This particular additive comes in a 100ml bottle which is enough to mix with around 5L of paint. And speaking of mixing with paint, you can use this stuff with anything including emulsions, vinyl and if you’re brave enough, silk (sorry silk, but you’re terrible to work with). This of course means you have the freedom to choose your own paint and colour and still get mould resistance. When it comes to overall quality and value for money, anti mould paints don’t get much better than Ronseal. Whist each damp seal paint claims to provide the same comprehensive coverage and act as a durable barrier against moisture, not all damp seal paints are equal! Adheres to Various Surfaces: Whether it’s old silk-painted ceilings or flaking bathroom paint, Perma White seems to go over almost anything.

As well as preventing the spread of damp, waterproof paints have a range of benefits for application and performance that you should look out for when purchasing a paint. These include: Look out for discoloured or stained areas forming – particular hot spots include chimney breasts and the corners of the room. Windows The Easy Care Bathroom paint is an incredibly tough and durable soft sheen emulsion that has the ability to exceptionally resist moisture and steam. It’s for this reason, when painting bathrooms we always recommend using this particular product. Damp seal paint generally contains a strong water-reactive component designed to combat moisture. This durable paint works well in buildings prone to damp problems but just slapping it onto your walls and ceilings won’t be enough to solve all damp issues.Honestly, it’s the only product I’d trust in such conditions, and many decorators I know say the same thing. Rising damp is more than just a touch of mildew or mould, it’s indicative of an underlying condition that will reoccur unless moisture is prevented from rising and entering the walls. Surfaces must be clean, sound and free of dirt, dust, grease, wax, wallcovering adhesive, soap film, loose paint or other surface contamination. Whilst the majority of paints on this list are perfect for the average DIYer due to their ease of application and value for money, sometimes there’s nothing quite like using the best product that’s trusted by professionals. Unfortunately, you can’t just paint over damp or mould in the hope it will disappear. Even if you use waterproof paint, it can still seep through over time. Depending on how bad the problem is, you may be able to remove the mould by cleaning the area without repainting.

To ensure fair pricing, we split colours into ‘Price Bands’ to group together similar priced colours. If you wish to search for the cheapest tinted colours, always select Price Band 1. There’s been some debate as to the effectiveness of damp seal paint, so let’s try and clarify. In a nutshell, damp seal paint does work when it’s used in the correct way and for the correct purpose.Zinsser Perma-White Semi-Gloss Paint – The Zinsser Perma White Semi-Gloss paint is only available in Perma-White Exterior. However, due to improvements, this product can now be used both internally and externally. Due to its durability and wear and tear resistance, this semi-gloss finish is ideal for those surfaces that are subject to heavy wear and tear. We recommend using Perma-White Semi-Gloss Paint for trim, cabinets, doors or baseboards. It is also ideal for commercial use in hotels, nursing homes, school and hospitals. Watery Consistency: The thin, watery consistency can lead to a more labour-intensive application, including a tendency to run in corners.

Once dried the paint film is classed as a treated article and contains the surface biocide 4,5-dichloro-2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one 0.0743% by weight. LESS

Avoid cheap retail exterior wood paint that will lose its gloss within months and go with this quality, long-lasting waterproof paint. Dulux Trade Mouldshield Fungicidal Matt is designed for indoor walls and ceilings affected by mould or damp. This durable, water-based paint contains antifungal chemicals to keep mould at bay, providing high-quality, long-lasting results.