SATIN PAINT

WHAT IS SATIN PAINT AND WHAT ARE ITS ADVANTAGES?

Annie Sloan Satin Paint is an interior paint from Annie Sloan. It is so-called because the finish of the paint has a subtle satin-like sheen. This sheen not only guarantees an elegant, modern, and classic finish for your painted pieces; it also makes this formula especially durable and resistant to wear. These qualities make Annie Sloan Satin Paint an ideal choice for skirting boards, kitchen cabinets, bannisters, radiators, interior doors, and more. Annie Sloan Satin Paint can be used on any wooden or metal surfaces indoors. It can also be used for furniture painting without the need for waxing or varnishing. For outdoor projects, flooring, and decorative effect painting, we recommend Chalk Paint™.

 

WHERE TO USE SATIN PAINT?

Annie Sloan Satin Paint should only be used indoors, on wooden or metal surfaces. We especially recommend Annie Sloan Satin Paint for skirting boards, doors, and kitchen cabinets. It can also be used to give furniture a smooth and modern look. Annie Sloan Satin Paint makes upcycling even easier!

 

HOW TO USE SATIN PAINT?

For best results, use Annie Sloan Satin Paint only on indoor metal or wooden furniture. Clean surfaces thoroughly before painting. All surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of dust, debris, or oil-based contaminants before using Annie Sloan Satin Paint. We recommend using a water-based detergent, such as sugar soap, for thorough cleaning. For more information, see our inspiration page here.

 

DO I NEED TO USE A PRIMER WITH ANNIE SLOAN SATIN PAINT?

We recommend simply sanding the area before painting. However, if sanding to remove the gloss is impractical, an adhesion primer will help your paint stick to the surface. If you're painting kitchen cabinets, we suggest doing both.

 

IS SATIN PAINT HARD TO MAINTAIN AND HOW DURABLE IS IT?

Annie Sloan Satin Paint is particularly durable, long-lasting, and resilient. The satin-like finish makes it harder to scratch than other paints, and if scratches do occur, they will be less noticeable due to the sheen. Annie Sloan Satin Paint will be touch dry in a few hours but won't fully cure to maximum durability for about 14 days. It is important to observe the full 14-day curing period before cleaning the freshly painted finish. After this time, the paint can be washed with a mild soap solution and a soft cloth. For additional protection, apply Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Lacquer.

 

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SATIN PAINT AND GLOSS, EGGSHELL, OR SILK PAINT?

The difference between satin, gloss, and eggshell paints is the sheen. Annie Sloan Satin Paint has a 10% sheen. Gloss paint has a higher sheen than satin, meaning it has a higher level of reflection, usually twice as much as satin. A glossy surface reflects more light, which means it will highlight imperfections more than a satin finish. If you want your Annie Sloan Satin Paint to look glossier, apply a layer of Gloss Chalk Paint™ Lacquer. Eggshell paints have a more matte finish; to replicate this, apply a layer of Matt Chalk Paint™ Lacquer over Annie Sloan Satin Paint. Silk and satin refer to paints with about 10% sheen; generally, "silk" is used for wall paints and "satin" for wood paints.

 

IS SATIN PAINT WASHABLE?

Annie Sloan Satin Paint will be touch dry in a few hours, but it won't cure for maximum protection for about 14 days. Do not clean your new paint before 14 days have passed. After this time, the paint can be washed with a mild soap solution and a soft cloth.

 

DO I NEED TO PREPARE BEFORE USING ANNIE SLOAN SATIN PAINT?

Satin paint is ideal for interior wood and metal work, including interior doors, skirting boards, bannisters, radiators, and windowsills.

Annie rarely cleans her surfaces before painting and instead just goes ahead. However, if you want to clean the surface before painting, remove any excess soap before applying the paint. Note that in some cases, cleaning can activate the old finish, which may interfere with the satin paint. If you choose to clean the piece, avoid chemicals and use only warm water.

  • It is rarely necessary to sand before applying satin paint. However, if you're painting over a very polished surface or a surface previously painted with gloss paint, you may want to lightly hand sand to create a key.
  • Heavily painted and oil-stained wood may need to be primed with shellac before painting. Red-colored woods and typical 1930s/40s furniture may have been previously stained—apply a clear shellac to seal the surface and prevent yellow or red tones from bleeding into the satin paint.

If you're going to sand before painting, remember to take appropriate safety measures such as wearing a dust mask.

Please note: Real teak cannot be painted.