Q: What is AF's durability in extreme climates? A: Good! It has been thoroughly tested at extreme temperatures both hot and cold. Q: Can AF paint masonry? A: Yes! Q: Can AF be painted onto wooden furniture and fencing having been treated with woodstain or linseed type oils? A: Yes, providing it has 'weathered'. Paint directly onto the wood. Q: Can I paint my garage doors/UPVC front door and metal garden furniture? A: Yes! If it is already painted, give it a clean with sugar soap, and a quick sand to rid of debris and to key and then paint away. If you have bare or new unpainted metal, then use a quick coat of Finishing Coat to prime. ...
You do not NEED to apply Finishing Coat to either of these ranges, but if you would prefer a satin sheen then you can do so.
The only principle is to ensure that the paint is dry!
You can add Finishing Coat to Al Fresco and Lazy Range as soon as it is dry - ie 2hrs - you don't need to wait until it's initial cure (48hrs), or it's full cure (2/3wks).
Al Fresco range is a tougher finish than Finishing Coat. You will not gain a level of resistance by putting Finishing Coat over the top. It will only provide a sheen.
From reloving tired old kitchens, upcycling that old ‘orange pine special’ or giving a fresh look whilst protecting the garden furniture, with Frenchic, quality transformations have not only become possible but are being achieved every day. With 5 ranges of paint available, all with EU certification for child safety, no odour and no nasties onboard; Original – where it all started, a superior chalk paint that took the market by storm. Lazy Range – the next chapter, a chalk paint with a wax infusion, a truly paint and go solution. Al Fresco – The paint that was intended for garden furniture but has become a firm favourite for revamping PVC windows and doors as well as kitchen and other...
Chalk paint is all the rage right now – and for good reason. It requires little to no prep, distresses beautifully and is incredibly easy to use. Perhaps you have an old chest of drawers you want to revamp or some shutters that are longing for a new pop of colour. Either way, chalk paint makes for a great distressed and shabby chic look or a smooth and seamless finish – whatever your preference. To help you get started, take a look at our easy guide on what you need to know about applying chalk paint. Why Should I Use Chalk Paint On Furniture? Chalk paint is low prep, non-toxic, easy to clean up and works well in creating rustic,...
We have seen many successes with people painting different surfaces such as leather and with recent articles both in The Sun and The Daily Mirror about people successfully painting their leather sofas, we wish to clarify the following: Please remember that Frenchic Paint is formulated and marketed for wood type furniture and has to date not been tested on leather. Although we know customers use our paint on all kinds of surfaces with great success, we are not always able to offer definitive advice and are not able to guarantee the outcome. There have been many success stories when painting leather with Frenchic but also a few not so successful - these are the things we suggest you take into...
