Substrates and Surfaces - Interior
Our metallic paints are a great way to add a touch of glamour to your home.
Formulated to resist moisture, staining and general wear and tear, our <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/products/home-interior/bathroom" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Luja</a> range has a tough finish. It is a superb paint for bathroom walls, especially...
We have two different paint finishes for flooring. Our oil-based Floor Paint, <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/betolux.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Betolux</a>, has an attractive and extremely tough gloss finish. <a href="https://www.tikkurila...
Wash down with Tikkurila roof cleaning agent. Alloys often have a covering of oil from manufacturing which needs to be removed. Even after exposure to the elements, the oils can persist. It is essential to remove these oils to ensure primers and topcoats...
Aluminium is tricky to paint due to adhesion but if correct preparation is undertaken a solid and durable paint film can be achieved Wash down with <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/roof-cleaning-agent-panssaripesu.html" target="...
Ash is a light hardwood used extensively in joinery and furniture manufacturing Clean down as required using <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/cleaning-agent-maalipesu.html">Tikkurila Cleaning agent</a> or similar to remove any grease...
Basements can be technically very challenging to paint as multiple factors can impact the system. Please call our technical team on 0131 334 4999 to discuss your project or e-mail <a href="mailto:enquiries@valtti.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">...
Painting bathroom walls and ensuring a long-lasting, stain-free finish is simple and effective however proper preparation, application, and curing is essential. There are two main paint options available to Tikkurila customers wishing to refresh bathroom...
Painting is a great way to touch things up and bring new life to objects. But when it comes to painting brass objects, such as lights, fixtures, and hardware, things get a little more difficult. It is possible to paint brass, however, and the trick is...
Painting brick inside your home is a relatively quick and simple process, the most important step is ensuring the surface is primed and sealed before topcoats are applied. Brush down all brick to be painted remove any dust, dirt salts ensure...
Beech is a versatile cost-effective and widely used hardwood in construction. Painting this timber is a simple process providing it is well seasoned to prevent movement after painting and stain blocking is undertaken. Because beech is a hardwood...
The main issue encountered with ceilings is flashing and shaping, visible lines when the different layers of paint overlap. Using a matt product assists the applicator when painting ceilings. Wash down clean as required<strong> </strong...
Brush down/Dust off. Ensure surface is clean and stable prior to application of paint system. Prime with one coat of <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/optiva-primer.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Optiva Primer</a> Topcoat x 2 with <a href...
Most ceramic tiles can be painted, as long as it's not frequently subjected to water or heavy wear. For instance, you can paint tiles on a bathroom wall, but avoid painting tiles that line a bathtub, shower, or that are on the floor or a countertop. ...
Chipboard is easy to paint and cost effective. There are two options open to customers wishing to coat these materials. If a fire classification is required please contact one of our <a href="mailto:enquiries@valtti.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener...
Brush down/Dust off. Ensure surface is clean and stable prior to application of paint system. Prime with one coat of <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/optiva-primer.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Optiva Primer</a> Topcoat x 2 with <a href...
Aggregate concrete blocks are a durable and economic solution for partitions and internal walls in all types of buildings. Block partitions are robust, easily erected and compare favourably in cost terms with other types of partition construction. To...
Composite doors are made from a wide range of materials including PVC, wood, insulating foam and glass reinforced plastic Prime with <a href="https://www.tikkurila.co.uk/otex-akva.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Otex Akva</a> Topcoat can...
Unfortunately, cork floors are too flexible so they can't be painted. (Some cork floors can be oiled but must be checked with the manufacturer first)
Copper piping is made of copper tubing that channels running water to faucets or drains away waste water. In either case, as long as the copper plumbing has been properly prepared and the correct paint is used, you can paint copper plumbing successfully...