Frenchic Furniture Paint - Al Fresco Inside/Outside Range 250ml Dinky Tin (Dusky Blush)

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Reseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water. Recommended surface preparation in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse, dry, hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface and/or to smooth any protrusions after filling. Wipe off any dust, paint away! Cue the entry of our innovative Al Fresco range – the ultimate paint for outside doors. As well as being self-priming and self-sealing, it’s weatherproof and UV resistant to protect your external doors from the elements. As with all our paint ranges, it’s also low in VOCs with UKCA and EN71-3 certification (meaning it’s safe to use on children’s toys). Tape around any areas you don’t want to paint, using masking tape. The tape keeps the window free of paint. We painted the frame of the window too, on the inside… And just the door of the outside. Make sure you leave the door open as long as you can before closing it. Painting Tips for a Good Finish

Finishing Coatγια επιπλέ0ν προστασία σε ντουλάπια κουζίνας, έπιπλα μπάνιου, δάπεδο, και τραπεζαρίες. Avoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10 oC and 32 oC and humidity is less than 85%. Do not apply if, in the following 48 hours, there is likelihood of rain, frost, fog, condensation or if the temperature is likely to drop lower than 10 oC. This means that certain times of the year are unsuitable for painting outside projects - as a general rule of thumb Summer is recommended. Put down little dishes of bicarbonate of soda to help absorb the paint smell. A few halved onions also do the same. I did both and I think it really helped the smell to go. A 750ml tin will provide a single coat of up to 12.5m2. For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m2 on non-porous surfaces like laminate or metal. Limited Edition 500ml tins will provide a single coat of up to 8.5m2. AlFresco Inside/Outside Range εάν το επιθυμείτε να κάνετε τεχνοτροπία με τα κεριά Frenchic Waxes, stencil, ζωγραφική ή άλλη τεχνική.I did consider naming this blog post ‘How NOT To Paint a uPVC Front Door’ as my social media community will know how much of a nightmare it was. FrontDoorGate has been rumbling along for many months, and much blood, sweat and tears have been shed along the way. OK no blood, but tonnes of sweat and tears! But if you want to go for it, I have lots of tips to make painting uPVC easier. And I do think its worth all the trouble! What Paint Should You Use For a uPVC Front Door? Use masking tape to cover any fittings on or surrounding the door that you don’t want to get paint on. It is also worth covering any glass panels with cardboard or polythene. Reseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes/rollers in warm, soapy water.

If your door is exposed to the elements, and not enclosed in a porch, then you will need a suitable durable and weatherproof paint. For ease of application and speed, a self-priming paint is perfect. Many paints require a primer, which means buying extra products as well as adding time to the project. Self-priming paints – like the entire Frenchic range – cuts out that hassle and expense. What about colour? Avoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10oC and 32oC and humidity is less than 85%. Do not apply if, in the following 48 hours, there is likelihood of rain, frost, fog, condensation or if the temperature is likely to drop lower than 10oC Surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface. Wipe off any dust, paint away! For a great demonstration, see our video. Ensure surface is in suitable condition for painting and free from grease, wax or penetrating substances. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint. My first piece of advice for anyone considering painting their uPVC door is to choose your paint wisely. I sadly did not choose the best paint, so I want you to benefit from my mistakes! I recommend Frenchic Al Fresco Paint which you can find here. Below you’ll find the one I used for this door that was a total pain, but did work well! The Paint I Don’t Recommend To Paint Your Front DoorCuring (hardening) time is up to 3 weeks in normal conditions. Treat gently until curing is complete I get lots of comments from people who are amazed that it’s possible to paint uPVC as it’s made of plastic. As you can see, it is possible, but it does take time and patience. If you’ve ever wondered how to makeover your uPVC front door using paint, read on for my guide on how to transform an old plastic front door. This is the most laborious, time-consuming part of painting a front door, but do not be tempted to skip it! I used the Dusky Blush Al Fresco paint on our kitchen door and it was a dream to paint with and gives a gorgeous matte, smooth finish. You just need to clean the door with sugar soap, lightly sand, wipe off the dust and paint. Be careful with it for a few weeks as it hardens up or ‘cures’.

Porous, or ‘thirsty’, surfaces like bare wood or MDF, tend to absorb paint meaning additional coats are likely to be required to achieve a durable finish. In this case, your 500ml tin will provide less than 3.5m 2 of full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected. Self-priming – no primer or undercoat required for any surface except bare metal (in which case use a suitable metal primer)Choosing the right date and time to paint is also important because it impacts how well your paint will apply and cure (harden). Don’t paint outdoors if, for the next 48 hours, one of the following applies:

Always ensure you have enough paint for your whole project. When more than 1 tin of the same colour is needed, it is good practice to ensure batch numbers are identical or to intermix batches prior to commencing painting.That said, it’s important to know how to paint a wooden front door before you get started. In this post, we’ll cover all bases with tips on what you’ll need, preparing your surface and painting the door for the best results. Choosing the right paint I went to our local decorator centre and asked for advice. The recommended Zinsser All Coat Exterior Satin paint with built in primer and gave me an exciting colour chart for me to choose from. They mixed it to my chosen candyfloss pink and I am delighted with the colour. Dusky Blush, χρησιμοποιώντας είτε πινέλο, είτε ρολό, είτε πιστόλι βαφής. Προτείνουμε, η πρώτη στρώση να είναι πολύ λεπτή και αραιή. Curing is a progressive process, which can take up to three weeks for the paint to fully harden. Treat the painted surface with care during this time. Porous, or ‘thirsty’ surfaces like bare wood or MDF, tend to absorb paint meaning additional coats are likely to be required to achieve a durable finish. In this case, your 750ml tin will provide less than 6m2 of full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected.