Change your outdoor area
Outdoor Party
Add a splash of the Mediterranean to your outdoor party area by refreshing your outdoor furniture with sky-coloured Dulux® Aquanamel® Semi Gloss, your walls with Dulux Weathershield® Low Sheen, and by giving some lanterns a wash of Dulux Duramax® in Go Go Blue.
Getting Started
Your Shopping List
Dulux ®Weathershield®Low Sheen in your chosen colour
High quality synthetic brush for cutting in
Medium nap (10-18mm) synthetic roller
Dulux Aquanamel®Semi Gloss in your chosen colour
Dulux 1Step®Prep
Short nap (5-10mm) synthetic roller
Dulux Duramax® in your chosen sheen and colours
General Painting Supplies
Paint pot – for cutting in
Roller tray
Roller extension pole
Drop sheets
Painter’s masking tape
Cloth
Ōakura
Greens range from yellow citrus greens through to blue greens such as teals. Lighter muted greens can add a peaceful and relaxed feel to a room whilst citrus and brighter lime greens can liven up a space. Greens are versatile and easy to live with and can be used on the inside and outside of your home.
Time to Paint
Walls
Ensure the surface has been properly prepared prior to starting to paint. Follow the label on the can for more information.
Start by cutting in around the edges of the wall with a brush – these are areas the roller cannot easily reach.
Load the roller in the tray with a reasonable amount of paint.
Start rolling the wall in an ‘M’ pattern. Continue over the same section until the wall is evenly covered. Roll up to area of 1m size or paint wall in sections.
Before paint starts to dry, using an unloaded roller, begin in the top left corner of your wall and gently let the roller roll down to the base in a straight line with no pressure. A lightness of touch will prevent new roller marks from forming. Repeat this action only this time, slightly overlap your last movement so your roller rubs away the line created by the previous stroke. Continue this across the area you have painted. This is called laying off.
Once the first coat is dry, repeat the total process again with a second coat. A third coat may be required depending on surface and colour selected.
Table & Bench Seats
Ensure all surfaces are prepared thoroughly. If painting a new timber surface, prime with Dulux 1Step Prep.
Start by cutting in around the edges of the piece of furniture.
Apply Dulux Aquanamel to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.
Once you’ve completed an area, while paint is still wet, lightly smooth over the painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this, a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.
Allow 2 hours to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper.
Repeat above steps for a second coat.
Lanterns
Ensure all surfaces are prepared thoroughly and you've protected any surrounding areas from overspray.
Apply Dulux Duramax Go Go Blue gloss in multiple light, mist coats.
After spraying, prevent blocking by flipping the can upside down and spraying until clear gas emerges. Always wipe the front of the nozzle clean.
Now, admire your transformation! Great job!
How to videos
How to paint brick
A fresh coat of paint can have an incredible effect on the feel of your home. Using Dulux Weathershield® will revitalise your home brickwork exterior and provide a lasting look designed for New Zealand conditions.
Prepare exterior surfaces
There are some key points to note when preparing to paint exterior areas. Using the correct technique and quality paints will result in a painting job that is faster, cheaper and easier to use than alternative methods.
How to paint a front door
When the sun comes out it's the perfect time to get your front door looking it's best before guests start knocking.
How to paint exterior windows
If your windows aren’t looking their best, they might need a little bit of TLC to stay protected against the weather elements.
