Smudge Trim Paint

Cool, charcoal grey with just a hint of blue in certain lights.

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Smudge Trim Paint
Smudge Trim Paint
Smudge Trim Paint
Sale price£16.50
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Chalk and mineral paint for interior woodwork and more.

  • Soft-satin finish
  • Self-priming and self-sealing
  • Robust, scuff resistant finish
  • Matching Chalk Wall Paint available
  • Available in 159 colours
Colour
159 colours available
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Beige

Beige

Black

Black

Blue

Blue

Brown

Brown

Cream

Cream

Duck Egg

Duck Egg

Green

Green

Greige

Greige

Grey

Grey

Orange

Orange

Pink

Pink

Purple

Purple

Red

Red

Teal

Teal

White

White

Yellow

Yellow

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Al Fresco Trim Paint Chalk Wall Paint

Frenchic Paint Range Guide

Chalk Wall Paint
Chalk Wall Paint
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Trim Paint
Trim Paint
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Al Fresco
Al Fresco
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Lazy Range
Lazy Range
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Original Artisan
Original Artisan
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Finish
Ultra Matte
Satin
Matte
Matte Low sheen
Traditional Chalk
Sealing
Self-sealing
Self-sealing
Self-sealing
Self-sealing
Sealant Required
Sheen %
5% sheen
35% sheen
10% sheen
15% sheen
Dependent on Top Coat
Tin Sizes
2.5L,
Sample
500ML
750ML, 250ML
750ML,
250ML
750ML,
250ML
Application
Interior
Interior
Interior / Exterior
Interior
Interior
Colours Available
159 colours
159 colours
26 colours
18 colours
16 colours
Popular Projects
Interior Walls, Ceilings, Radiators, Wooden Floors, Kids Rooms, Interior Doors & Trims, Panelling
Interior Woodwork, Interior Doors & Trims, Panelling, Kitchen Cabinets, Indoor Furniture, Kids Furniture, Radiators
Exterior & Garden Furniture, Front Doors, Kitchen Cabinets, Kids & Indoor Furniture, Interior Woodwork, Radiators, Wooden Floors
Indoor Furniture, Kids Furniture, Cupboards, Drawers & Wardrobes, Kitchen Cabinets, Interior Woodwork
Indoor Decorative Projects, Vintage / Rustic Feel, Distressed / Aged Look, Scandi / French Style, Shabby Chic, Mirrors & Frames, Indoor Furniture
Good to Know
Scrubbable
High scuff resistance
Only exterior paint range, Weatherproof
Wax infusion
Needs sealant, Ideal for decorative/textured finishes
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EN71-3 certified – child safe

EN71-3 certified – child safe

Scuff Resistant Finish

Scuff Resistant Finish

Self-sealing and Self-priming

Self-sealing and Self-priming

Try Our Peel & Stick Paint Sample

Smudge - Peel & Stick Paint Sample

Smudge - Peel & Stick Paint Sample

£2.00

Description

Smudge carries its drama quietly. The blue undertone gives the charcoal a sense of movement, shifting from smoky grey in daylight to something much deeper after dark. It frames pale colours beautifully and makes a room feel cosy and full of character.

Chalk and mineral paint for interior woodwork, furniture and more.

  • Soft-satin sheen
  • Simple prep
  • Self-priming - no primer required
  • Self-sealing - no top coat required
  • Robust, scuff resistant finish
  • Water-based, low VOCs and low odour

Suitable for

Recommended for interior wood work, trims, skirting, doors. Also suitable for powder coated radiators, metal, all sorts of furniture including kitchen cupboards and built-in furniture, both wood and laminate.

The Technical Stuff

  • Safe for use on children's toys - EN71-3 certified
  • Contains: Chalk, Clay, Titanium Dioxide, Resin, Talcum, Preservative

Coverage

A 500ml tin will cover up to 7m² with a single coat. We recommend two coats for a more durable finish, so you can expect to cover approx. 3.5m².

Coverage

Coverage

  • A 500ml tin will provide a coat of up to 7m². For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 500ml tin should provide full coverage for 3.5m² on non-porous surfaces
  • Thinner application may affect durability
  • Porous surfaces will affect the rate of coverage and require additional coats
  • Always ensure you have enough paint for your whole project. When more than 1 tin of the same colour is needed, it is good practice to ensure batch numbers are identical or to intermix batches prior to commencing painting

How to use

Preparation

  • Ensure surfaces are in suitable condition for painting and clean, dry, free from wax, grease or penetrating substances and in sound condition. 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 in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse, dry, hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface and/or to smooth any protrusions after filling. Wipe off any dust
  • You can watch our video on how to prepare surfaces for painting here.
  • Ensure the surfaces are thoroughly dry prior to painting
  • To promote a smooth finish, treat porous surfaces like bare MDF, with an application of 2 coats of Frenchic Finishing Coat 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)

  • Apply with a good quality brush or roller
  • 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)
  • Allow a minimum of 4 hours between coats (even if the paint feels touch dry)
  • Curing time is up to 2-3 weeks in normal conditions. Treat the newly painted surface with care until then

Clean up and storage

  • Reseal tin after use
  • Clean up any spills immediately with water
  • Wash brushes/rollers in warm, soapy water
  • Do not store where the tin could be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures

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