Which is the best paint for wood in bathroom?

When it comes to the best paint for wood in a bathroom, you have a few options depending on the type of finish you’re looking for. Typically, paints with a high or medium sheen finish such as gloss and satin are good options for woodwork.

The great thing about medium and high gloss paints is that the gloss will repel moisture, making them a perfect choice of paint for wood in a bathroom.  Alternatively, you can use an oil-based paint, which will also provide a durable and water resistance finish for the wood in your bathroom.

Which is the best paint for wood panelling in bathrooms?

When painting wood panelling in a bathroom, it’s a good idea to treat all knots in the wood with white knotting – this helps prevent the knows showing through the paintwork.

You’ll then want to use a good quality oil-based primer for one coat, followed by two coats of an oil-based undercoat  – remember to lightly rub down the wood panelling between coats. Then, to finish off, use a an oil-based gloss, eggshell or satin paint as the final coat.

How do I choose the best wood paint for bathrooms?

We would always recommend using oil-based wood paints for bathrooms. Here are some of the most popular choices of best wood paint for bathrooms:

• Eggshell paint – With an eggshell finish, you’ll get a slightly higher sheen than matt paint but not as much as a silk paint
• Satin paint – When opting for a satin finish you’ll get a mid-level sheen for your wood
• Gloss paint – This is the highest sheen of paint and is often very popular for use on woodwork in bathrooms