{"product_id":"frenchicalfrescodinkies-greyhound250ml","title":"Frenchic Al Fresco Dinkies - Greyhound 250ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; mso-hyphenate: auto; background: white; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; background: white;\"\u003eWhen only a pedigree will do, this deeper mid-grey is just the ticket. Strong and sleek with blue tinted undertones, Greyhound is sure to become a firm favourite for your makeovers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: black; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for updating your kitchen, bathroom, front door, garden furniture or just about anywhere! Weatherproof Al Fresco is a water based, eco-friendly chalk and mineral furniture paint with a low, almost flat finish. Requiring simple prep, it is self-priming, self-sealing and suitable for wood, laminate, UPVC\/composites and metal both indoors and out. Having minimal VOC content and UKCA and EN71-3 compliance, it is safe for use on children’s toys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; color: black; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeatherproof, suitable for interior and exterior use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChalk and mineral paint formulated for wooden furniture. Also suitable for laminate, powder coated radiators, UPVC, ceramic wall tiles (we recommend avoiding very wet areas like shower\/bath surrounds). Can be used for internal walls – in this case, thinning with up to 10% tap water is advised to ease application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso suitable for interior wood, concrete and most laminate floors with correct application – please note that maintenance may be required in these situations. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal VOC content with virtually no odour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUKCA and EN71-3 certified (safe for use on children’s toys) EN71-3:2019+A1:2021 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients: Chalk, Clay, Titanium Dioxide, Resin, Talcum, Preservative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-priming – no primer or undercoat required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish – flat, almost no sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-sealing - does not require a top coat for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-levelling - meaning little to no brush marks is achievable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMould and algae resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 750ml tin will provide a single coat of up to 12.5m\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e. For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon non-porous surfaces like laminate or metal. Limited Edition 500ml tins will provide a single coat of up to 8.\u003cspan\u003e5m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorous, 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 6m\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure surface is in suitable condition for painting and free from grease, wax or penetrating substances. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface 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! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake care on opening the tin lid – a Frenchic tin opener\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir thoroughly with a wide implement,\u003cspan\u003e such as a paint paddle\u003c\/span\u003e, prior to each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication, drying and curing (hardening)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC and 32\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC 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\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC. This means that certain times of the year are unsuitable for painting outside projects - as a general rule of thumb Summer is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior wooden surfaces in particular can retain moisture for up to 48 hours after rainfall or preparation. Ensure the items are thoroughly dry prior to painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor ferrous metal, treat rust, remove any loose or flaking coatings and sand smooth - in these circumstances, we recommend 2 coats of Frenchic Finishing Coat as a base for the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with a good quality brush or roller. \u003cspan\u003e Also suitable for spraying - thin with up to 15% tap water and apply additional coat(s).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo allow self-levelling, avoid overworking the paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow a minimum of 2 hours between coats (even if the paint feels touch dry).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuring (hardening) time is up to 3 weeks in normal conditions. Treat gently until curing is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor floors, to avoid damaging the finish, do not walk on the area for 4 hours after painting and then with socks for the next 7 days. Also, try to keep pet paw claws off as well during this period. Do not allow the surface to become wet for at least a week. Continue to treat with care for up to 3 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean up and storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not store where the tin could be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ee for choosing colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make every effort to match our online colour swatches to the paint but colours can vary depending on a number of factors, including screen settings. This means that we cannot guarantee the paint will exactly match what you see on screen. Please order a colour chart, small tin or sample sachet (where available) or visit us in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frenchic Furniture Paint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49525289124149,"sku":"5013296143042","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/1729\/0037\/files\/IMG_5413.webp?v=1755087632","url":"https:\/\/creationsstoreuk.com\/products\/frenchicalfrescodinkies-greyhound250ml","provider":"Creations Store UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}