Endurance Silk

Dulux Endurance Silk is an exceptionally tough paint. Its Diamond Tough formulation is 20 times tougher than standard Dulux Silk, and it's washable without colour fade so your home stays looking great for longer without all the hard work.

Surface preparation

To get the best results with Dulux Endurance Silk, make sure surfaces to be painted are sound, clean and dry (new surfaces particularly must be fully dry). Full durability develops seven days after original application. Before surface preparation, read the information in the Safety, Health And Environmental Information section about old lead paints.
Any surface defects should be filled with the appropriate Polycell Polyfilla product.
General preparation: Remove any loose or flaking paint. Where necessary, wash the surface to remove dirt, grease etc. Sand down to remove any sheen.
Seal new, bare and porous surfaces, including previously unpainted patterned textured ceiling coatings, new buildings that have a plasterboard finish and wallcoverings that are suitable for painting (not vinyl or washables) For best results, use Dulux Plaster Sealer.

How to use

Stir thoroughly with a palette knife or similar implement before use.
In hot weather and warm environments, up to 10% clean water may be added and stirred in to ease application if required. For normal use thinning is not required.
Apply 1 or 2 coats of Dulux Endurance Silk using a suitable brush or roller. Where the second coat is required, allow a minimum of 5 hours between coats. When conditions are colder, more time must be allowed for the first coat to dry fully.
Dulux Endurance Silk allows you to easily wipe off everyday surface dirt and grime including common household stains such as tea, coffee and blackcurrant juice etc. by promptly using a soft soapy cloth and clean soapy water. Allow water to dry from surface of the paint, as wetness may show a different colour. Drying time approximately two hours. Some colour may show on the cloth while cleaning, but the paint dries to the original colour and finish. Only apply enough pressure to remove the marks. Abrasive cleaners and vigorous scrubbing may damage emulsion paint.

Health and safety

Water-Based Paint
Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When painting it is advisable to wear eye protection. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water or a proprietary skin cleanser. Do not use solvent, thinners or white spirit.
Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use or store by hanging on a hook. Do not empty into drains or watercourses. Some local authorities have special facilities for disposing of waste paint.
Safety data sheet available for professional user on request. Avoid the inhalation of dust. Wear a suitable face mask if dry sanding. Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre-1960s paint surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful lead. For further advice contact the Customer Care Centre at ICI Paints, Wexham Road, Slough, SL2 5DS. Tel: 08444 817 817

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