Yes you are correct without doubt. Applying 2 coats of the finish will give you a far better finish. Also the oil based eggshell is the correct choice other than the waterbased.
'Eggshell paint can be applied by brush, roller or spray. For best results, paint on to untreated, bare wood. Wood surfaces should be prepared with primer, such as our Multi-Purpose Primer and lightly sanded prior to application. We recommend following this with two full coats of eggshell.
Allow to dry thoroughly and sand lightly before applying at least two coats of the Water Based Eggshell, sand lightly between coats for best results (this is also a test to whether the surface is dry enough for the next coat).
Allow to dry, then apply one undiluted coat to the whole surface. Allow four hours drying time between coats. Follow with two coats of your chosen topcoat.
Once dry give the painted area another light sand to remove any bubbles or dust. Repeat the process for the first coat again. Once finished allow your second coat to dry! Usually this should provide good coverage but if not you can always apply another coat.
FLAT, EGGSHELL, OR SATIN PAINT
To apply flat, eggshell, or satin paints and stains, a knit roller cover is recommended. Knit roller covers can pick up and release higher amounts of paint than woven fabrics because the fibers have a looped backing with a single pass-through process resulting in a more “open” fabric.
When the paint is applied too thickly or unevenly, it can leave behind brush marks that are difficult to remove. High humidity: Paint that is applied in high humidity can also lead to streaky brush marks, as the moisture in the air can cause the paint to dry unevenly.
Eggshell Finish
The Cons: It is very hard to touch up. Because it has the slight sheen to it, it's almost impossible to only add a new layer in small areas without it being visible. Usually a “touch-up” of eggshell means re-doing a full wall. Best For: Walls in any room where you want a little more sheen.
Eggshell, as its name suggests, is a no-shine finish with very little luster to it. While this paint isn't as durable as the higher gloss products, it covers wall imperfections very well and works on walls that don't get a lot of bumps or scuffs.
Because eggshell is less lustrous than satin, it is also slightly less durable. That being said, it will still hold up better than flat or matte finishes would. Eggshell paint is a great option for walls in medium- to low-traffic areas, and can be easily cleaned.
An eggshell paint finish has a slightly higher sheen than matte or flat finish paint, but it is not as glossy as satin paint. The low reflectivity of an eggshell finish makes it great for hiding brushstrokes, small dents in the drywall, and blemishes on painted walls.
You do not need to apply a sealer with eggshell or satinwood paint.
These layers are 1) inner and outer shell membranes, 2) mammillary knobs, 3) pali- sade/shell matrix, 4) vertical crystals, and 5) the cuticle (Simons, 197la). Because this pre- sentation is a tutorial, the discussion will be limited to the major structural and biochemical aspects of these layers.
Eggshell paint sheen is popular for many good reasons. It is an attractive, one-size-fits-all paint sheen that draws out the best in a paint's color. At the same time, eggshell is cleanable and somewhat resistant to wear and tear.
Eggshell paints are ideal for low to medium traffic rooms, such as living rooms. Eggshell paint is generally used on walls, however it can still be used on trim such as skirting boards, especially with interiors that want a modern look!
Each coat of Interior Eggshell will be surface dry within one hour, and ready for a second coat after four hours of drying time. Often, skirting boards and woodwork are painted a neutral or white shade out of habit, but don't be afraid of using Intelligent Eggshell to add a little colour.
Satin is more durable—an advantage in high-traffic spaces.
This is why satin paint is more resistant to dents, divots, scuffs, scratches, and stains, and more durable on the whole. Eggshell paint is more likely to become damaged by these impacts and abrasions because it has fewer binders and more pigment.
Yes, all types of paint go bad eventually. A previously opened can of paint lasts 5 years on average if properly sealed and stored.
From the perspective of a Color Designer/Consultant, I typically specify eggshell on walls for multiple reasons that benefit the people who are dwelling in the home. Eggshell paint cleans easier, covers better, wears better, and lasts longer than flat paint.
Eggshell finishes are more durable and easier to clean than flat finishes, but the subtle texture can show inconsistencies like roller marks.
Generally, surfaces which have a solvent based paint on already will need to be prepped and primed with the correct primer so that the water-based Eggshell adheres. This is because the old gloss paint will form a barrier to the water-based paint.
We recommend matte paints for bedrooms and as living room paint finishes where the walls are exposed to less moisture, choosing a glossier eggshell finish for kitchens and as a paint finish for bathrooms, which are more prone to moisture, as well as children's rooms, which might need more regular cleaning.
Wash Your Walls
Dip your non-abrasive sponge into the bucket with dish soap and wring it out well, so your sponge remains slightly damp. Work from the top of the wall down in small sections, cleaning in a circular motion. Rub gently. Be careful not to scrub the wall too hard; it can lift the paint.
An eggshell finish has a subtler shine to it, so it's a great choice if you're not ready for satin. It offers what you may expect - it's shinier than flat (but not as glossy as satin), and it's easier to clean than flat (but not as easy to clean as satin).
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