How to get the Light Texture effect
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How to get the Light Texture effect

Create a warm and inviting space with Dulux Light Texture. This finely grained matt finish will transform your home into a cosy haven with a contemporary feel.

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Choose your colour
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See how it's done

How To Guides

Choose your colour

Dulux Light Texture Effect is available in a curated range of neural and earthy tones.

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How to get the perfect look

Step-by-step:

Choose your colour
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Choose your colour

Choose from our curated range of colours or LiveChat for free personalised colour advice.

Prepare
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Prepare

Clean your walls. Fix any blemishes, sand back and spot prime where needed.

Mask off
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Mask off

Mask off the area for perfectly painted edges.

Cut in
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Cut in

Cut in around the edges using a brush.

First coat
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First coat

Then apply your first coat using a roller, laying off the area. Ensure quick and consistent application to avoid a patchy wall.

Dry
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Dry

Allow two hours of dry time before the second coat. In between coats, wrap your brushes in tin foil and close your paint tin, storing both in a cool, dry place.

Second coat
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Second coat

To enhance the effect, cross hatch your second coat. Paint in criss-cross motions using a wide brush.

Here's what you'll need to get started:

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See how it's done

Learn how to use Light Texture on your walls.

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