![]() Put simply - you can’t argue with science ! That’s why I was wondering if your expecting too much performance from any paint you go with so hence, post some pics of wallĪgain, there’s ‘wall smoothers’, no further info on these from me, Astra and Wayners will be able to enlighten you further - they’re Top ProsĪs my previous post said, mat paints or some called dead flat are much better at hiding imperfectionsĪ sheen reflects light and highlights these areas May look a bit better when wet but as it dries, paint shrinks back a little as the water evaporates, leaving the imperfections still there to see, along with a textured finish You can’t beat thorough prep if you want a good finish, and using the best method for the job in handĬorrect materials and tips and tricks may all help but really, paint doesn’t perform miraclesĬan lash the paint on thick but then end up with a heavy texture, ‘orange peel’ it’s often referred to. ![]() I’m only diy me but when I decorate, I stick to the rule (maybe my rule) that paint doesn’t really disguise any rough areas, actually has the opposite effect often where it highlights these imperfectionsĪnd that goes for both emuslion type paints for walls and ceilings and woodwork paints. ![]() Click to expand.Wasn't actually asking what paint your using, more what’s the condition of the walls like - or the ‘imperfections in plastering’ as you say ![]()
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