Frequently Asked Questions
Acrylic paint is better for most interior walls. It dries faster, has lower VOCs, is easier to clean up with water, and maintains its colour over time without yellowing. Oil based paint is still preferred for high-traffic trims and doors where a hard, durable finish is needed.
Yes, but the surface must be properly prepared first. Lightly sand the acrylic surface, clean it thoroughly, and apply a suitable primer before applying oil based paint. Applying oil based paint directly over acrylic without preparation can cause adhesion problems.
Yes. Premium acrylic exterior paints like Dulux Weathershield are specifically formulated for Perth’s UV exposure, heat and coastal conditions. They flex with temperature changes, resist fading and repel moisture — making them the preferred choice for most Perth exterior painting projects.
Acrylic paint is typically dry to touch within one to two hours and ready for a second coat within four hours in normal conditions. In Perth’s warmer months it can dry faster. Oil based paint takes significantly longer — usually 24 hours between coats.
Professional painters in Perth use both depending on the surface and application. Acrylic paint is used for most interior and exterior walls and ceilings. Oil based enamel is used for trims, doors, skirting boards and surfaces that need a hard, durable gloss finish.