{"product_id":"sandtex-sx-smth-m-seal-masonry-silver-blue-10l","title":"Sandtex Smooth Masonry Paint 10L - Silver Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eSandtex Smooth Masonry Paint in Silver Blue (cool, soft blue-grey), supplied in a 10 litre tin. Genuine Sandtex stock with Microseal technology - breathable, waterproof exterior masonry paint protecting brick, render and pebbledash for up to 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Sandtex Smooth Masonry Paint with Microseal technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathable and waterproof - up to 15 years trusted durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouch dry in 3-4 hours, rainproof in around 1 hour in good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResists peeling, flaking, dirt, mould and algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, even matt finish in Silver Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for render, roughcast, pebbledash, concrete, building blocks and facing brick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure the surface is sound, clean, dry and free of loose or flaking material; treat mould\/algae with a fungicidal wash first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn porous, chalky or previously unpainted masonry, apply Sandtex Stabilising Solution and allow to dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir the paint thoroughly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the first coat by brush, roller or airless spray, working top to bottom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to dry 3-4 hours, then apply a second full coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply if rain\/frost is forecast or below 8°C during drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean brushes and rollers with water while wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage: 12-16m² per litre (surface dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoats: 2 full coats recommended (1 may suffice as a refresh on sound, painted masonry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrying: touch dry 3-4 hours, recoatable after 3-4 hours, rainproof in around 1 hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable surfaces: render, roughcast, pebbledash, concrete, building blocks, facing brick, previously painted masonry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for: common, fletton or engineering brick, wood, or metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: brush, roller or airless spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuarantee: up to 15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: 10L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Silver Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sandtex Smooth Masonry Paint waterproof and breathable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It's a microporous, breathable coating that lets trapped moisture escape while resisting rain getting in - rainproof within about an hour in good drying conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you use masonry paint on wood or metal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It's formulated for masonry - render, roughcast, pebbledash, concrete, building blocks and facing brick - not wood or metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many coats do I need, and how long does it take to dry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo full coats on bare\/unpainted masonry (one may suffice as a refresh). Touch dry in 3-4 hours, recoatable after 3-4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Sandtex masonry paint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRight here - genuine Sandtex stock. Also stocked at Wickes and Screwfix, so it's worth comparing before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much wall does a 10L tin cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Sandtex's published 12-16m² per litre, a 10 litre tin covers roughly 120-160m² per coat - plan for half that covered twice with 2 coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical \u0026amp; Safety Data Sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor full technical guidance and safety information, refer to the official Sandtex \/ Crown Paints documents below:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crownpaints.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/pdf\/UK\/Safety_data_sheets_UK\/SX_MSEAL_SMTH_MASONRY_6L1UK10W01_SDS_20250801_GB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS) - Sandtex Microseal Smooth Masonry Paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sandtexpaints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SANDTEX-MICROSEAL-SMOOTH-MASONRY-PAINT.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTechnical \/ Application Guide - Sandtex Microseal Smooth Masonry Paint\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sandtex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56326177096066,"sku":"129164","price":39.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5024\/4482\/files\/470710_20260210094619_1024.jpg?v=1771725011","url":"https:\/\/essentialsfix.co.uk\/products\/sandtex-sx-smth-m-seal-masonry-silver-blue-10l","provider":"Essentials Fix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}