In perfect conditions (not lashing with torrential rain and with temperatures over 10ºC), Granocryl wil be dry to the touch within one to two hours and capable of being recoated within four to six hours – an important fact seeing as, depending on the substrate you’re applying it to, two coats is generally the expected norm to achieve an ideal finish. Despite its ancient origins, the use of limewash paint inside and outside the home was labelled one of the hot new trends of 2022. While it requires more coats than other masonry paints, the finish is undeniably striking and, best of all, eco-friendly due to the use of only natural ingredients. Key specs – Sizes available: 5 litres; Usage: Exterior & Interior; Finish: Flat matt; Drying time: 3 hours; Recoat time: 12 hours; Coats required: Multiple; Mould resistant: Yes; Colour availability: 76 There’s more to colours than appealing design, especially if your customer is a business. When you take on this type of job, you’ll find that there are a few legal requirements that have to be covered. When it comes to safety, the British Standards (BS) framework outlines how colours should be used in commercial decoration to promote a safer environment. Preparation: All surfaces must be sound, clean, dry and free from grease. If mould or algae are present, treat with Fungicidal wash, remove with a scraper of stiff brush, then treat the surface again with Fungicidal Wash. Any lime wash, distemper or flaking paint should be completely removed. Chalky underbound surfaces should be dry brushed and treated with Stabilising solution as directed.

Imbued with Sandtex’s Microseal technology to provide resilient protection from the worst of the weather, the paint can be applied straight to clean masonry without any need to worry about primers, and with a wide range of colours available to choose from, the number of coats required just depends on whether you’re trying to cover a bright colour with a light one. Best of all, its formulation enables you to cover larger areas with much more speed, saving vital time on jobs. READ NEXT: Add affordable style to your home with the best laminate flooring What preparation is required?

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Drying Time: Touch dry in 1-2 hours under normal conditions. If required apply a second coat after 4-6 hours. For best results, ensure the floor is clean and apply using a brush or a fully loaded roller, applying evenly and taking care not to overspread. Once the first coat is down, leave overnight to dry fully, before going in with the second coat and leave overnight again. It comes guaranteed for 15 years, giving you a greater gap between having to repaint. And, last but not least, it comes in an incredible range of colour options – 107 different shades, to be precise (though we’ve featured the “pure brilliant white” shade above). Free sachet delivery is available on all Rust-Oleum sachets. These are shipped direct from the manufacturer using Whistl. Can take 5-10 working days.

Don't forget our expert team are always on hand to help if you have any questions regarding our colour match tinting services Coverage: Approximately 10 sq metres per litre, depending on the nature and porosity of the surface. Strong or contrasting colours may require additional coats.Key specs – Sizes available: 5l, 10l; Usage: Exterior; Style: Smooth; Drying time: 3-4 hours; Recoat time: 16 hours; Coats required: 2; Mould resistant: Yes; Colour availability: 27 We also deliver to the majority of non mainland UK locations including The scottish Highlands & islands, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Isles of Scilly and Northern Ireland. Please see full delivery terms for the extra charges associated with these locations