Overview

Armstead Trade Durable Matt - Tinted Colour Match is a professional-quality, tough interior paint that delivers a smooth, hardwearing matt finish. Available in a wide range of colours, it allows for custom colour matching to suit any interior design.

Ideal for all normal interior wall surfaces, this tinted durable matt paint is perfect for high-traffic areas such as hallways, kitchens, and living spaces where durability and washability are essential.

Hardwearing, scrubbable matt finish for long-lasting performance
Wide selection of tinted colours
Excellent coverage for fewer coats and consistent results
Ideal for high-traffic interior areas prone to marks and scuffs
Smooth application for a professional, uniform finish

Armstead Trade Durable Matt - Tinted Colour Match combines durability, washability, and a classic matt finish with vibrant colour options to enhance any interior space.

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Armstead Trade tinting machine. We mix the paint on site, which means we can offer our usual fast delivery with no extra delay. Tinted Colour Match paints can't be cancelled or returned as they are tinted to order.

Area	Interior
Recommended Use	Walls and ceilings. Ideal for high-traffic areas such as hallways, kitchens, offices, and living spaces
Base	Water based
Coverage	Up to 14m² per litre
Drying Time	1-2 hours
Re-Coat Time	2-4 hours
Recommended Coats	1-2 coats
Application Method	Brush, Roller or Airless Sprayer
VOC Levels	Low
Clean Up	Remove as much product as possible from equipment and clean with water.

Preparation

Proper surface preparation ensures maximum adhesion, durability, and a smooth finish.

Surfaces must be sound, clean, and dry, free from defective or poorly adhering material, dirt, grease, and salts.
New plaster and masonry must be fully dry before priming or painting.
Lead Paint Warning: Take special precautions when preparing older paint surfaces, especially on wood or metal coated before the 1990s, as they may contain lead. Use appropriate protective equipment and safety procedures when sanding or stripping.

Correct preparation will help achieve a tough, scrubbable, and long-lasting matt finish suitable for high-traffic interior walls.

Application

Always follow the manufacturers instructions found on the tin, it is recommended that a small test area is applied before painting the entire surface to ensure compatibility.

As with all water-based paints, do not apply in temperatures below 8°C, in accordance with British Standard BS 6150.
Apply evenly with brush, roller, or airless spray.
Stir paint thoroughly before use.
Sealing new or bare surfaces: Add up to 1 part clean water to 10 parts paint.
Normal use: Thinning is usually not required.
Airless Spray Application: Thinning is not required, but the paint can be thinned up to 10% (1 part water to 10 parts paint) if needed.
Recommended settings for best results: 517 Low Pressure tip @ 1300-1700 psi (89-117 bar). Alternatively, 517 tip @ 2000-2300 psi (138-158 bar). Adjust settings based on equipment type, substrate, and site conditions.
Drying Times (Single Coat, Standard Thickness): Touch dry: 1-2 hours*. Recoat: 2-4 hours*
The normal finishing process is 2 full coats of Armstead Trade Durable Matt, but on previously painted surfaces in good condition, where similar colours are used, 1 coat may be sufficient.

Ensure good ventilation and allow full drying between coats for a durable, hardwearing finish.

*Dependent on temperature and humidity.