The best way is to avoid the possibility of yellowing gloss is by choosing a water-based gloss and with the ongoing development of WB paints, new products are coming to market that offers better durability and more hard-wearing capabilities that can often rival those of oil-based solvents. In some respects, our shortlist’s products aim at different markets, and direct comparisons may be disingenuous.

This problem has been recognised by established paint brands such as Dulux, Johnstone’s and Crown as they focus their attention on producing the perfect non-yellowing gloss paint to give homeowners a viable solution to eliminate the problem. As they try to develop the best gloss paint to stay white. Other than the type of finish you’re after, you’ll also have to decide whether you want oil- or water-based paint.There is another little frustration to tell you about, Dulux Trade gloss can “creep”. So say you do your walls, then cut a lovely straight line down a doorframe with your Dulux Trade gloss. Some gloss may ‘creep’ a few millimeters from your doorframe onto your wall. This means your lovely straight line is no longer lovely and straight. You will need to then touch your emulsion up again. This particular gloss comes in a variety of colours including cream, white, barolo, victory red and vine green. However, with the introduction of water-based gloss paint – is proving to be in high demand for many homeowners due to its unique characteristics over traditional oil-based solvent gloss paint. Could this be the solution for white gloss paint that doesn’t yellow?

The likelihood of dripping also needs to be considered. This factor is especially true if you’re painting upside-down surfaces like the bottom of bannister newels or thin vertical spindles where a few paint drips would distort the shape. Don’t forget to put down a dust sheet to protect the areas you don’t want to get paint on. And always wear a mask when sanding otherwise you’ll end up with a mouthful of dust! The Dulux Once Gloss gets our vote when it comes to one coat perfection! It’s easy to apply, has high durability and is easy to wash. Don’t press too hard because you want the brush fibres to remain as close together as possible as this prevents brush marks Whilst the practicality of the paint is its strong point, it actually looks really good too. Unlike cheaper brands, you’ll find that once it’s dried, it won’t less any of its sheen.

Even with a specific roller for gloss, you’ll want to lay it off with a good gloss brush once you’re done just to make sure you get that nice, smooth finish. How do you get a smooth finish with gloss paint? You need a natural bristle paintbrush to apply oil-based gloss, otherwise the paint will clog within half an hour or so. Your best bet is the Hamilton Perfection, which is an oil-school brush, but still a favourite amongst Decorators. You will be able to apply gloss paint and lay it off with ease. Available online here. Some homemakers have turned to a more subtle, non-shiny look, which has coincided with increased availability of satin-finish paints. A satin finish is in between gloss and matte; sometimes it’s called semi-gloss or satinwood. As the name suggests, you get a nice sheen when it dries but it’s not as reflective as gloss paint. It’s more durable than eggshell and keeps its colour well. It comes in both oil-based or water-based formulas and is the best-of-both-worlds choice. Introducing Crown Solo Gloss - the perfect paint for all of your home improvement needs. With its high-quality formula and stunning finish, this paint is sure to become your go-to choice for any project.