Overview

Johnstone's Trade Stormshield Smooth Masonry Paint is a high-performance water-based paint for outdoor application. Rain-resistant in just 20 minutes and suitable for use between 2°C and 35°C, it’s a great option for year-round application. With excellent colour retention, superior opacity and outstanding anti-carbonation properties, this all-season masonry paint ensures a long-lasting matt finish. Its durable, dirt-resistant formula delivers reliable protection with over 15 years of life expectancy*, making it the perfect choice for exterior cement rendering, roughcast, brick and concrete surfaces.

All-year-round matt masonry paint
Apply in temperature between 2°C and 35°C
Showerproof in only 20 minutes
Dirt-resistant & highly durable finish
Excellent colour retention & opacity
Offers 15+ years protection*
Suitable for brick, render & concrete
Tintable in 1 500+ colours

*when applied according to specification

Tinted Colour Information

Tinted paint is custom mixed in house at Next Day Paint using our Jonhstone's 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	Exterior
Recommended Use	Concrete, cement rendering, brick, stone, blockwork and pebble dash etc
Base	Water-Based
Coverage	Up to 17m² per litre
Drying Time	Touch Dry: 1 Hour
Re-Coat Time	2-4 Hours
Recommended Coats	2 Coats
Application Method	Brush, Roller or Sprayer
VOC Levels	Minimal
Clean Up	Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with water

Preparation

Ensure the surface is clean, dry and free from dirt and grease.

Remove any loose or flaking material.
Treat any fungal, algal or lichen with Johnstone's Trade Sterilisation Wash as directed.
Johnstone's Trade Stormshield Smooth Masonry can be applied directly over bare surfaces (thinned 5% with clean water) and previously painted surfaces, provided these are clean, sound and firm. Stabilise surfaces of a highly porous or friable nature with Johnstone's Trade Stormshield Quick Dry Stabilising Solution as directed.
Remove any limewash or distemper completely.
Repair cracks and defective areas with a suitable exterior filler.

Application

Always test a small area of the surface to be painted to ensure you are happy with the finished results

Stir thoroughly before use to ensure the paint is completely mixed.
Stormshield Aqua Guard Exterior Satin can be applied by brush, roller or conventional and airless spray.
Apply two full coats, allowing 2-4 hours before applying the second coat.
Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
If using more than one can of the same colour, intermix prior to use to ensure colour consistency.
Do not apply in temperatures below 2°C or in damp conditions.
Additional coats may be required with certain colours, or attempting a wide colour change.

Always follow manufacturer's instructions found on the tin