Grey Paint

Dulux Silk is one of the best-rated interior wall and ceiling paints in the UK. The product has won over its users with its consistent quality, delicate shine finish and wide range of greys. The colour we liked best is Warm Pewter, a light, almost neutral shade that complements traditional and modern environments with success.

Due to its soft sheen and hardwearing formulation, Dulux Silk is ideal to use in all environments of the home. The product is easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth and has an excellent resistance to stains and scratches.

Applying the paint without making a mess is easy thanks to its creamy consistency. The smooth, almost waxed finish looks amazing in all rooms, including high-traffic areas such as hallways and stairways. One slight drawback of the creamy texture is the difficult application with a paintbrush. Brush strokes are a frequent occurrence and for this reason, we recommend applying the product with a roller.

One thing we like a lot is the great covering power. Two coats are enough to achieve satisfactory results even when making substantial colour changes. And thanks to the quick drying time, you can finish your renovation project in a breeze.

Johnstone’s Silk emulsion is a budget-friendly alternative to Dulux Silk. Johnstone’s Manhattan Grey colour is a shade halfway between light grey and taupe. It adds a warm touch to the environment and pairs with all interior styles.

This silk emulsion has a thick consistency which is ideal for a mess-free application. Less ideal is the formation of brush strokes which is why we recommend applying the product with a roller. Thinned with water, the paint can even be applied with an airless sprayer.

Another thing we don’t like is the strong odour. The product is water-based and non-toxic, at least in theory. However, working with this paint in a poorly ventilated environment isn’t a pleasant experience.

What we do like is the quick drying formula. The product touch dries in about two hours and can be re-coated after about four hours if needed.

HQC Anti Condensation paint is a high-quality interior paint for walls and ceilings formulated to fix and prevent the common issues of condensation. The product provides a protective barrier that reduces severe dampness and room heat loss.

By resolving any condensation issues, the paint also eliminates mould from damp areas. The product is ideal to use in bathrooms and kitchens, but also in poorly ventilated spaces.

The non-toxic formulation makes it ideal to use in the bedroom and kid’s room. HQC Anti Condensation has a low odour and a low content of volatile organic compounds. It takes just two coats for the protective barrier to be effective, but also to cover all traces of old paint.

Unfortunately, we can’t offer any positive feedback when it comes to the coverage. A litre of paint is only sufficient for up to 6m². On porous surfaces or bare walls, this figure drops even more. And given the price of the paint, home redecoration can quickly become quite costly.

On a positive note, the quality pays off. The paint acts as an insulator that regulates the temperature and humidity in the room.

Not only the walls and ceilings can benefit from a grey coat of paint. This colour looks amazing on wood and metal too. Whether it’s the door or window frames, an iron staircase or furniture, Rust-Oleum Gloss is a product that won’t disappoint.

Slate Grey is an attractive, contemporary shade that complements most interiors and the paint is easy to work with despite its solvent-based formulation.

Our favourite feature is the two-in-one paint and primer formulation. The product has an exceptional adherence on most surfaces and only needs priming on bare wood or non-ferrous and galvanised metals. Otherwise, the paint is ready to use and requires minimal surface preparation.

Another thing we like is its coverage. Rust-Oleum Gloss covers up to 9m²/litre and one coat of paint is usually enough to achieve satisfactory results. The durable formula is suitable for interior and exterior use on a wide range of surfaces, including radiators and masonry.

Dulux Matt is an excellent interior paint for walls and ceilings that dries to flat matt finish. Their Polished Pebble shade adds a sophisticated contemporaneity to the space and is ideal to use in many colour schemes, although some users have found it a bit too light.

Nevertheless, we liked the hue, and we also liked the quick drying formula. This is perhaps the best feature of this paint that touch dries in less than an hour and can be re-coated in only four hours.

Another thing we liked is the hypoallergenic and non-toxic water-based formulation. The paint is safe to use in all environments and, once dry, the product is safe for children and pets. The unique, creamy texture is another positive trait.

Applying the paint without making a mess is easy and you can use either a brush or a roller. Drying to a smooth flat finish, the product also disguises minor surface imperfections and is ideal to use in a modern home interior.

Although few, Dulux Matt has some drawbacks too. What annoyed us the most is the non-washable formula. The product is durable and resists well to stains, but unfortunately, you won’t be able to clean it with anything other than a dry cloth.