For DIY enthusiasts and home renovators seeking a versatile and durable paint solution, Frenchic Al Fresco Chalk and Mineral Paint in Constance Moss offers a rich, olive-green matte finish for both indoor and outdoor projects. This self-priming and self-sealing formula simplifies your painting process, though achieving optimal durability requires a minimum of two coats, especially on porous surfaces.
Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of surfaces, including furniture, woodwork, metal, uPVC, and even interior concrete floors.
Indoor & Outdoor Use: Formulated to be weatherproof and hardwearing, making it perfect for both interior and exterior projects.
Self-Priming & Self-Sealing: Eliminates the need for separate primers and topcoats, streamlining your painting process.
Matte Finish: Provides a sophisticated, elegant chalk and mineral matte look.
Water-Based Formula: Easier clean-up and lower odor compared to solvent-based paints.
Child-Safe Certified: EN71-3 certified, making it safe for use on children's toys.
"Constance Moss" Shade: A unique, strong, and verdant olive green with a hint of zest, ideal for mid-century schemes.
Exceptional Versatility: Can be used on almost any surface, both indoors and outdoors, reducing the need for multiple paint types.
All-in-One Formula: Self-priming and self-sealing features save time and effort.
Durable Finish: Weatherproof and hardwearing, ensuring longevity for your projects.
Safe for Kids' Items: EN71-3 certification offers peace of mind for painting toys and nursery furniture.
Attractive Matte Look: Delivers a desirable smooth, matte aesthetic.
Water-Based: Easier to clean tools and has a low VOC profile.
Minimum Two Coats Required: For optimal durability, at least two coats are necessary, which can increase project time.
Variable Coverage: Porous surfaces will absorb more paint and require additional coats, impacting quoted coverage rates.
Not for Very Wet Areas: Avoid application in areas like showers or bath surrounds.
Batch Consistency Check: When using multiple tins, it's important to check batch numbers or intermix to ensure color uniformity.
Exceptional Versatility: Can be used on almost any surface, both indoors and outdoors, reducing the need for multiple paint types.
All-in-One Formula: Self-priming and self-sealing features save time and effort.
Durable Finish: Weatherproof and hardwearing, ensuring longevity for your projects.
Safe for Kids' Items: EN71-3 certification offers peace of mind for painting toys and nursery furniture.
Attractive Matte Look: Delivers a desirable smooth, matte aesthetic.
Water-Based: Easier to clean tools and has a low VOC profile.
Minimum Two Coats Required: For optimal durability, at least two coats are necessary, which can increase project time.
Variable Coverage: Porous surfaces will absorb more paint and require additional coats, impacting quoted coverage rates.
Not for Very Wet Areas: Avoid application in areas like showers or bath surrounds.
Batch Consistency Check: When using multiple tins, it's important to check batch numbers or intermix to ensure color uniformity.
Frenchic Al Fresco Chalk and Mineral Paint in Constance Moss excels in transforming various spaces with its robust performance and distinctive color. Its self-priming and self-sealing properties make it an efficient choice for projects like revamping old furniture, giving a fresh look to kitchen cupboards, or updating exterior elements such as front doors and garden furniture.
For outdoor applications, its weatherproof and hardwearing nature ensures resilience against the elements, maintaining its verdant appeal. When painting interior surfaces, the matte finish provides a classic, sophisticated look on items like wooden tables, laminate shelving, or even powder-coated radiators. The EN71-3 certification makes it a trusted option for upcycling children's toy boxes or furniture.
Coverage is a key aspect to consider for planning. A 750ml tin can provide up to 12.5m² per single coat. However, for a durable finish, a minimum of two coats is required, meaning a 750ml tin will realistically cover approximately 6m² on non-porous surfaces with full coverage. It's crucial to account for porous surfaces, which will absorb more paint and necessitate additional coats to achieve the desired look and durability. Always ensure you have enough paint for your entire project, and if using multiple tins of the same color, intermix them to guarantee consistent shade.
Surface Preparation: Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and free from grease or loose debris. A light sanding might be beneficial for very smooth or glossy surfaces, though generally not required due to its self-priming nature.
Stir Thoroughly: Before and during use, stir the paint well to ensure an even consistency and color.
Application: Apply paint using a brush or roller. For optimal durability and finish, a minimum of two coats is required. Allow adequate drying time between coats (refer to product label for specific times). Thinner application may affect durability.
Batch Consistency: If your project requires more than one tin of the same color, always check that the batch numbers are identical. If not, or as a best practice, intermix the contents of all tins in a larger container before starting to ensure a perfectly uniform color across your entire project.
This paint is highly versatile and suitable for:
Furniture and Woodwork: Chairs, tables, dressers, shelving, trim.
Laminate: Kitchen cupboards, worktops (with proper preparation).
Powder-coated Radiators: Gives radiators a fresh, new look.
Metal: Garden furniture, decorative items.
uPVC: Doors, window frames.
Ceramic Wall Tiles: Suitable for most wall tiles, but avoid very wet areas such as showers or bath surrounds.
Kitchen Cupboards: A popular choice for kitchen transformations.
Front Doors: Provides a durable, weatherproof finish.
Interior Wood and Concrete Floors: For a unique floor finish.
Initial Curing: Allow the paint to fully cure for several days (typically 7-14 days) before heavy use or cleaning to ensure maximum durability.
Cleaning Painted Surfaces: Once cured, wipe surfaces gently with a damp, soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh scrubbing, as this can damage the matte finish.
Tool Clean-up: Being water-based, brushes and rollers can be cleaned easily with water immediately after use.
Info needed: [Specific long-term care instructions for painted surfaces if different from general gentle cleaning.]