Wash&Wear® Low Sheen
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About Wash&Wear® Low Sheen
Dulux Wash&Wear® Low Sheen is ideal for all interior walls including high traffic areas such as hallways and family rooms and where minimal light reflection is desired. Wash&Wear® 101 Barrier Technology® creates a hard-wearing finish that allows you to wipe away most common marks, scuffs and stains with a wet cloth so your walls will look freshly painted for years.
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At a glance
- Hard wearing finish that lasts
- Looks freshly painted for years
- Exceptional washability
- Can be machine-tinted to a wide range of colours
- Low odour and low VOC
- 101 Barrier Technology®
- Available in Vivid White, Deep, Ultra Deep, Extra Bright, Blue, Bold Yellow, Deep Blue, Deep Magenta, Magenta, Orange, and True Red bases
Areas to use
Performance guide
Dulux Wash&Wear Low Sheen is highly recommended for all walls, especially in medium and high traffic areas such as hallways and family rooms.
Surfaces
• Plasterboard
• Waterproof plasterboard
• Brick
• Cement sheet
• Set plaster
• Fibrous plaster
• Plasterglass
• Timber
• Galvanised steel
• MDF
• Concrete
• Masonry
• Steel (mild) and non-ferrous metals
Previously Painted Surfaces
Surface must be clean, dry and free from dust, oils and grease.
For Cracks or holes with filler:
• Spot prime repairs with Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Glossy surfaces:
• Lightly sand to a dull finish.
Unpainted Surfaces
Unpainted plasterboard, brick, cement sheet, bare timber:
• One coat of Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat.
Set plaster, fibrous plaster, plasterglass:
• One coat of Dulux PRECISION® Sealer Binder.
Brush, roller
1. Stir paint thoroughly with a flat paddle using an up-and-down scooping action.
2. Cut-in around the edges with a brush, then roll up to the border whilst it is still wet.
3. Apply two coats ensuring that the first coat is completely dry before applying the second.
Unused paint
Do not pour leftover paint down the drain.
Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper and allowed to dry, and then disposed of via domestic waste collections.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit painttakeback.co.nz or paintback.com.au.
Empty paint containers
Leave empty paint containers open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle the container via steel can recycling programs.
Disposal of empty paint containers via domestic recycling programs may differ between local authorities. Check with your local council first.
Do not reuse container unless thoroughly decontaminated.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit paintback.com.au or painttakeback.co.nz
Frequently asked questions
Dulux Wash&Wear Low Sheen is best suited to interior walls, especially in medium and high traffic areas such as hallways and family rooms. It combines superior washability and stain resistance with a finish that keeps light reflection lower than glossier options. For more help, see How to choose a sheen level. For ideas, explore Living room project.
Yes, Dulux Wash&Wear Low Sheen is designed to be easy to keep clean. Its 101 Barrier Technology helps create a hard-wearing finish so most common marks, scuffs and stains can be wiped away with a wet cloth without constantly refreshing the whole wall. For more help, see How to care for Dulux paint. For ideas, explore Living room project.
Dulux Wash&Wear Low Sheen is touch dry in 30 minutes and ready for recoating after 2 hours under normal conditions. For the best finish, the first coat should be completely dry before the second coat is applied. For more help, see How to paint walls. For ideas, explore Living room project.
Primer is recommended for new surfaces, patched or repaired areas, stains or mould-affected surfaces, and when covering dark or strong colours. Dulux 1Step Prep Primer is a practical prep option before applying Wash&Wear Low Sheen. Previously painted glossy areas should also be sanded to a dull finish before topcoating. For more help, see Surface preparation. For ideas, explore Living room project.
Low sheen is often the better choice for high-traffic walls because it balances a softer look with stronger cleanability and durability. It is a good fit for interior walls, especially areas such as hallways and family rooms that need to stand up to regular use. For more help, see How to choose a sheen level. For ideas, explore Popular interior trends.
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