The Johnstone's Washable Matt Emulsion Paint in Grey is an ideal choice for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts seeking a durable, easy-to-maintain finish for interior walls and ceilings. Its primary advantage lies in its unique washable formulation, allowing for effortless removal of common household marks and spills without dulling the paint's vibrant grey tone. However, achieving optimal results always requires thorough surface preparation to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish.
Washable Matt Finish: Provides a contemporary, non-reflective look that is also highly practical for busy homes.
Effortless Cleaning: Uniquely formulated to allow easy removal of everyday marks and spills using just a damp cloth.
Colour Vibrancy Retention: Designed to ensure repeated cleaning does not compromise the paint's original grey colour or leave unsightly sheen.
Quick-Drying Time: Reduces waiting periods between coats, allowing for faster project completion.
Smooth, Even Coverage: Ensures a professional-looking finish with consistent colour and texture across the surface.
Low-Odour Formula: Minimises unpleasant fumes during and after application, contributing to a more pleasant painting experience.
Highly durable and long-lasting finish.
Exceptional cleanability, ideal for high-traffic areas.
Maintains colour integrity even after cleaning.
Fast drying, enabling quicker project turnaround.
Low odour for comfortable indoor use.
Achieves a smooth, professional-looking matt finish.
Requires meticulous surface preparation for best results.
May require two coats for optimal coverage, especially over contrasting colours.
Not designed for exterior use or floors.
Highly durable and long-lasting finish.
Exceptional cleanability, ideal for high-traffic areas.
Maintains colour integrity even after cleaning.
Fast drying, enabling quicker project turnaround.
Low odour for comfortable indoor use.
Achieves a smooth, professional-looking matt finish.
Requires meticulous surface preparation for best results.
May require two coats for optimal coverage, especially over contrasting colours.
Not designed for exterior use or floors.
This washable matt emulsion excels in high-traffic areas such as hallways, living rooms, and children's bedrooms where marks and scuffs are common. Imagine a scenario where crayon marks on a child's wall, a coffee splash in the living room, or fingerprints on a hallway wall can be effortlessly wiped away with a damp cloth, leaving no trace or sheen. The paint's quick-drying nature means you can often apply a second coat on the same day, significantly speeding up redecoration projects. Its low-odour formula is a real advantage for families, as it minimises disruption and allows rooms to be used sooner after painting. The smooth, even coverage ensures a consistently elegant grey finish, enhancing the modern aesthetic of any room.
Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, or loose material. Fill any cracks or holes with appropriate filler and sand smooth. For new, porous, or previously unpainted surfaces, a thinned first coat (up to 10% water) can act as a primer.
Stirring: Thoroughly stir the paint before and periodically during use to ensure colour consistency.
Application: Apply with a good quality brush or roller. For best results, apply two coats, allowing adequate drying time between coats. Avoid overspreading.
This paint is specifically formulated for interior walls and ceilings. It is not suitable for exterior use, floors, or surfaces that require high scrub resistance found in bathrooms or kitchens (unless specifically stated on the product label as being suitable for those environments, which it isn't based on the description).
Cleaning Painted Surfaces: For everyday marks and spills, gently wipe the affected area with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap if necessary. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh scrubbing, which could damage the matt finish.
Storage: Store leftover paint in a cool, dry, frost-free environment, away from direct sunlight, with the lid tightly sealed.