly.

Colours within the Earthborn Eggshell range can be inter-mixed to create a variety of colour shades and tones.

1. Stir thoroughly before and periodically during application.
2. Apply the paint with a good quality synthetic brush in a thin, even coat
3. Spread the paint evenly in all directions
4. Apply 3 coats, allowing 6 to 12 hours drying time between coats

Get Creative

For a Shabby Chic look, try applying a contrasting base coat followed by your chosen top coat colour, then gently sand back areas to reveal the colour beneath.

Regular Cleaning

Surfaces should be wipeable after about 10 days. If marked, gently wipe down with a slightly damp, lint-free cloth. It is also often possible to remove surface marks using a pencil eraser or very fine emery paper.

Maintenance

To maintain the finish, simply apply a fresh coat of Earthborn Eggshell No. 17 Paint as required, following the Application instructions above.

Is Earthborn Eggshell No 17 suitable for use on old reclaimed 1970's furniture?

Earthborn Eggshell No 17 paints are breathable, virtually odour free, contain virtually no VOC's and meet strict eco standards making them ideal for all sorts of new and reclaimed furniture, including nursery furniture. The final finish is more durable than Earthborn Claypaint and Eco Chic paint meaning that it can also be used for interior doors, childrens toys, skirting-boards and more .

How long does the Earthborn Eggshell No. 17 take to fully cure?

Typically, this is about 10 days to achieve maximum hardness and fully cure.