Overview

Paint & Paper Library Pure Flat Emulsion is a luxurious ultra-matt paint with exceptional pigmentation for a rich, velvety depth of colour. As the flattest emulsion available, it creates a beautiful powdery finish that enhances both classic and contemporary interiors.

This micro-porous, breathable formula allows walls and ceilings to breathe while offering high opacity, low odour, and easy application. Gently wipeable and ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, snugs, and other low-traffic areas, it delivers an elegant, designer-quality look with timeless appeal.

• Ultra-matt, powdery finish with exceptional depth of colour
• High pigmentation for rich, even coverage
• Micro-porous and breathable - ideal for older and modern buildings
• Low-odour, water-based, high-opacity formula
• Gently wipeable - perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and low-traffic spaces
• Professional quality from Paint & Paper Library, trusted by designers and decorators

Tinted Colour Information

Preparation

Ensure all surfaces are sound, clean, dry and free from dirt, grease and other contamination.

New Plaster Walls

• For plaster skim, allow at least 4 weeks for the plaster to fully dry.
• Apply a primer coat by thinning the paint with 5–25% clean water, depending on substrate porosity.
• Cut in with the same dilution to promote flow and seal the substrate.
• Finish with two full coats.
• For fully plastered walls, allow at least 6 months before painting.
• Not suitable for lime or other natural plasters.

Existing Plaster Walls

• Lightly wash to remove dust or surface laitance.
• Apply a primer coat thinned with 0–25% clean water, depending on porosity.
• Finish with at least one full coat as required.
• Not recommended for previously painted lime or natural plasters.

Existing Paint Finishes

• Remove all loose or flaking paint.
• Degrease with a suitable detergent (e.g., sugar soap) and rinse with clean water.
• Sand with medium-grade sandpaper to create a key and smooth surface, feathering edges where paint has been removed.
• Repair any defects and apply Paint & Paper Library Architects’ A.S.P. to exposed areas as needed.

Application

Stir paint thoroughly before use and do not apply if ambient temperature is below 8°C. We recommend you performa small test on the surface you are decorating to ensure compatability.

Application with a Brush

• Use a high-quality synthetic brush sized appropriately for the project.
• Condition new brushes by washing in clean water and drying with a lint free cloth.
• Avoid immersing the brush too deeply or overloading to prevent drips.
• Apply in even strokes, maintaining a wet edge, and keep final brush strokes in the same direction.
• For intricate items or high temperature/airflow conditions, add 10–15% water-based paint conditioner to extend open time.

Application with a Roller

• Use a short nap wool-blend roller for smooth surfaces; increase nap for textured surfaces.
• Maintain a wet edge and keep strokes consistent to prevent lap marks.
• Add 10–15% water-based paint conditioner in hot or drafty conditions if needed.

Application with a Sprayer

• Conventional spray: Thin with up to 40% water; tip size 1.60–2.00 mm; air pressure 0.28–0.41 MPa (40–60 psi).
• Airless spray: Thin with up to 20% water; tip size 0.28–0.54 mm; pressure at tip 12.6–19.6 MPa (1800–2800 psi).

Application Tips

• Allow at least 4 hours between coats.
• Avoid painting over drying areas to prevent brush marks or lap lines.
• For large flat areas, rollers are recommended for the best finish.

Aftercare & Storage

Storage

Store used paint in a cool, dry and frost free area away from any direct sunlight. Ensure the lid is tightly secured after use. When unopened and correctly stored this product will last for a minimum of two years.

Surface Cleaning

For light surface soiling gently clean with a dilute, luke warm solution of domestic washing up liquid and a clean sponge or lint free cloth. Ensure the cloth or sponge is not dripping and repeat as required.

To vacuum the surface use a soft brush attachment to avoid marking the surface.

Repair

Lightly sand the affected area and apply a suitable primer to any exposed substrate if required. Apply one or two coats. Any spot repairs will almost always result in inferior aesthetic appearance.