Aquanamel® Semi Gloss
About Aquanamel® Semi Gloss
Dulux Aquanamel® Semi Gloss is a non-yellowing, water-based interior and exterior acrylic enamel that dries to a glossy and durable, chip-resistant finish. Aquanamel® Semi Gloss can be used in most areas were traditional oil-based enamels are applied with the time-saving benefits of an acrylic paint. Aquanamel® Semi Gloss is highly recommended for doors, architraves, skirting boards, internal and external windows, timber trim and walls and is ideal for bathrooms, kitchens and laundries.
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Application
At a glance
- Low odour water based enamel
- Fast drying
- Durable
- Most marks can be removed with common household cleaners
- Hard wearing, chip resistant finish
Areas to use
Surfaces
• Timber
• Galvanised steel
• MDF
• Non-ferrous metals
• Timber veneer
• Brick
• Concrete
• Masonry
• Plaster and previously painted plasterboard
Previously Painted Surfaces
Surface must be clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease.
Previously painted surfaces in good condition:
• Dust
• Clean with Selleys® Sugar Soap.
Previously painted surfaces with cracks or holes repaired with filler:
• Spot primer repairs with Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Glossy surfaces:
• Lightly sand to a dull finish.
• Then apply Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Unpainted Surfaces
Surface must be clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease.
Unpainted plasterboard, brick, cement board, timber:
• Apply one coat of Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Unpainted set plaster, fibrous plaster, plaster glass:
• Apply one coat of Dulux PRECISION® Sealer Binder.
Unpainted steel/wrought iron:
• Remove rust.
• Apply one coat of Dulux 1Step® Oil-Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Brush, roller
• Stir paint thoroughly with a flat paddle using an up-and-down scooping action.
• Apply two coats of Dulux Aquanamel® Semi Gloss, sanding lightly between coats.
• Ensure the first coat is completely dry before applying the second.
Airless/Conventional Spray
• Suitable for application by conventional or airless spray equipment.
• Up to 100mL/L of water may be added for application by conventional spray, up
to 30mL/L of water for airless spray, and up to 5mL/L for HVLP spray, to aid atomisation.
Unused paint
Do not pour leftover paint down the drain.
Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper and allowed to dry, and then disposed of via domestic waste collections.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit painttakeback.co.nz or paintback.com.au.
Empty paint containers
Leave empty paint containers open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle the container via steel can recycling programs.
Disposal of empty paint containers via domestic recycling programs may differ between local authorities. Check with your local council first.
Do not reuse container unless thoroughly decontaminated.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit paintback.com.au or painttakeback.co.nz
Get in touch with our local Help & Advice team by calling 13 25 25. The Dulux Help & Advice team are experts available to assist with colour, product and service questions.
