Little Greene – Pleat™ No. 280

Why Choose Little Greene Paint?

• High quality: Professional paint with rich pigments and long-lasting durability.
• Low-odor & safe: Water-based and virtually odorless – ideal for nurseries.
• Environmentally friendly: Sustainably produced and meets strict eco standards.
• Easy to use: Excellent coverage, easy to apply.
• Washable & scratch-resistant: The Intelligent range in particular is perfect for families with children.

Paint Finishes – Safe and Child-Friendly

• Absolute Matt Emulsion: Extra-matte, low-odour water-based wall paint Perfect for calm nurseries and children's rooms. Highly opaque and breathable.
• Intelligent Matt Emulsion: Durable, wipeable matt finish. Child-friendly water-based wall paint finish that is resistant to scratches and stains – ideal for playrooms and children's walls.
• Intelligent Eggshell: Hard-wearing, water-resistant paint for children's room furniture, bathrooms or kitchens.
• Intelligent Satin: Semi-gloss, scratch-resistant finish with a soft sheen. Suitable for woodwork and walls in children's rooms.
• Distemper: Authentic chalky matt paint with a velvety appearance. Breathable and ideal for walls in dry spaces such as nurseries.
• Floor Paint: Durable paint for wooden and concrete floors – resistant to intensive use in children's rooms or playrooms.
• Intelligent Gloss: High-gloss finish for radiators, window frames and decorative woodwork in children's spaces.
  
  

Primer & Undercoat

• Intelligent ASP (All Surface Primer): Water-based primer and undercoat in one. Suitable for almost all interior and exterior surfaces.
• Wall Primer Sealer: High-quality primer for new, porous or crumbling walls and ceilings – ensures an even final result.
  
  

How much paint do you need?

• Measure the surface: Height × width = number of m². Subtract windows and doors.
• Little Greene paint covers an average of 12–14 m² per litre per coat, depending on the surface and finish.
• Formula: Total litres required = Total area (m²) / coverage per litre × number of coats
  
  

Number of coats

• Primer coat: Recommended for new or unpainted surfaces and when changing colour (e.g. dark to light).
• Finishing coats: Usually 2 coats. Sometimes 3 for light colours over a dark base.
  
  

Why this paint is ideal for children's rooms

• Low-odour, water-based paints
• Safe for nurseries and children's rooms
• Washable, scratch-resistant and durable
• Environmentally friendly production
• Available in more than 250 colours

Is this paint child-friendly?

Yes — many Little Greene paint ranges are environmentally friendly, with very low VOC levels, and safe to use in rooms such as children's bedrooms.

Which finish should I choose for a child's bedroom?

For walls, Intelligent Matt Emulsion is ideal because of its washability and durability. For woodwork, choose Eggshell or Satin.

How many litres do I need?

With average coverage, one litre of paint can cover approximately 14 m² per coat — but use two coats for optimal coverage and colour intensity.

Do I need to use a primer first?

Using a primer such as Wall Primer Sealer is recommended on new or absorbent materials for even adhesion.

About Little Greene

Since 1773, Little Greene has been making high-quality paint in the United Kingdom, with a focus on craftsmanship, rich pigmentation, and environmentally friendly formulas. The colours are inspired by historic English interiors and are developed in collaboration with heritage organizations. The paint is virtually VOC-free, safe for use in children's rooms, and known for its superior coverage and lasting quality. Little Greene brings character, history, and refinement to every interior.