How to refresh your render

First you need to understand what is the condition of the surface that you’re dealing with. Using a sharp blade cut an X in your existing surface and cover with tape. If paint comes away when the tape is ripped off then it’s unsound and needs to be completely removed.

Bigger cracks and holes will need to be filled with exterior grade render filler.

To clean your wall, remove any white salts with a 5% solution of white vinegar. For moss or mould, wash the wall with a bleach solution or demossing chemical. Once dry, make sure you mask any surface you don’t want to paint and use drop sheets to cover any plants you may be painting around.

Now you’re ready to start painting with Dulux Weathershield® Render Refresh. Start by using your brush to cut in around the edges. Then paint the rest of the surface with the roller, starting from the top corner in smooth up and down strokes.

TIP: To get an even tint when using multiple cans, pour half of the second can into the first after you’ve filled your paint tray and continue this across all cans.

After you have covered a section of the wall, it’s time to lay off to get a smooth finish. This is arguably the most important step in rolling a wall and should be done when you’ve painted a section roughly 3-4 meters. Laying off your wall means giving it a smooth consistent finish and hiding those streaky brush strokes. Simply place your unloaded roller at the top left corner of your wall. Ensure the handle side of your roller is to the right. Then with almost zero pressure roll straight down your wall until you reach the bottom. Remove your roller, return to the top, and slightly overlap where you just rolled so that each panel rubs away the line from the previous lay-off.

And you’re done! Don’t forget to turn your leftover paint into hard waste with Dulux® ENVIRONSOLUTIONS® Waste Paint Hardener.