Paint the kennel. Paint the fence. Fix up those old benches. These are some of the jobs we’ve all been putting off throughout the winter. Now’s the time to get it all done, and make your backyard an all-time classic. Colour feature: Whangaparāoa, Ōkārito.
Follow 2 easy steps to get you started.
Tip
Remember to check the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) and substrate suitability of your chosen colour before application.
Before you paint your fence, tie back and cover your plants, remove any bikes or cars, brush away any dirt and lay down a drop sheet.
To ensure you achieve the best results possible, use a wire brush to remove imperfections on older fences and an anti-moss solution to combat mould.
Apply Dulux Timbacryl® by brush, roller or spray. Handheld paint sprayers can be a convenient and time saving approach, depending on the style and size of the fence.
Start by cutting in around the edges and hard to reach areas using Dulux Weathershield®.
Apply paint to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.
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.
Repeat this process for the second coat. Allow to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper and repeat for a second coat.
If painting bare timber a third coat will be required
Prepare the surface by applying 1 coat of Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based.
Start by cutting in around the edges of your furniture piece.
Apply Dulux Aquanamel® to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.
Once you’ve completed an area, while paint is still wet, lightly smooth over the painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this, a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.
Allow 2 hours to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper.
Repeat above steps for a second coat.
High-quality synthetic brush (for cutting-in)
Short nap (5-10mm) synthetic roller
Paint pot – for cutting in
Cloth
A fresh coat of paint can have an incredible effect on the feel of your home. Using Dulux Weathershield® will revitalise your home brickwork exterior and provide a lasting look designed for New Zealand conditions.
There are some key points to note when preparing to paint exterior areas. Using the correct technique and quality paints will result in a painting job that is faster, cheaper and easier to use than alternative methods.
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