Why is my woodwork going yellow?Updated a year ago

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White oil-based paint discolouring, even as quickly as a couple of weeks after the application has been an issue since 2010 when EU legislation limited the amount of VoC (volatile organic compounds) that paint could legally contain. 

The required formula adjustments to oil-based paint had several effects on the performance of the paint, including discolouration, or yellowing of the paint. 

Whilst there are some factors that accelerate discolouration and yellowing, in our experience, there is really nothing that can stop it occurring overtime. Our recommended solution is to switch to water-based alternatives. The water-based products have developed significantly since 2010 and there are some excellent choices which will still be hardwearing and chip-resistant, but without the yellowing, longer drying time and odour!