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Mylands
About
Established in 1884, Mylands is Britain’s oldest, family-owned and run paint and polishes manufacturer. Over six generations, Mylands has been perfecting the art of fine, richly pigmented paints by using only the very best materials. The result is a fantastic range of paint colours that are lustrous and flawless, with a superior quality. Their lustrously thick yet easy-to-use formulations were the best-kept secret of interior design professionals and scenic artists for well over a century, with Mylandsoriginally operating as a trade-only supplier. As of 2012, Mylands paints and polishes became available directly to customers everywhere, with a range of hues and finishes to suit both interior and exterior applications.
Attributes & Quality
Mylands paints are water based with a low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content, making them virtually solvent free and kind to you, your family and the environment. Formulations are easy to apply and almost odourless, with quick drying times and easy clean-up of paint brushes.
Mylands are one of the last remaining manufacturers to still use natural earth pigments in our paint, making them sumptuously deep and colour rich as well as eco-friendly.
Our signature paint, the Marble Matt Emulsion, is a water based acrylic emulsion which has outstanding opacity resulting in excellent coverage per litre, with one litre of our paint covering approximately 15m2. Our paints are fast drying and washable, making it ideal for any interior walls, including kitchens and bathrooms. Order a sample pot to pick the right shade for your project.
The wood and metal range of paints, available in matt (8% sheen), eggshell (23% sheen) or gloss (80% sheen) finishes are suitable as both interior or exterior paints. Extremely hardwearing and perfect for spraying, our wood & metal range is suitable for woodwork, metalwork, front doors, or skirting boards. They are fast drying, very durable and easy to wipe clean.
Environmental Credentials
Mylands paints are water based
with a low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content, making them virtually solvent free and kind to you, your family and the environment.
Mylands are one of the last remaining manufacturers to still use natural earth pigments in their paint, making them sumptuously deep and colour rich as well as eco-friendly.
They have worked tirelessly perfecting their formulations in order to create paint with superior performance which doesn’t cost, or damage the earth.
Product Information
Marble Matt Emulsion | For Interior Walls & Ceilings
AnsweFor interior walls, ceilings and bathrooms, our Marble Matt Emulsion paint is made with crushed Carrara marble
delivering a fantastic depth of colour and luminescence as well as outstanding durability.
The marble matt emulsion is a waterbased acrylic emulsion paint for interior use. NOT suitable for woodwork (Except painted decorative furniture, apply wax on top of emulsion).
Application
Before use clean surfaces to be painted ensuring any grease, dirt or flakes are removed. Do not use in extremes of temperature. Use between 8ºC and 30ºC. Stir well before use. This product is formulated for brush or rolled application.
Thinning
This paint has a high pigmentation. It can be thinned up to 45% and still be used as a second or third coat for a fine finish. On porous surfaces (e.g. bare plaster): thin the first coat with up to 30% water. Slightly porous surfaces: thin first coat with up to 15% water.
Coverage
On average per litre 15m2
Wood & Metal Paint | Gloss, Eggshell & Matt
The Wood & Metal paints are good for both interior and exterior use on wood and metal substrates come in three different finishes: Matt, Eggshell or Gloss. Extremely durable with a high quality finish in each category, our Wood & Metal paint is unparalleled in terms of its performance: scrubbable, sprayable and durable it is perfect for high traffic areas.
Matt
A perfect matt appearance paint for interior and exterior woodwork and metalwork.
Eggshell
The classic slight gloss finish of eggshell for interior and exterior woodwork and metalwork.
Gloss
A traditional full gloss paint for interior and exterior woodwork and metalwork.
These are waterbased alkyd topcoats for use on timber and metal substrates. They replace the old oil based products, but with no compromise on performance. Suitable for interior (including kitchens and bathrooms) and exterior use.
Application
Use over appropriate primer if required. On timber substrates apply over Mylands Wood Primer and Undercoat. On metal substrates apply over Mylands Metal Primer and Undercoat. Do not use in extremes of temperature. Use between 8ºC and 30ºC. Do not apply when rain or dew is imminent.
Stir well before use.
These products are formulated for brush, roller application and can be sprayed.
Thinning
Should it be deemed necessary to thin, water should be used up to 10%.
Coverage
On average per litre 14m2.
Floor Paint
Durable, mid-sheen paint with a satin sheen finish suitable for use indoors on old, tired or bare wooden floors. This is a water based alkyd for use on wooden floors. This product is NOT suitable for use on concrete or cement floors.
Application
Before use clean surfaces to be painted ensuring any grease, dirt or flakes are removed. Ensure that knots are painted over with a knotting solution. Do not use in extremes of temperature. Use between 8ºC and 30ºC. Stir well before use.
Thinning
If necessary to thin, water should be used up to 10%.
Coverage
On average per litre 14m2.
Masonry Paint
Walls, brickwork and render, Mylands Exterior Masonry paint has a beautiful flat matt appearance yet is hardwearing, weatherproof and mildew resistant.
A waterbased acrylic for use on masonry. NOT suitable over limewash or lime based renders.
Application
Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free of contamination. If painting over powdery or porous surfaces use stabilising solution. Treat algal/fungal contaminated surfaces with dilute bleach or with a proprietary wash. Do not use in extremes of temperature.
Use between 8ºC and 30ºC.
Do not apply if there is likelihood of rain.
Thinning
If necessary to thin, water should be used up to 10%.
Coverage
On average per litre 15m2. Dependant on substrate exture and porosity.
