'Endurance paint' is it worth it?

Newbie2saving

Hi,

A friend recommended endurance paint for hall and stairway with having a little one. Is it worth the extra money? Anyone used this type of paint before?

Love to hear if it is worth the money as I am prepared to pay for it if it will stay whiter or clean up easier.

societys_child

Just had to google it . . made by Dulux, so, might do what it says on the tin but not heard of it before.

ginvzt

If I remember correctly, it is a 'tougher' paint, that has a little bit of sheen and can be wiped clean without paint coming off.

I think we have it in our kitchen.

mvteng

We've got 2 kids 5 & 8, so decided to try it out. Our colours light grey. I would say it definitely wipes clean better than standard paint, but its not perfect & it still has marks that don't wipe out.

Its good, but don't think its going to be spotlessly clean forever.

Newbie2saving

Thanks, yes it is a 'tougher' paint which is supposed to live up to a bit more abuse in terms of knocks and scrapes. Also there is a 'diamond' paint on the market. In theory sounds good, but just wanted to know if it is any better for the cost as it sounds ideal for high traffic environments like the stairs and hallway.

ronaldmacdonald

Tis good stuff, you can WIPE it clean easiily. Do not expect to SCRUB the [EMAIL="!!!!"]!!!![/EMAIL] out of it though because it will come off but is miles more resiliant than normal water based emulsions.

Remember its wipe proof not scrub proof.

misgrace

Hi, yes its worth it, I use it and if a client asks me about it then I definately recommend it, it actually does do what it says on the tin, it removes the mark and there is no paint residue on your cloth, also it does not leave that dull mark behind.
I threw some coffee I had left in my cup onto the wall to show the client how good it was when I wiped it off.
If you get a mark then wipe it off straight away if you can with a slightly damp cloth, no need to scrub at it.
I did a job last year for a client using this paint, and going back next week to do some more work and she insists she wants the endurance as she is so happy with it.

If your buying the retail one from the DIY stores, the I would advise you to slightly water it down, as it has like a slimy draggy feel to it, plus you will get a far better smoother finish is you add a little water to the paint.

Newbie2saving

misgrace wrote: »

Hi, yes its worth it, I use it and if a client asks me about it then I definately recommend it, it actually does do what it says on the tin, it removes the mark and there is no paint residue on your cloth, also it does not leave that dull mark behind.
I threw some coffee I had left in my cup onto the wall to show the client how good it was when I wiped it off.
If you get a mark then wipe it off straight away if you can with a slightly damp cloth, no need to scrub at it.
I did a job last year for a client using this paint, and going back next week to do some more work and she insists she wants the endurance as she is so happy with it.

If your buying the retail one from the DIY stores, the I would advise you to slightly water it down, as it has like a slimy draggy feel to it, plus you will get a far better smoother finish is you add a little water to the paint.

Brilliant, thanks for the tip as well. As a complete novice, when you say a bit, what do you suggest? Thanks again.

misgrace

Newbie2saving wrote: »

Brilliant, thanks for the tip as well. As a complete novice, when you say a bit, what do you suggest? Thanks again.

People naturally assume you just pour the paint in a tray or paint kettle and off you go, but the good paint is far too thick, and being a novice like you say you will be much slower.
So what happens is that you are cuttin-in (brushing top, bottom and sides with the paint brush) the paint from the can is too thick so of course the paint is dragging, gloopy, then you roll and if too thick can look all clumpy and patchy,plus you will be labouring tring to get the paint on the wall, so its best you add some water, I do it all the time in my jobs, and you dont lose any of the depth of the colour.

If you transfer say a third of the paint into a bucket, there is no point in me saying add 10% 20% water, its easier for you if I say add a coffee mug full of water, pour it into the third of the paint a bit at a time and keept stirring it in, if it still looks very thick then add a tiny bit more, this is only to give you a guide.
Sometimes after you have added the water and start your painting, a while later the paint can slightly thicken up again if that makes sense, therefore if that happens, again just add a little water.

If you need to ask any more questions give me a pm and I will help you as best as I can

Newbie2saving

misgrace wrote: »

People naturally assume you just pour the paint in a tray or paint kettle and off you go, but the good paint is far too thick, and being a novice like you say you will be much slower.
So what happens is that you are cuttin-in (brushing top, bottom and sides with the paint brush) the paint from the can is too thick so of course the paint is dragging, gloopy, then you roll and if too thick can look all clumpy and patchy,plus you will be labouring tring to get the paint on the wall, so its best you add some water, I do it all the time in my jobs, and you dont lose any of the depth of the colour.

If you transfer say a third of the paint into a bucket, there is no point in me saying add 10% 20% water, its easier for you if I say add a coffee mug full of water, pour it into the third of the paint a bit at a time and keept stirring it in, if it still looks very thick then add a tiny bit more, this is only to give you a guide.
Sometimes after you have added the water and start your painting, a while later the paint can slightly thicken up again if that makes sense, therefore if that happens, again just add a little water.

If you need to ask any more questions give me a pm and I will help you as best as I can

Perfect! Thanks for taking the time to respond and for the advice, clear to understand. I will give it a go once I move in.

Sarahdol75

We were recommended this paint for our stairs and hallway, as it is supposed to be wipeable, we didnt find it very good and spent a fortune on it, you can see where you wipe as it leaves a mark, it does get marks off the walls, but has left wipe marks on walls, you can't see them unless the sun is shining through the front door, but I know they are there.