Been Told Satin White Paint For Doors Etc

[tamaris]

does not discolour as it contains no oil. I have always used gloss paint. Is it worth using ?I am about to decorate.

[Ken4155]

Satin dries to a dull sheen but because it contains no oil, it is not quite as resilient to knocks as gloss.

[tamaris]

Oh I C not sure I will like that thank you .

[mastercraft]

Satin is a type of finish, it doesn't mean that it is water based.

Satin finish is available in oil and water based paints. Water based paint will not 'yellow/discolour' anywhere near as quick as oil based paint will.
However, oil based paint is generally hardier.
In my opinion, use water base. It is much quicker/easier to use, and less hassle.

[theshedman]

The water based ones will be easier to put on and wont discolour as quickly but the oil based ones are usually harder wearing and you can get a much smoother finish with them.