Overview

Caparol Indeko-plus is a water-based emulsion paint for interior walls and ceilings, known for its exceptional opacity. Its strong hiding power means many surfaces achieve full coverage with just a single coat, delivering an ultra-flat matt appearance while saving both time and money. The paint dries quickly, is low odour, and applies with ease, making it ideal to support efficient workflows in locations where interruptions must be kept to a minimum, such as hospitals, schools, offices, hotels and living spaces.

Indeko-plus pairs high performance with sustainability. The binder is made entirely from renewable resources, the product is manufactured climate-neutrally and is diffusion-capable, and the formulation contains no preservatives, solvents or plasticisers. The result is a professional finish that contributes to a healthier indoor environment and a lighter environmental footprint.

Extreme coverage - only 1 coat needed in most cases
Fast-drying & virtually odour-free for sensitive areas
20% faster application & 35% less material consumption - compared to regular entry level paint
Smooth application & Easy touch-up
Eco-friendly - free of preservatives, solvent & plasticisers
100% climate neutral production
Suitable for allergy sufferers
Tintable in 1 000+ colours

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Caparol 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 & Ceilings - ideal for sensitive environments or spaces that require minimal disruption Suitable for allergy sufferers
Base	Synthetic resin dispersion/emulsion
Coverage	8m² per litre per coat
Drying Time	Surface Dry: 4 - 6 hours Fully Cured: 3 days
Re-Coat Time	4 - 6 hours
Recommended Coats	As Required
Application Method	Brush, roller or airless sprayer
VOC Levels	Minimal
Clean Up	Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with water

Preparation

Ensure all substrates are sound, stable, dry, clean, and free from dust, grease, or other substances that could prevent good adhesion.

Renders

Solid, normally absorbent, even renders can be coated directly.
Slightly sanding or absorbent renders: prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund, CapaSol RapidGrund, or Sylitol RapidGrund 111.
Strongly sanding renders: prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Gypsum Plasters

Sand and remove dust.
Prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund, CapaSol RapidGrund, or Sylitol RapidGrund 111.

Gypsum Boards / Planks

Prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund.
For sanded filler areas or boards with water-soluble discoloring ingredients, use Caparol AquaSperrgrund.

Concrete

Remove release agents and chalking.
Prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund, RapidGrund, or Sylitol RapidGrund 111.

Sand-Lime Masonry

Brush off salt efflorescence.
Prime with CapaSol RapidGrund or Sylitol RapidGrund 111. For stronger absorption, use OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Load-Bearing Coatings

Recoat matt, slightly absorbent coatings directly.
Roughen glossy surfaces.

Non-Bearing Coatings

Remove unstable varnish, dispersion paints, or synthetic resin plaster coatings.
Prime porous or absorbent surfaces with OptiSilan TiefGrund.
Mechanically remove non-bearing mineral paint coatings, remove dust, then apply one priming coat of OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Glue-Bound Distemper

Wash existing distemper thoroughly, dry, then prime with Dupa-Putzfestiger or OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Wallpapers

Relief or embossed paper wallpapers can be coated directly; apply a trial coat where necessary.
Foamed wallpapers may cause stickiness or odour reactions when coated.
For removed wallpaper, wash off paste and residues, then apply one priming coat of OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Mould-Infested Surfaces

Remove mould by wet cleaning, wash with Capatox, and allow to dry thoroughly.
Follow local regulations for chemical use.
Use Malerit-W, Indeko-W, or Fungitex-W for additional protection.

Surfaces with Stains (Nicotine, Water, Soot, Grease)

Clean thoroughly, allow to dry, then apply a barrier priming coat with Caparol AquaSperrgrund Fein or Caparol-Filtergrund grob.

Wood & Wood-Based Materials

Apply one priming coat of Capacryl Holz-IsoGrund.
For factory-coated melamine boards, use Capacryl Haftprimer.
For higher visual standards, consider a decoupling layer with thin gypsum boards.

Old Lime Filler Techniques

Sand off sintered layers.
Negative wetting test: remove entire layer and rebuild substrate.
Positive wetting test: prime with OptiSilan TiefGrund.

Chips, Joints, and Defects

Fill recesses with Füllspachtel P.

Application

Indeko-plus can be applied using a paint brush, roller, or airless spray equipment.

Airless Application

Dilution: Maximum 5% with water
Spray Pressure: 150–180 bar
Spray Angle: 40°–50°
Nozzle Size: 0.019"–0.021"
Pistol Filter: approx. 0.31 mm

Internally Fed Roller Systems

Spray Pressure: 80–120 bar
Pistol Filter: approx. 0.31 mm

White Coat: Apply a rich, even coat of Indeko-plus, undiluted or diluted with up to 5% water. On high-contrast surfaces, apply a priming coat first, diluted with a maximum of 5% water. For differently absorbent substrates, prime with Caparol HaftGrund EG.

Tool Cleaning: Clean all tools and equipment immediately after use with water.

Note: If using more than one can of the same colour, intermix prior to use to ensure colour consistency. Check tinted product prior to application to avoid colour differences.