ZINSSER 'AllCoat' exterior white - Satin or Gloss?

Bendy_House

Aesthetically doesn't really matter, but just wondering if one finish has the edge when it comes to ease of application, or even durability?

Also notice that Zinsser have 8-year and 15-year versions - has one taken over?

Thanks.

shiraz99

The only version I've used is the matt so can't really help with your choice. The only versions on the official website have a 15 year lifespan, not sure where you're seeing 8 years, might be old stock?

Just be aware that the white isn't as opaque as you'd like so you will need multiple coats but the good news is it dries quite fast.

Bendy_House

Cheers. Yes, I suspect the 8-year is old stuff - mostly on eBay!

Yes, I'm used to water-based paints not obliterating as well as oil.

Thanks.

Chickereeeee

I have used both satin (coloured) and gloss (white), and they are very similar in application, although the coloured pain covers better than the white, as you might expect. (The black satin is a joy to use on drainpipes!). The gloss finish is not up to oil based standards for smoothness, but is pretty good. I think it keeps cleaner than the satin, but have not compared finishes on the same surface.

Bendy_House

Thanks Chicker.

Gloss it'll be

Bendy_House

Ach... too many choices.

So, Zinsser AllCoat (gloss) or their Perma-White Exterior (only in satin?)?! Both 15-year.

Any experience on which obliterates better? Adheres better to old paint and filler? Is easier to apply? Gives a better finish?

Jeepers...

Chickereeeee

Bendy_House said:

Ach... too many choices.

So, Zinsser AllCoat (gloss) or their Perma-White Exterior (only in satin?)?! Both 15-year.

Any experience on which obliterates better? Adheres better to old paint and filler? Is easier to apply? Gives a better finish?

Jeepers...

Never used it, but the Perma-white appears to major on the anti-fungal and biocide properties of the paint.  My guess would be that this would be better for those areas where this is a problem. Google reviews suggest it is quite a thin paint, and there are several complaints about that.

I would suggest emailing Zinsser with your application and see what they suggest. I have found  them very responsive.

Bendy_House

Thanks, Chick.

Ach, my plans to refurb Nan's windows have been shot down - not surprisingly - as I am not a proper tradesperson with insurance.

I have to say, a big part of me says - phew!

Pleased Ive been told about the Zinsser paint, tho' - I'll def be using that myself in future.