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Dulux Acratex®

Dulux Acratex coatings provide fit-for-purpose system solutions for any newly constructed or existing buildings in need of full remediation, re-paint, or refurbishment. Supported with a project specification and technical service team our Acratex range includes non-combustible renders, flexible protective membranes, anti-carbonation coatings, acrylic textures, specialty finishes, roof membrane coatings, and our lightweight wall cladding system. The house features Dulux White Dune Quarter in Dulux Acratex® coatings (walls and pool bench) and Dulux Weathershield® (eaves), The windows and door were painted in Dulux Super Enamel™ High Gloss in Dulux Coalition. Image: Three Birds Renovations.

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Exsulite® lightweight thermal facade system

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Exsulite® is a fully integrated, lightweight facade system that delivers a weatherproof external building envelope with a self-draining cavity for moisture management and high thermal performance. Find out more here.

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Enhance your home’s street appeal and extend the life of your roof with a roof restoration. Our high build barrier protection is ideal for tile or metal roofs with the choice of conventional or COOL ROOF with InfraCOOL® Technology colour. Find out more here.

Roofing

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Achieve high quality even surfaces with Dulux Acratex® RenderWall. This preparatory base levelling product is designed for use with subsequent Dulux Acratex® Acrylic Texture Systems. Find out more here.

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Achieve a textured finish that protects against render cracking and staining and to keep homes looking great for longer. Explore products here.

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From the natural beauty and charm of Marmorino Naturale to the highly polished elegance of Polished Stucco, the appeal of authentic polished lime plaster is captured and recreated in the Acratex® Venetian Plaster™ Collection. Explore products here.

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Dulux Acratex elastomeric topcoats provide ultimate protection for masonry substrates delivering barrier coat protection against the damaging ingress of moisture, carbon dioxide and chloride ion contaminants. Topcoating elevates texture system performance and extends system life cycle. Explore products here.

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Dulux Creativo Microcement will enhance residential, commercial, hospitality and industrial setting including bathroom renovations, shower alcoves, kitchens, hallways and stairs. Its no-grout, high-end concrete look is as sophisticated as it is functional. Explore more here.

Creativo Microcement
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Modern Mallorca

Dulux Acratex® was used extensively throughout the stunning three-storey Modern Mallorca house in Sydney by Three Birds Renovations. This stylish interior and exterior refresh with a Mediterranean vibe was achieved using Acratex® systems including Dulux Acratex® Acrapatch High Build, Dulux Acratex® RenderWall AcraPro 400, Dulux Acratex® Acraskin and Dulux Creativo Microcement Top Coat.

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