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How To Paint Wall Tiles

How To Paint Wall Tiles

You don’t have to renovate your bathroom, kitchen or laundry to get a fresh new look. With Dulux Renovation Range Tiles & Benchtops, you can rejuvenate your space without tearing down a single tile.

What you need:

How you do it:

Step 1:

Remove all grease and dirt from the tiles with Sugar Soap. Repeat this process twice with clean water.

Step 2:

Remove any loose and flaking paint from tiles.

Step 3:

Fill any cracks or holes with a Selleys Knead-It Aqua.

Step 4:

Sand the tiles to a dull flat finish. Use a clean, damp cloth to remove dust.

Step 5:

Clean the tile surface with Rapid Mould Killer. Remove all silicone sealant from joints using the Selleys Silicone Remover. Allow grout line to dry.

Step 6:

Mask the painting area with painter’s tape.

Step 7:

Mix the additive into the Dulux Renovation Range Primer as per the instructions on the can. Stir until the additive is completely mixed in.

Step 8:

Cut in with the primer. Roll the primer, ensuring the tile surface has even coverage.

Step 9:

Mix the additive into the Dulux Renovation Range Tiles & Benchtops as per the instructions on the can. Stir until the additive is completely mixed in.

Step 10:

Cut in the grout lines with the Dulux Renovation Range Tiles & Benchtops with the edge of the mini roller.

Step 11:

Apply 2 coats of the Dulux Renovation Range Tiles & Benchtops.

Step 12:

Lay off in one direction with an unloaded roller to give a smooth, consistent finish. Allow to dry.

Step 13:

Apply an even coverage of Dulux Renovation Range Clear Coat Gloss to the tiles.

Step 14:

Wait 2 days for light use of the tiles, 7 days for general use.