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White by Earthborn is a near-white. Hex: #F5F5F5. RGB: 245, 245, 245. Price: approximately £30.60 per litre. The nearest equivalent from another manufacturer is RAL Classic Traffic white (ΔE 0.2, “identical”). Other close matches include RAL Classic Signal white (ΔE 0.2) and Little Greene Shirting (ΔE 0.6).

White by Earthborn

Hex
#F5F5F5
RGB
245, 245, 245
Manufacturer
Earthborn
Price per litre
£30.60
Price per m2 (?)
£6.12
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Nearest matches from other manufacturers

Colour Manufacturer ΔE Match quality Price/L Price/m2 (?)
Traffic white (No.9016) RAL Classic 0.2 Identical
Signal white (No.9003) RAL Classic 0.2 Identical
Shirting (No.3) Little Greene 0.6 Identical £28.00 (£2.60 less) £4.31
Plain White Edward Bulmer 0.8 Identical £26.40 (£4.20 less) £4.40
Teddy Edward Bulmer 0.8 Identical £26.40 (£4.20 less) £4.40
Ghosted Coat 1.0 Near-identical £22.40 (£8.20 less) £4.48
Snowy Owl (No.SAP0133) Sanderson 1.1 Near-identical £19.60 (£11.00 less)
Shallows (No.3) Little Greene 1.4 Near-identical £28.00 (£2.60 less) £4.31
White 02 (No.white-02) Lick 1.5 Near-identical £15.60 (£15.00 less) £3.12

Colour neighbourhood

White Traffic white Signal white Shirting Plain White Teddy Ghosted Snowy Owl Shallows

Coverage & application

Manufacturer figures from the Earthborn Product Advice Sheet. Real-world coverage is typically 15-20% lower.

Finish Coverage Coats Sheen Scrub class Touch dry Recoat VOC
Eggshell No. 17 PAS 14 m²/L 2 25% 1 0.5 g/L
Lifestyle PAS 14 m²/L 2 2.8% 1 0.5 g/L
Surface preparation by substrate

Eggshell No. 17

How to apply
• Stir thoroughly before use • Apply 2 coats of undiluted Eggshell No.17 for best results • Sand lightly between coats • Can be applied by brush, roller or spray gun (if using pressure pot, thin with 10–30% water) What’s inside? Water, Acrylic Binder (VAE/Soft Emulsion), Pigments (incl. Titanium Dioxide), Fillers (China Clay, Dolomite), Preservative* (Isothiazolinone Mixture), Thickener (Methylcellulose), Dispersant (Phosphate), pH Modifier (Sodium Hydroxide). Breathability and VOC’s Moisture Vapour Transmission Rate (MVTR): 513 g/m² per day Water Vapour Resistance (Sd-Value): 0.06m (0.077m over Multi Purpose Primer) Vapour Permeability Class: Class 1 (Highly vapour permeable) VOC Content: < 0.1% (trace only) < 0.5g/l Spray application A few important notes: Airless pressure: 96 bar (approx. 1440 psi) Increase as needed to • For best results, use Earthborn achieve a smooth, Multi Purpose Primer before even spray. applying Eggshell No.17 Flow rate: 1.5-2.5 litres/min Coating thickness: 155-235 g/m² • Allow the first coat to dry Recommended nozzle size: 0.43 mm (517 tip) fully before recoating; applying Filter/Mesh: 60–100 mesh, additional coats too soon may cause tackiness depending on application. • Avoid painting in high humidity, Dilution: Dilute with up to 10% as the paint may not cure water, depending on properly temperature, humidity, and substrate conditions. Use the Caring for your paintwork minimum amount necessary to maintain To keep your paint looking its best, clean good sprayability. surfaces gently with a soft cloth or sponge and water. Avoid abrasive cloths or harsh detergents, Airless spray only. HVLP and other low-pressure as these can leave visible marks or damage the finish. systems are not recommended for this product.
Where to use it
Tools: Brush, roller or spray gun Eggshell No.17 is perfect for: • Interior woodwork such as doors, window frames, shelving and panelling • Skirting boards, trim and smooth-planed wood • Wooden furniture & kitchen cabinets • Not suitable for floors or other heavy-duty surfaces Before you start For best results, ensure wood surfaces are sound, clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, or loose/ flaking paint. Make sure to sand surfaces lightly before application and remove any defective wood. If needed treat knots with a suitable knotting solution. Prime bare or previously painted wood with Earthborn Multi Purpose Primer. Do not apply in temperatures below 8°C.

Lifestyle

How to apply
• Stir thoroughly before use • Apply 2 coats with a brush, roller or spray gun • For porous surfaces (e.g. bare plaster), thin first coat with water (four parts paint to one part water) • Allow to dry between coats A few important notes: • Make sure the walls are dry and proper surface preparation has been done • For porous surfaces such as new plaster, apply a mist coat (four parts paint mixed with one part water) • Stir the paint well before and during use • Follow the drying times between coats Caring for your paintwork To keep your paint looking its best, clean surfaces gently with a soft cloth or sponge and water. Avoid abrasive cloths or harsh detergents, as these can leave visible marks or damage the finish. Storage and disposal • Store in a cool, dry, frost-free place with the lid tightly closed • Shelf life of unopened containers exceeds 6 months • Dispose of any surplus paint safely, following local disposal guidelines • Recycle empty tins where possible • Find out how to clean brushes & rollers here Breathability and VOC’s Moisture Vapour Transmission Rate (MVTR): 225g/m² /day Water Vapour Resistance (Sd-Value): 0.091m Vapour Permeability Class: Class 1 (Highly vapour permeable) VOC Content: Less than 0.1% (trace only) / < 0.5 g/L Spray application Airless pressure: 96 bar (approx. 1440 psi) Increase as needed to achieve a smooth, even spray. Flow rate: 1.5-2.5 litres/min Coating thickness: 155-235 g/m² Recommended nozzle size: 0.43 mm (517 tip) Filter/Mesh: 60–100 mesh, depending on application. Dilution: Dilute with up to 10% water, depending on temperature, humidity, and substrate conditions. Use the minimum amount necessary to maintain good sprayability. Airless spray only. HVLP and other low-pressure systems are not recommended for this product. What’s inside? Water, Acrylic Binder (Soft Emulsion), Pigments (incl. Titanium Dioxide), Fillers (Chalk), Preservative (Isothiazolinone Mixture < 0.1%*), Thickener (Methylcellulose), Dispersant (Phosphate), pH Modifier (Sodium Hydroxide).
Where to use it
Lifestyle Emulsion is perfect for: • Interior walls and ceilings • Previously painted, plastered, wallpapered or primed surfaces • Dry, grease-free surfaces such as wood and plaster Key Facts Coverage: Approx. 10–14 m² per litre Drying Time: Touch dry after 1–2 hours; recoat after 4 hours depending on room temperature and humidity; fully cured after 10 days Colours: Available in our classic colour range Finish: Ultra low sheen Sheen: ~ 2.8% Pack Sizes: 100ml (white only) 2.5L, 5L pH level: 8.8-9.2 Scrub resistance: Class 1 Tools: Brush, roller or spray gun Not suitable for exterior use or surfaces subject to high moisture. Before you start For best results, ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust, grease or wax. Remove any loose plaster and fill imperfections. Unstable or flaking surfaces should be removed, and glossy or oil-based paints lightly sanded before application.Treat any stains, such as nicotine or water marks, with Earthborn Isolating Primer. Do not apply Lifestyle below 10°C.

Earthborn primers & undercoats

For new plaster, bare wood/metal, or significant colour changes. Tinted to match your topcoat tone for best opacity.

Product For Coverage Coats Tinted tones Sizes VOC
Isolating Primer PAS primer 14 m²/L 2 750ml, 2.5L 10 g/L
Wall Glaze PAS primer 50 m²/L 2 750ml, 2.5L 0.5 g/L
Bonding Primer PAS primer 7 m²/L 2 2.5L, 5L 0.5 g/L

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