PAYMENT METHODS
Study project
Go monochromatic for a workspace that inspires big ideas. Give your walls and furnishings an industrial feel with Dulux Design Effects Stainless Steel Effect, Dulux Duramax and Dulux Aquanamel finishes.
Your shopping list
- Dulux Design Effects in your chosen colour
- Dulux Aquanamel Semi Gloss in your chosen colour
- Dulux Duramax in your chosen sheen and colours
- Undercoat/stain blocker (if required)
- High quality synthetic brush for cutting in
- Medium nap (10-18mm) synthetic roller for walls
- Short nap (5-10mm) synthetic roller for furniture pieces
- Paint pot – for cutting in
- Roller tray
- Roller extension pole
- Drop sheets
- Painter’s masking tape
- Cloth
What to consider before you start
How much paint do I need?
Use our simple, online paint calculator to determine the amount of paint you need. Head to dulux.com.au/paint-calculator
Already painted surfaces in good condition
If the surface is already painted and in good condition with no stains or mould you shouldn’t need an undercoat. Check the instructions on the product label to determine if a light sand is required. Ensure the surface is clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease before you start.
Unpainted surfaces in good condition
If you are painting bare, unpainted walls, furniture or ceiling, apply one coat of Dulux® 1Step® Prep over the entire surface. For bare plaster ensure to use Dulux PRECISION® Sealer Binder.
Patch any cracks and holes with a suitable filler or sealant, such as Selleys® Spakfilla®®. Lightly sand down the surface to a smooth level then dust off. Apply one coat of Dulux 1 Step Primer Sealer Undercoat over the repairs.
Mould
If your walls or ceiling have mould, you will need to remove the mould with Selleys® Rapid Mould Killer™ or 1 part bleach to 3 parts water. Scrub with a scouring pad and bleach solution then leave solution on the surface for 15 minutes. Wash with clean water and wipe dry. To ensure mould does not recur, it is important to eliminate the cause of the mould growth. Several applications may be necessary to remove stubborn mould blooms. Once the mould has been removed and the surface is clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease, you can paint without an undercoat.
Stains
Wash surfaces with Selleys Sugar Soap and if stains persist use a specialist stain blocker to prevent the stains migrating through your topcoat and appearing in your new paint job. The Dulux PRECISION range of specialty stain blockers will have a product to suit your stain problem.
Spraying
If undertaking a spray project, for ease of application use a Lazy Susan. This will help you spray the object evenly on all sides, without walking in circles or handling it. To help protect surfaces from overspray, use drop sheets, tape or newspaper. Also, ensure the surface is clean and dry, free from grease, rust and dirt. If priming bare steel and iron, or an undercoat is required, use a Dulux Duramax® Undercoat (Metal, Plastic or General Purpose Undercoat). Shake the can for at least one minute before use and regularly during use. After spraying, prevent blocking by flipping the can upside down and spraying until clear gas emerges. Also wipe the front of the nozzle clean.
Walls
1. Follow the preparation steps this guide.
2. Start by cutting in around the edges of the wall with a brush – these are areas the roller cannot easily reach.
3. Load the roller in the tray with a reasonable amount of paint.
4. Start rolling the wall in an ‘M’ pattern. Start closest to the natural light source. Continue over the same section until the wall is evenly covered.
5. Using an unloaded roller begin in the top left corner of your wall and gently let the roller roll down to the baseboards in a straight line with no pressure. A lightness of touch will prevent new brush strokes from forming. Repeat this action only this time, slightly overlap your last movement so your roller rubs away the line created by the previous stroke. Continue this across the area you have painted. This is called laying off.
6. Reload your roller and apply a second and third coat. Stainless Steel Effect always requires a third coat.
7. For a brushed finish, lay off lightly with a wide brush.
Desk & Drawers
1. Follow the preparation steps on this guide.
2. For technique, start by cutting in around the edges of furniture piece
3. Apply paint to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.
4. Smooth over the painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this. Don’t brush it too much – a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.
5. Use a roller to paint in the middle section.
6. Repeat this process until complete. Allow to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper and repeat for a second coat.
Ornaments
1. Follow the preparation instructions for spraying on this guide.
2. If using Dulux Duramax Black Satin and Dulux Duramax Metallic Finish Silver apply in multiple light, mist coats.
3. Follow after spraying instructions on this guide.
4. Now, admire your transformation! Great job!
Need help?
For any further help on your project, call our friendly Help & Advice Team. Australia: 13 25 25, New Zealand: 0800 800 424. Or you can contact our live chat team online at dulux.com.au
