Frequently Asked Questions

As a rule of thumb, one litre of interior emulsion covers roughly 120-140 sq. ft. for a single coat on a smooth, previously painted wall. For a fresh or porous surface, coverage drops closer to 100 sq. ft./litre because the wall absorbs more paint on the first coat.

To estimate quantity: measure the total wall area (length x height of each wall, minus doors and windows), divide by the coverage rate, then multiply by the number of coats (two coats is standard for a uniform, long-lasting finish). Our in-store team and site consultants can also do this calculation for you for free.

Most interior emulsions are touch-dry in 30-60 minutes and ready for a second coat within 2-4 hours, depending on humidity and ventilation. However, 'dry' and 'cured' are different things - full curing, when the paint film reaches its final hardness and washability, typically takes 7-14 days. Avoid scrubbing walls or hanging heavy frames during this curing window.

Yes, in almost all cases. Primer seals the surface, evens out porosity, blocks stains and alkalinity from fresh plaster, and helps the topcoat colour develop true and consistent. Skipping primer on new plaster or a drastic colour change usually means patchy coverage and needing an extra coat of the finish paint, which costs more in the long run than the primer itself.

Matte and low-sheen finishes suit living rooms and bedrooms because they hide minor surface imperfections. Kitchens, bathrooms, and children's rooms do better with a satin or semi-gloss finish, since these are easier to wipe clean and more resistant to moisture and stains. Higher sheen levels reflect more light and read as a more premium finish, but also show surface flaws more readily.

Our premium interior emulsion ranges are formulated to be scrub- and stain-resistant, so everyday marks - crayon, food splashes, fingerprints - can be wiped away with a damp cloth without dulling the sheen or lifting colour. Entry-level economy ranges prioritise cost and are washable to a lesser degree, so we'd recommend a scrubbable range for high-traffic rooms.

The differences that matter most when comparing paint brands are: pigment quality (affects colour depth and fade resistance), binder quality (affects washability and film strength), and coverage efficiency (how far a litre actually goes on the wall). Our interior ranges are formulated for higher solid content and finer pigment dispersion, which is why customers typically need fewer coats and see less colour fading over time compared with budget alternatives. We'd always encourage comparing a physical sample swatch and a shade card side by side before deciding.