Synthetic Distemper also known as  Oil Bound Distemper ( OBD ) is a  washable distemper in economic range. Since its oil bound, the paint film gives decent washability (though the washability is not as great as some of the premium acrylic emulsions) . It has limited factory made colors as compared to the Acrylic distemper & emulsion or plastic paints, however strainers can be added to base white color for obtaining desired shades. In terms of cost & performance hierarchy, it sits above the Dry Distemper but lower than emulsion or plastic paints.