Failure of dried paint to obscure or hide the surface to which it has been applied.
Possible Cause
Solution
If the substrate is significantly darker or is a patterned wallpaper, it should be primed before applying the top coat. Use a premium quality paint for better hiding and flow. Use quality tools; use the recommended roller nap, if rolling. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation on spread rate; if using tinted paint, use the correct tinting base. Where a low-hiding organic colour must be used, apply a primer first.
Images courtesy of the Paint Quality Institute from Dow Coating Materials
Colourplus recommends Colourplus Designa Primer Undercoat, Designa Pigmented Sealer, or Ultra Premium Permaseal 3 in 1.
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