Soft Sheen

A soft and subtle sheen to bring warmth to your home.

Surface preparation

To get the best results with Dulux Soft Sheen, make sure the surfaces are sound, clean and dry (new surfaces particularly must be fully dry).
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 vinyls 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 Vinyl Soft Sheen using a suitable brush or roller. Where the second coat is required, allow a minimum of 2 hours between coats. Where conditions are colder, more time must be allowed for the first coat to dry fully.

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.
This product contains no added lead. However, the wood and metal surfaces of the building, especially if it is pre-1960, may have been decorated in the past with a paint made with lead pigments. Preparation and removal of such paint can be hazardous. For a free leaflet explaining how the surface should be prepared safely, contact the Customer Care Centre at ICI Paints, Wexham Road, Slough, SL2 5DS. Tel: 08444 817 817.

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