The Dulux Quick Dry Gloss Natural Calico Metal & Wood Paint is ideal for DIY enthusiasts and homeowners seeking a durable, high-sheen finish for interior and exterior wood, metal, and radiators. Its key benefit lies in its quick-drying, self-undercoating formula and low odor, making painting projects more efficient and pleasant. While it simplifies the painting process, optimal results require two coats, with a waiting period between applications.
High-Gloss Finish: Delivers a professional, reflective surface that enhances the appearance of wood and metal.
Quick Drying: Allows for faster project completion with a drying time of approximately 6 hours between coats.
Self-Undercoating: Eliminates the need for a separate primer, streamlining your painting process and saving time.
Low Odor: Provides a more comfortable painting experience, especially when working indoors.
Wipeable & Non-Yellowing: Ensures the painted surface remains easy to clean and maintains its original color and brilliance over time.
Durable & Long-Lasting Protection: Formulated to provide a robust, hard-wearing finish that withstands daily wear and tear.
Suitable for Radiators: Specifically designed to perform well on heat-exposed surfaces without cracking or discoloring.
Fast Drying: Significantly reduces project time with a 6-hour recoat time.
Low Odor: Offers a more pleasant application experience, particularly for indoor use.
Self-Undercoating: Simplifies the painting process by combining priming and topcoat in one.
Durable and Easy to Maintain: The wipeable and non-yellowing finish ensures longevity and ease of cleaning.
Versatile Application: Effective on a wide range of surfaces including interior/exterior wood, metal, and radiators.
Two Coats Recommended: Requires a second coat for optimal coverage and durability, which extends total project time.
Brush Application: Primarily designed for brush application, which might not be preferred by all users for larger areas.
Fast Drying: Significantly reduces project time with a 6-hour recoat time.
Low Odor: Offers a more pleasant application experience, particularly for indoor use.
Self-Undercoating: Simplifies the painting process by combining priming and topcoat in one.
Durable and Easy to Maintain: The wipeable and non-yellowing finish ensures longevity and ease of cleaning.
Versatile Application: Effective on a wide range of surfaces including interior/exterior wood, metal, and radiators.
Two Coats Recommended: Requires a second coat for optimal coverage and durability, which extends total project time.
Brush Application: Primarily designed for brush application, which might not be preferred by all users for larger areas.
Dulux Quick Dry Gloss provides exceptional performance for both aesthetic appeal and surface protection. Its quick-drying nature means you can apply the second coat on the same day, significantly speeding up renovations or DIY projects. With an average coverage of 16 m² per litre, a 750ml can effectively cover a substantial area, such as multiple doors or a set of radiator covers.
Interior Woodwork: Perfect for skirting boards, architraves, doors, and window frames, providing a hard-wearing and easy-to-clean finish.
Metal Surfaces: Suitable for interior and exterior metal, including railings, garden furniture (if protected from extreme weather), and decorative metal features.
Radiators: Its heat-resistant properties make it an excellent choice for updating and protecting radiators without fear of discolouration or cracking.
For best results, ensure the surface is clean, dry, and sound. Apply the paint evenly with a good quality brush. Avoid overworking the paint, and allow the recommended 6 hours of drying time before applying the second coat.
Clean: Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free from dirt, grease, and loose material.
Smooth: For previously painted surfaces, lightly sand to provide a key for adhesion. Remove any flaking paint.
Fill: Fill any cracks or holes with appropriate filler and sand smooth once dry.
Stir: Stir the paint thoroughly before use.
Apply: Apply with a good quality synthetic or natural bristle brush. Load the brush evenly and apply a smooth, even coat.
Recoat: Allow approximately 6 hours for the first coat to dry before applying the second coat. Two coats are recommended for optimal finish and durability.
Surfaces: Designed for use on interior and exterior wood and metal. This includes wooden doors, window frames, skirting boards, metal railings, and radiators.
Substrates: Compatible with most common paintable substrates, provided they are properly prepared.
Cleaning: The finished surface is wipeable. Clean with a soft, damp cloth and mild detergent if necessary.
Tool Cleaning: Clean brushes immediately after use with warm soapy water.
Storage: Store the paint in its original container in a cool, dry place, away from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Ensure the lid is tightly sealed to prevent drying out.