Dulux Trade Durable Flat Matt
- A trade quality, water-based emulsion paint for interior walls and ceilings
- Contemporary flat matt finish is perfect for masking uneven walls
- Ideal for busy homes and their high traffic areas
- Can be brushed, sprayed or applied with a roller
- Drying time: 3 hours
- Coverage: 17 m2
- Coats: 2
Dulux Trade Durable Flat Matt is a high opacity water-based emulsion perfect for walls and ceilings. It offers a washable, dead flat-matt finish perfect for even the busiest of homes. Ideal for corridors, stairwells and children’s bedrooms. Its ultra-low sheen level is ideal for hiding imperfections and masking areas of uneven wall surface, whilst still retaining the Dulux Trade standard durability.
For the best results, ensure surfaces to be painted are sound, clean, dry and free from dirt, dust or any other surface contaminants.
- Remove any loose or defective paint with a paint scraper by sanding or using a dedicated paint stripper
- Special precautions should be taken during preparation of pre-1960s paint surfaces as they may contain harmful amounts of lead
- Fill any surface defects with an appropriate filler, sand smooth and remove dust with a lint-free cloth
- Use Dulux Trade Stain Block Primer to seal in any heavily stained or powdery surfaces
Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin at all times. Do not apply in temperatures below 8°C. For the best colour consistency, purchase sufficient tinted paint for each job, including touch-in, at one time from the same source.
- Stir the paint thoroughly before and periodically during use, making sure to include pigment gathered in the top and bottom creases of the tin
- Seal new or bare surfaces with a thinned first coat of Dulux Trade Durable Flat Matt (see thinning guidelines below)
- The normal finishing process is 2 full coats but on previously painted surfaces in good condition where similar colours are used, only 1 coat may be required
- Allow 3 hours to fully dry
- For a more drastic colour change, extra coats may be required
Thinning Guidelines
- Sealing new or bare surfaces: Add up to 1 part clean water to 5 parts paint
- Normal use (not to be exceeded): Add up to 1 part clean water to 10 parts paint
- Conventional spray application: Add up to 1 part clean water to 2.5 parts paint
- Airless spray application: Add up to 1 part clean water to 5 parts paint
When it's time for a refresh, simply apply a fresh coat of Dulux Trade Durable Flat Matt, following the Preparation and Application instructions above.