This guide is for anyone looking to achieve a professional, durable, and long-lasting finish on their interior or exterior metal and wood surfaces. The Dulux Metal & Wood Paint in Black Gloss offers excellent protection and a sleek aesthetic, providing a significant refresh with just one coat. However, users should plan for its 16-hour drying time to ensure optimal results.
Rich Black Gloss Finish: Delivers a deep, reflective black surface that enhances the appearance of wood and metal.
Durable & Long-Lasting Protection: Specially designed to provide a tough, resilient coating that stands up to wear and tear.
Versatile Application: Suitable for use on a variety of wood and metal surfaces, making it ideal for numerous home improvement projects.
Efficient Coverage: Covers up to 1 m² per litre on average, offering good economy for its 750ml volume.
Easy Application: Can be applied smoothly with a brush or roller, accommodating different surface types and user preferences.
Single-Coat Solution: Formulated to provide comprehensive coverage and protection in just one application, streamlining your painting process.
Additional Protection: Offers an extra layer of defense for your surfaces, contributing to their longevity and aesthetic quality.
High-Gloss Aesthetic: Achieves a sleek, modern black gloss finish.
Exceptional Durability: Provides a very hard-wearing and long-lasting protective layer.
Multipurpose Use: Effectively covers both metal and wood substrates.
Good Coverage Rate: Economical coverage of up to 1 m² per litre.
Simplified Application: Only requires a single coat for a complete finish.
Extended Drying Time: Requires a significant 16 hours to fully dry, which may extend project timelines.
Color Limitation: Currently available in a single black gloss finish for this specific product variant.
High-Gloss Aesthetic: Achieves a sleek, modern black gloss finish.
Exceptional Durability: Provides a very hard-wearing and long-lasting protective layer.
Multipurpose Use: Effectively covers both metal and wood substrates.
Good Coverage Rate: Economical coverage of up to 1 m² per litre.
Simplified Application: Only requires a single coat for a complete finish.
Extended Drying Time: Requires a significant 16 hours to fully dry, which may extend project timelines.
Color Limitation: Currently available in a single black gloss finish for this specific product variant.
Dulux Metal & Wood Paint in Black Gloss is engineered for straightforward application and impressive results. Its formulation allows for smooth, even coverage when applied with a good quality brush or roller. For best performance, ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from loose paint or rust before application. A single, well-applied coat is typically sufficient to achieve a full, opaque gloss finish.
Consider using this paint for:
Interior Trim: Refreshing skirting boards, door frames, and internal doors.
Metal Fixtures: Giving a new lease of life to interior railings, metal furniture, or decorative metalwork.
Wooden Furniture: Transforming old wooden chairs, tables, or cabinets with a modern gloss.
Exterior Metalwork: Protecting and enhancing gates, fences, or garden furniture (ensure appropriate surface preparation for outdoor use).
While the paint covers well with one coat, take care to apply it evenly to avoid drips or patchy areas. The 16-hour drying time means planning your project is essential, allowing adequate time for the paint to cure fully before subjecting the surface to use or recoating (though recoating isn't typically required).
Surface Cleaning: Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free from dirt, grease, and loose material. Use a suitable degreaser if necessary.
Sanding: For best adhesion, lightly sand previously painted or varnished surfaces. For new wood, a light sanding will also aid absorption and finish. For new metal, ensure any rust is removed and the surface is free of oils.
Priming: While this paint offers excellent protection, for bare wood or metal, or if switching from a very dark to light color (not applicable for black gloss, but good general advice), a suitable primer may enhance adhesion and longevity. > Info needed: [Specific primer recommendations from Dulux for this product if available].
Stirring: Thoroughly stir the paint before and periodically during use to ensure consistent color and finish.
Surfaces: This paint is specifically formulated for metal and wood surfaces.
Application Tools: Compatible with standard paint brushes and rollers.
Cleaning Painted Surfaces: Once fully dry and cured, painted surfaces can typically be cleaned with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive household cleaner.
Storage: Store the paint in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and frost, with the lid tightly sealed.
Tool Cleaning: Clean brushes and rollers immediately after use. > Info needed: [Specific cleaner for solvent-based or water-based paint, e.g., white spirit for solvent-based].