How to apply crushed pebble effect

How to apply crushed pebble effect

Looking to add a decorative finish to your patios, steps, and paths? The Dulux® Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect is an easy way to get a similar look, without having to replace the surface.

Watch how to apply Crushed Pebble Effect

Transform your concrete surfaces

Not only does Dulux® Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect add a decorative look to your outdoor area, but it’s also highly durable and achieves a P4 slip resistance rating.

Not your average paint

Something to note about Dulux® Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect, is that it’s very different to your standard paint. Instead, it’s a clear formula containing suspended flake particles.

The suspended flakes are what provides the textured look. But because each coat will dry clear, you’ll need to build these flakes up over several layers to achieve the desired coverage.

Enjoy the decorative look, slip resistant properties and DIY satisfaction for years to come.

Suitable for a range of surfaces

Although Dulux® Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect is suited to patios, pathways, and steps, some surfaces are better suited to this product than others. This means your surface type will impact how many coats are required for full coverage. It's recommended to paint on smooth surfaces as uneven surfaces will make it hard to achieve a perfect finish.

Covering all bases

Before using Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect, you’ll first need to apply a base coat of Dulux® Concrete & Paving Coloured Sealer after completing Stages 1 & 2. This will allow for faster coverage and help you achieve the desired effect

Nightfall and Drive Time

If you plan on going for a dark textured look, use 1 coat of Dulux Concrete & Paving Coloured Sealer in Dulux Drive Time under Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect in Nightfall.

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Anchor Bay and Grey Port

For a lighter textured effect, use 1 coat of Dulux Concrete & Paving Coloured Sealer in Dulux Grey Port before applying Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect in Anchor Bay.

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The number of coats you apply will depend on the effect you’re after and your surface. If you want a fuller coverage look, you may need up to 4 coats. For a more subtle look, you might be happy with less. Build up as you go!

Spread Rate: up to 4m2/L or up to 250mL per m2 per coat.

Why You Need To Use A Base Coat

Because Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect is different to your standard paint, you’ll need to build this up over layers and avoid over spreading your paint to achieve the best coverage.
1 x Coat

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2 x Coats

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3 x Coats

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Coloured Sealer Base Coat

A base coat of Dulux® Concrete & Paving Coloured Sealer will help you achieve full coverage of Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Effect.
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2 x Coats

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3 x Coats

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If it’s a porous surfaces, apply a priming coat thinned with water (four parts Texture Medium Cover™: one part water) will condition the surface and help aid application of additional coats.

How to get the perfect look

Step-by-step

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Tools & Accessories

Important

Ensure you use a Dulux Concrete & Paving Crushed Pebble Roller to pick up and distribute the flakes in the paint evenly.

How to clean and prime your surface

Use it all up - This is a wear coating in a high traffic environment. The more coverage, the longer it will last. For maintenance it's a good idea to apply a maintenance coat every 2-3 years to keep the surface fresh and retain slip resistance.

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