Collection: Skirting Board Paint

When painting a room, it is important not to neglect you skirting boards and general trim surfaces. Skirting boards are a woodwork surface which should be clean and free from dust and dirt before painting.

Skirting boards attract dust and are often subject to knocks due to their location around door frames. It is then important to use a durable 'knock' or 'scuff' resistant paint.

Repainting your skirting boards can be a quick and affordable way of refreshing a room.

What is the best paint for skirting boards?

At Decorating Centre Online, we'd recommend using a high quality trade paint that is water-based in order to get a durable, non-yellowing finish. Oil-based paint is still a good option as it is extremely durable.

Coloured skirting board are becoming increasingly popular with interior designers and we have plenty of colour match options for our skirting board paints.

Popular finishes for painting skirting boards are high sheen finishes such as satin or gloss. We do have eggshell and matt options available should you want a flatter finish for your skirting surfaces.

Our most popular skirting board paints are:

1. Johnstone's Trade Aqua Guard Satin which is available in both Colour Match & Brilliant White. These is a water based satin paint features Surface Protection Technology to protect your skirting boards against everyday wear and tear.
2. Crown Trade Fastflow Paint is available in satin, gloss & eggshell finishes as well as an undercoat for skirting boards that require extra prep. It is a water-based coating that is easy to apply, dries quickly and is extremely good value.
3. Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood is a well-known tough, durable and non-yellowing satin trim paint. Available in Pure Brilliant White & Colour Match it is ideal for use in high traffic areas and kitchens & bathrooms.

Skirting Board Paint Colours

Traditionally, skirting boards are paint white as they were not seen as a way of injecting colour into homes. A more contemporary style is to paint the skirting boards the same colour as the walls for a more intense interior feel.

A more recent trend is painting skirting and trim in darker colours - often black or dark grey - and keep walls lighter. This can lead to a more elegant feel as your eye will be drawn to the darker woodwork and act as a natural frame.

With our colour matching service you choose whatever colour you desire to paint your skirting boards and trim. Simply type your chosen colour in the free text field or select a colour from the colour palette.