How long to wait after applying Dulux Renovation range?

[ritcho]

Hi, 

I did 4 coats of “Dulux renovation range tiles and bench top paint” . At least 8 hours of wait between each coat. 

It looks fantastic, but I am still not sure whether my kitchen can be back to full use. Heard that needs at least 7 days. Afraid chips or cracks when placing plates , cups etc on bench top . 

it is fry of coz, but not sure if longer wait better for the paint to further settle and harder.  

 

thanks 

[EricL]

Hello @ritcho

Thank you very much for sharing your question about how long should you wait before using your benchtop after painting it.

In order to avoid any chips or damages to the new coating, I suggest waiting out the full seven days, in fact, I would suggest waiting longer if you've had several rainy days. The Dulux Renovation Range might be dry at the top but under that dry coat, it is still soft. What you're after is seven days of full sun, this will dry out the product and give you maximum hardness and adhesion.

I know you're keen to use your benchtop, but a few more days of waiting will reward you with a good strong finish. Would it be possible for you to post a photo of your repainted kitchen benchtop? I'm sure our members would be keen to see what it looks like after the makeover.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[ritcho]

Thanks Eric. 

the weather is not completely warm yet. Will wait for at least 7 days then.

The kitchen is much brighter with white benchtop. Hopefully it will turn out to be good strong finish. 

 

 

[MitchellMc]

That looks amazing @ritcho! Great work.

If you are looking for a hard-wearing surface, remember we have the Dulux 1L Renovation Range Clear Coat Gloss. It adds a final layer of protection, providing a durable, washable, chip and stain-resistant finish to your benchtop paint. It also protects from everyday scuffs and markings, so your surface looks great for longer.

Mitchell

[sfairley]

Hi Mitchell,

Apologies for hijacking this post but I am just about to paint my kitchen and have a question. Do you need to wait the 7 days before applying the Clear Coat, and then wait a further 7 days before full usage?

Cheers

Sally

[EricL]

Hello @sfairley

It's perfectly alright to ask questions about the Dulux Renovation Range. The required wait time is 8 hours between the final colour coat and the application of the clear coat. I suggest then waiting for the full 7-day drying time of the clear coat so that it cures to its maximum strength before using the bench.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[Chris73]

Hi Eric. 

I've just painted over my colour with the clear coat the 8 hours reminded to next coat.  If what your saying is correct why doesn't it say it on the product or anywhere on the dulux site on how to apply to NOT use the clear coat before the 7 days?  Or is this just your opinion? 

[JacobZ]

Hi @Chris73,

Thank you for your question and welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is wonderful to have you with us.

I believe Eric was erring on the side of caution but there's no need for concern, applying your clear coat after 8 hours is perfectly fine. 

You should then allow the clear coat to cure for 7 days before returning to full use.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

[MitchellMc]

Hi @Chris73,

I just wanted to follow up and confirm that the clear should be applied 8 hours after your last painted colour coat. There is no need to wait seven days. 

After speaking with Dulux technical, provided 8 hours are allowed between the coats, whether it's two or four, only 8 hours is required between the final colour coat and the clear.

I'll update the previous response to reflect that.

Sorry for the confusion.

Mitchell