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Mould resistant paint

slhqoue
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Hi,
We've recently had our spare attic room plastered and plasterboarded in places. It previously did get spots of black and white mould at times. We're therefore considering using a mould resistant paint rather than what we regularly use.
Normally we use Johnstone's Covaplus Vinyl Matt but instead we're thinking of using Acrylic Durable Matt - would that be a good choice?
Thanks
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The best thing to do would be to sort out the cause of the mould not paint over it.
It's usually down to lack of ventilation.
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If you want an anti mould paint, the Zinsser perma white is the best. You can get it in matte or silk options, and it can be tinted if you want a colour.
https://www.wickes.co.uk/Zinsser-Perma-White-Matt-Mould-Paint---2-5L/p/252132
But, I would look to try physical solutions to eliminate mould, like improved ventilation, heating etc.1 -
9 years ago I once resolved a similar problem with two coats of gloss paint and then ordinary emulsion with lasting effect to this day.
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Zinsser, 100%. Check their website for what they offer, as above though Perma White is probably the best shout.0
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