Johnstones WB are good in satin, gloss and u/c, look for the aqua labelled gloss and u/c
Sikkens satura BL and BL u/c are excellent
Opps i havn't used the Johnnstones WB eggshell, i believe farrow and ball is one of the better ones. Unfortunately my customers don't go for eggshell much so i havn't had to deal with it. I have heard that little green OB eggshell is good on non yellowing as they use a different oil medium, some decs moan about it but i would suggest its their lack of skill rather than the paint itself, coverstain may be a better primer but i don't have any experience painting veneers so you'd no more than me, perhaps a sanding sealer might help or a coat of gardz?
No-ones arguing that WB is a better product in fact we all know compared to pre 2010, u/c rubbed down dead flat and glosses well applied achieved mirror like finishes.
Personally i'm getting on ok with WB u/c and gloss, i like the sikkens and johnstones products, i agree with your comments on the paint drying on the brush so what i do is periodically wash the brush out completely, it doesn't take long and if you want to store overnight just leave in a kettle filled with water.
I have to admit i'm tired of the stink from OB paints, going home with a headache and clients moaning about the smell, awkward clean up, slow drying times and the risk of yellowing. Its all too much hassle now, all i use OB for is exteriors and if the client expressly doesn't want WB after i explain the pro's and con's. The finish is a compromise but i'm banking on improvements from the manufacturers in the coming months and years
the proform picasso oval ferrule angled brush is the best brush I've ever used, it makes detailed cutting in much easier.
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