Frenchic Al Fresco Dinkies - Smudge 250ml

A versatile chalk and mineral paint range designed to transform furniture, woodwork, and a variety of household surfaces.

The Al Fresco range is a durable, waterproof paint suitable for both interior and exterior use. It can be applied to furniture, woodwork, laminate, powder-coated radiators, UPVC, ceramic wall tiles (we recommend avoiding very wet areas such as shower or bath surrounds), kitchen cupboards, front doors, interior wood, and concrete.

The Lazy range is designed for interior use and adheres beautifully to wood, UPVC, laminate, and composite surfaces. It is water-resistant, making it suitable for kitchen cupboards and other areas where occasional splashes may occur.

This easy-to-use formula offers excellent coverage and a smooth, durable finish for refreshing furniture and home décor.

❤️ Suitable for interior and exterior use (Al Fresco ONLY)
❤️ Waterproof (Al Fresco ONLY)
❤️ Matte Finish
❤️ Self-priming and Self-Sealing - no primer or top coat required.
❤️ Hard Wearing and Fade Resistant
❤️ Water Based
❤️ Self-levelling - meaning little to no brush marks is achievable.

Ideal for transforming:

❤️ Furniture
❤️ Kitchen Cupboards
❤️ Skirting Boards
❤️ Doors
❤️ Radiators (Al Fresco ONLY)
❤️ Interior Woodwork
❤️ Garden Furniture (Al Fresco ONLY)

The Technical Information:

❤️ Water-based paint
❤️ Minimal VOC content
❤️ EN71-3 Certified – Safe for use on children’s toys
❤️ Virtually odourless
❤️ Easy clean-up with water
❤️ Contains Chalk, Clay, Titanium Dioxide, Resin, Talcum, Preservative (Al Fresco)
❤️ Chalk, Clay, Titanium Dioxide, Resin, Talcum, Preservative, Wax (Lazy Range)

❤️ Coverage: A 750ml tin will provide a single coat of up to 12.5m². For a durable finish, a minimum of two coats is required. This means a 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m² on non-porous surfaces. A 250ml tin will cover up to 2m² for two coats. A Limited Edition 500ml tin will cover up to to 8m² per coat.

❤️ Application Thickness: Applying the paint too thinly may affect the durability of the finish.

❤️ Porous Surfaces: Porous or ‘thirsty’ surfaces such as bare wood or MDF tend to absorb more paint, meaning additional coats are likely to be required to achieve a durable finish. In these cases, a 750ml tin may provide less than 6m²of full coverage. Applying paint too thinly on these surfaces may also reduce durability

Preparation:

❤️ Clean surfaces thoroughly before painting
❤️ Remove grease, dirt or wax
❤️ Sand the surface
❤️ Ensure the surface is dry before application

• Ensure surface is in suitable condition for
  painting and free from grease, wax or penetrating substances. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint.
• Fill any holes/imperfections with a suitable filler
• Remove any rust and apply a suitable metal primer - also apply primer to bare ferrous (iron based) metal
• Recommended surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface and/or to smooth any protrusions after filling.
• Wipe off any dust.
• To promote a smooth finish, treat porous surfaces like bare MDF, with an application of 2 coats of Frenchic Finishing Coat prior to painting
• Exterior wooden surfaces can retain moisture for up to 48 hours after rainfall or preparation.
• Ensure the surfaces are thoroughly dry prior to painting
• Take care on opening the tin lid – a Frenchic tin opener is recommended
• Stir thoroughly with a wide implement, such as a Paint Paddle, prior to each use.

Application, drying and curing (hardening)

❤️ Stir paint well before use
❤️ Apply using a good quality Frenchic brush or roller
❤️ Allow sufficient drying time between coats
❤️ Apply at least two coats for best durability 

• Apply with a good quality brush or roller.  Also suitable for spraying – thin with up to 15% tap water and apply additional coat(s) - such as Frenchic Brushes
• To allow self-levelling, avoid overworking the paint
• Also suitable for spraying - thinning may be required with tap water up to 15%, apply additional coat(s)
• Avoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10ºc and 32ºc 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 10ºc.
• Exterior wooden surfaces can retain moisture for up to 48 hours after rainfall or preparation. Ensure the items are thoroughly dry prior to painting.
• Allow a minimum of 2 hours between coats (even if the paint feels touch dry).
• Curing (hardening) time is up to 2-3 weeks in normal conditions. Treat gently until curing is complete.
• For 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.
• Painted floors may require maintenance.

Clean up and storage

❤️ Reseal tin after use.
❤️ Clean up any spills immediately with water.
❤️ Wash brushes in warm, soapy water.
❤️ Store Paint where the tin won’t be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures.
❤️ Clean Tin Topper and dry thoroughly

Recommended Accessories

❤️ Sugar Soap
❤️ Paint Brushes
❤️ Paint Paddle
❤️ Top Coats & Waves
❤️ Frenchic Tin Opener
❤️ Frenchic Tin Topper

Advice for choosing colours

We make every effort to match our online colour swatches to the paint, but colours can vary depending on several 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, peel and stick sample or visit us in store.