Change your outdoor area
The Verandah
Make an impression from the moment your guests arrive with this striking refresh. Take on this project using Dulux Weathershield®.
How to get the perfect look
1. Gather inspiration
What do you want the final result to look like? Inspiration can come from anywhere. Try looking online and putting together a moodboard.
2. Select a colour scheme
Use colour schemes from your research, or chat to us for help. Then trial your scheme using Dulux sample pots and A4 swatches.
3. Get painting
Calculate how much paint you will need, then take Dulux Weathershield® and follow our painting guide below.
Dulux Weathershield® is perfect for your outdoor project. Weathershield® has been specially designed to provide a tough, hard-wearing finish that provides protection from all weather conditions. Formulated with MaxiFlex™ Technology to expand and contract with the surface, Dulux guarantees Weathershield® won't peel, flake or blister for as long as you live in your home.
Time to paint
Start by cutting in around the edges and hard-to-reach areas using Dulux Weathershield®.
Apply paint to the surface using short, horizontal brush strokes.
Smooth over the wet painted section with long brush strokes. Do not reload the brush when you do this, a few strokes should be enough to smooth the surface.
Repeat this process for the second coat. Allow to dry, then give the surface a light sand with 400 grit sandpaper and repeat for a second coat.
If painting bare timber a third coat will need to be applied.
Try using lighter shades for the features you want to highlight, such as fretwork and windows. These will contrast against the main exterior colour and create a beautiful statement.
Take on outdoor projects
Refresh your outdoor entertaining area
Get started with a lick of paint, a pop of colour, and tips on how to give your furniture a refresh.
The pool house
Create a relaxing retreat by your pool where you can spend hours watching the day go by.
The front entrance
The front of your house is all about first impressions. Look around your neighbourhood to see what colours appeal to you.
Outdoor fireplace
Even when it’s not in use, make the outdoor fireplace the centrepiece at gatherings with a standout look.
Selecting the right colour can be difficult, that's why we have 100ml sample pots available in more than 4,500 colours available online. It's the safest way to make a big decision.
Dulux products
Let us help you complete your project
Dulux Weathershield® has been specially designed to provide a tough, hard-wearing finish that provides protection from all weather conditions.
Dulux Aquanamel® can be used in place of traditional oil-based enamels, which not only saves time, but has the added benefit of paintwork not turning yellow with time.
Dulux Professional® Painter’s Tape is a multi-purpose painter’s flat tape with medium adhesion.
The Dulux Professional® Roller 11mm nap has excellent pick-up and release and are designed for matt, flat and low sheen water-based paints on smooth and semi-smooth surfaces.
A drop sheet is essential for any project to protect your home from potential paint splatters.
Dulux 1Step® Prep Water Based Primer, Sealer & Undercoat is your first step toward a superior long-lasting paint finish. 1Step® Prep resists mould and blocks tannin and rust stains.