Wash&Wear® Matt
About Wash&Wear® Matt
Dulux Wash&Wear® Matt provides a stylish, matt finish without compromising on washability or durability. By minimising light reflection, the sophisticated matt finish provides a subtle sheen, hides surface imperfections and softens the effect of glare making it ideal for rooms with large windows or in hallways. It's made with the latest 101 Barrier Technology®, so you can wipe away most common marks, scuffs and stains with a wet cloth and your walls will look freshly painted for years.
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At a glance
- Hard wearing finish that lasts
- Looks freshly painted for years
- Exceptional washability
- Sophisticated matt sheen level
- Low odour and low VOC
- 101 Barrier Technology®
Areas to use
Performance guide
Dulux Wash&Wear Matt is ideal for walls where a subtle sheen is desired. It reduces the visibility of imperfections in plaster walls. Dulux Wash&Wear Matt softens the effect of glare and glancing light in rooms with large windows or along hallways.
Surfaces
• Plasterboard
• Waterproof plasterboard
• Brick
• Cement sheet
• Set plaster
• Fibrous plaster
• Plasterglass
• Timber
• Galvanised steel
• MDF
• Concrete
• Masonry
• Steel (mild) and non-ferrous metals
Previously Painted Surfaces
Surface must be clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease.
For Cracks or holes with filler:
• Spot prime repairs with Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Glossy surfaces:
• Lightly sand to a dull finish.
Unpainted Surfaces
Unpainted plasterboard, brick, cement sheet, bare timber:
• One coat of Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Set plaster, fibrous plaster, plasterglass:
• One coat of Dulux PRECISION® Sealer Binder.
Brush, roller
1. Stir paint thoroughly with a flat paddle using an up-and-down scooping action.
2. Cut-in around the edges with a brush, then roll up to the border whilst it is still wet.
3. Apply two coats ensuring that the first coat is completely dry before applying the second.
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