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Coloured primers - is it ok to mix and match brands?

Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.19 PM

I am choosing a so-called 'designer paint' brand to paint the walls in my house (probably greys and blues), and no doubt it will be expensive. Would it be a bad thing if I bought the coloured primer from another brand e.g Dulux to save some money, or would it compromise the final result? Thanks in advance.

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3 Answers

Decorum Decorating

Rating: 5 out of 5

Plymouth

Hi I would have no hesitation in using a cheaper paint,as a base coat,makes sense really. Regards Brian

Answered26 October 2018

Anonymous user

Well it depends on the surface if it’s natural lime plastering then no if it’s modern day Materials of course use a cheaper primer but must consider If your children and parts of family have any allergies too best to research your requirements Regards Darren

Answered27 October 2018

C.A.R Decorating

Rating: 5 out of 5

Evesham

Hi I would agree there is no harm in using another brand colour as a base for your new top coat do a test not all brands have the same shades you might use more paint no saving.

Answered27 October 2018