Little Greene Distemper
- Acorn 87
- Apple 137
- Aquamarine - Deep 198
- Aquamarine - Light 283
- Aquamarine - Mid 284
- Aquamarine - Pale 282
- Aquamarine 138
- Arquerite 250
- Bath Stone 64
- Beauvais Lilac 29
- Blue Verditer 104
- Blush 267
- Bone China Blue - Faint 325
- Bone China Blue - Mid 183
- Bone China Blue - Pale 182
- Bone China Blue 107
- Book Room Green 322
- Boringdon Green 295
- Brighton 203
- Carys 148
- Castell Pink 314
- Celestial Blue 101
- Ceviche 230
- Chemise 139
- China Clay - Dark 178
- China Clay - Deep 177
- China Clay - Mid 176
- China Clay 1
- Clay - Mid 153
- Clay - Pale 152
- Clay 39
- Confetti 274
- Cool Arbour 232
- Dash of Soot 244
- Delicate Blue 248
- Dorchester Pink 213
- Down 242
- Ferdinand 313
- Fescue 231
- First Light 49
- Flint 236
- French Grey - Dark 163
- French Grey - Mid 162
- French Grey - Pale 161
- French Grey 113
- Gauze - Dark 166
- Gauze - Mid 164
- Gauze 106
- Green Stone - Light 269
- Green Stone - Pale 268
- Green Stone 270
- Grey Stone 276
- Hammock 38
- Hellebore 275
- Hidey Hole 307
- Hollyhock 25
- Inox 224
- Joanna 130
- Julie's Dream 26
- Kitchen Green 85
- Lead Colour 117
- Light Beauvais 323
- Light Peachblossom 3
- Linen Wash 33
- Livid 263
- Loft White 222
- Lute 317
- Masquerade - Light 332
- Masquerade - Mid 333
- Masquerade 334
- Mirror 219
- Mochi 344
- Mushroom 142
- Normandy Grey 79
- Obscura 327
- Pale Lupin 278
- Pale Wedgwood 249
- Pea Green 91
- Pearl Colour 100
- Pearl Colour-Dark 169
- Pearl Colour-Mid 168
- Pearl Colour-Pale 167
- Perennial Grey 245
- Pink Slip 220
- Portland Stone - Dark 157
- Portland Stone - Light 281
- Portland Stone - Pale 155
- Portland Stone 77
- Rolling Fog - Dark 160
- Rolling Fog - Light 271
- Rolling Fog - Pale 158
- Rolling Fog 143
- Roman Plaster 31
- Rubine Ashes 243
- Salix 99
- Serpentine 233
- Shallows 223
- Shirting 129
- Silent White - Deep 331
- Silent White - Mid 330
- Silent White - Pale 328
- Silent White 329
- Sky Blue 103
- Slaked Lime - Dark 151
- Slaked Lime - Deep 150
- Slaked Lime - Mid 149
- Slaked Lime 105
- Stock 37
- Stone-Pale-Warm 34
- Tivoli 206
- Tracery II 78
- Travertine - Light 272
- Travertine - Mid 273
- Travertine 319
- Urbane Grey 225
- White Lead 74
- Whitening 41
- Windmill Lane 296
- Wood Ash 229
£92.00
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- Acorn 87
- Apple 137
- Aquamarine - Deep 198
- Aquamarine - Light 283
- Aquamarine - Mid 284
- Aquamarine - Pale 282
- Aquamarine 138
- Arquerite 250
- Bath Stone 64
- Beauvais Lilac 29
- Blue Verditer 104
- Blush 267
- Bone China Blue - Faint 325
- Bone China Blue - Mid 183
- Bone China Blue - Pale 182
- Bone China Blue 107
- Book Room Green 322
- Boringdon Green 295
- Brighton 203
- Carys 148
- Castell Pink 314
- Celestial Blue 101
- Ceviche 230
- Chemise 139
- China Clay - Dark 178
- China Clay - Deep 177
- China Clay - Mid 176
- China Clay 1
- Clay - Mid 153
- Clay - Pale 152
- Clay 39
- Confetti 274
- Cool Arbour 232
- Dash of Soot 244
- Delicate Blue 248
- Dorchester Pink 213
- Down 242
- Ferdinand 313
- Fescue 231
- First Light 49
- Flint 236
- French Grey - Dark 163
- French Grey - Mid 162
- French Grey - Pale 161
- French Grey 113
- Gauze - Dark 166
- Gauze - Mid 164
- Gauze 106
- Green Stone - Light 269
- Green Stone - Pale 268
- Green Stone 270
- Grey Stone 276
- Hammock 38
- Hellebore 275
- Hidey Hole 307
- Hollyhock 25
- Inox 224
- Joanna 130
- Julie's Dream 26
- Kitchen Green 85
- Lead Colour 117
- Light Beauvais 323
- Light Peachblossom 3
- Linen Wash 33
- Livid 263
- Loft White 222
- Lute 317
- Masquerade - Light 332
- Masquerade - Mid 333
- Masquerade 334
- Mirror 219
- Mochi 344
- Mushroom 142
- Normandy Grey 79
- Obscura 327
- Pale Lupin 278
- Pale Wedgwood 249
- Pea Green 91
- Pearl Colour 100
- Pearl Colour-Dark 169
- Pearl Colour-Mid 168
- Pearl Colour-Pale 167
- Perennial Grey 245
- Pink Slip 220
- Portland Stone - Dark 157
- Portland Stone - Light 281
- Portland Stone - Pale 155
- Portland Stone 77
- Rolling Fog - Dark 160
- Rolling Fog - Light 271
- Rolling Fog - Pale 158
- Rolling Fog 143
- Roman Plaster 31
- Rubine Ashes 243
- Salix 99
- Serpentine 233
- Shallows 223
- Shirting 129
- Silent White - Deep 331
- Silent White - Mid 330
- Silent White - Pale 328
- Silent White 329
- Sky Blue 103
- Slaked Lime - Dark 151
- Slaked Lime - Deep 150
- Slaked Lime - Mid 149
- Slaked Lime 105
- Stock 37
- Stone-Pale-Warm 34
- Tivoli 206
- Tracery II 78
- Travertine - Light 272
- Travertine - Mid 273
- Travertine 319
- Urbane Grey 225
- White Lead 74
- Whitening 41
- Windmill Lane 296
- Wood Ash 229
£92.00
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A traditional, chalky matt finish for walls and ceilings, ideal for creating a soft, elegant look in low-traffic areas.
Features
- Chalky matt finish for walls, ceilings, and fine plasterwork
- Ideal for low-traffic areas: bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms
- Quick drying and is touch dry in 1 hour, recoatable after 4 hours
- Water-based formulation for easy application and clean-up
- Breathable, microporous formulation (EN 1062-1 Class V1)
- Low-odour with very low VOC (max 2 g/l)
- Available in pastel shades from the Little Greene colour ranges
Overview
Overview
Little Greene Distemper is a traditional, chalky matt paint for walls, ceilings, and fine plasterwork. Its breathable, water-based formulation is ideal for natural and lime plasters, delivering a soft, elegant finish best suited to bedrooms, living rooms, and other low-traffic areas. Available in delicate pastel shades, it offers excellent coverage with an A+ indoor air quality rating.
Preparation
Preparation
To achieve the best finish with Little Greene Distemper, prepare all surfaces so they are sound, clean, dry and free from dust, grease or loose material.
- Carefully strip away any peeling or unstable coatings using a scraper, sanding block, or an appropriate paint removal product
- When preparing older substrates, especially those painted before the 1960s, follow lead-safety guidance as these coatings may contain hazardous materials
- Allow new plaster skim coats at least 4 weeks to dry, and fully plastered walls up to 6 months, before applying paint
- Completely remove soft distemper; hard distemper finishes can usually be cleaned down before repainting
- Repair any cracks or holes with a suitable filler, sand back smoothly, and wipe away dust with a damp, lint-free cloth
- Wash down to remove surface contaminants such as dirt, grease, or chalky residues, then rinse with clean water and leave to dry thoroughly
- On porous or freshly prepared plaster, apply a diluted coat of Distemper (thinned with 5-25% clean water) to seal and promote adhesion
Application
Application
Always carry out a small test area before beginning your project to confirm suitability, shade, and finish. Follow the product instructions provided on the tin at all times.
Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
For consistent colour and coverage, purchase enough paint for the entire job, with extra reserved for future touch-ups.
- Stir Little Greene Distemper thoroughly before use and re-stir periodically to maintain an even consistency
- Apply 2 full coats using a high-quality synthetic brush or short-nap roller; spray application is also possible with suitable thinning
- Maintain a wet edge and finish each section with smooth, even strokes to achieve the best uniform matt finish
- Allow a minimum of 4 hours drying time between coats under normal conditions
- Extra coats may be required when applying over strong colours or highly porous surfaces
Aftercare
Aftercare
Preserve the finish and appearance of your paint with these recommended aftercare steps:
- Let the finish settle and harden completely before carrying out any form of cleaning
- Keep surfaces looking their best by removing dust with a feather duster or low-suction vacuum
- For minor marks, use a damp cloth and a very mild detergent, working gently to avoid disturbing the paint surface
- Do not use aggressive cleaning products or heavy scrubbing, as this can compromise the soft matt look
- When refreshing areas, repaint full wall sections or panels to preserve an even colour and finish
Technical Specification
Technical Specification
Brand:
Category:
Paint
Location:
Interior
Room suitability:
LoungeDining RoomHallwayBedroomNurseryOfficeClassroomGames roomLoftPlayroom
Size:
5L
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