Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
- Surface Preparation: For best results, ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and sound. Remove any loose or flaking paint. Fill any holes or cracks with a suitable filler and sand smooth. For new plaster or porous surfaces, a suitable primer or a diluted first coat of emulsion (mist coat) is recommended to ensure even absorption.
- Masking: Use painter's tape to protect skirting boards, door frames, windows, and light switches.
- Protection: Lay dust sheets or old newspapers to protect floors and furniture from paint splatters.
- Tools: Have brushes, rollers, paint trays, and stirring sticks ready.
Compatibility
This paint is specifically designed for interior walls and ceilings. It is suitable for application on common interior surfaces such as plaster, drywall, and previously painted surfaces. For other specific surfaces, it is advisable to test a small, inconspicuous area first.
Care
- Tool Cleaning: Clean brushes and rollers immediately after use with warm soapy water until all paint residue is removed. Rinse thoroughly and allow to dry.
- Paint Storage: Store unused paint in its original container, tightly sealed, in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and frost. Ensure the lid is properly sealed to prevent the paint from drying out.
- Surface Cleaning: Once dry, painted surfaces can typically be wiped gently with a damp, soft cloth to remove light marks. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh scrubbing, as this is a matt finish.