Yes, anti mould paint does a good job at inhibiting mould growth in areas where moisture and condensation is a problem as the biocides contained within the paint damage the cell membranes and essentially kills it before it has the chance to grow. From pure brilliant white to a whole spectrum of vibrant colour, and from matt emulsion paints to silk finishes, you’ll find the perfect tone and look within our range of interior paints - including wall and ceiling paints.

Whether you’re looking for colourful paints or high quality primers, finishes and other treatments, you’ll find everything you need in B&M’s range. All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from anything that can interfere with the adhesion of the paint. Remove loose and failing paint from the wall if required by scraping or brushing with a stiff bristle brush to a sound edge.

Crown Trade Clean Extreme Mould Inhibiting Scrubbable Matt

Now onto something a little bit different. Having the best anti mould additive to hand gives you so many decorative options and for this category we would go with Dryzone’s Anti Mould Additive. This particular paint is professional strength (but lower odour) and is one of the most effective paints when it comes to preventing damp and mould even against the most persistent condensation. Finally, apply masking tape to any edges and protect the floor using a dust sheet to prevent any paint splatter on your carpet. Step 2: Painting Whilst not specifically labeled as anti mould, Dulux’s Easy Care Bathroom paint works much in the same way as some other paints on this list. The chances are, you are looking for an effective mould preventing solution that will do the job long-term. For this reason, we highly recommend Suretherm Anti-Condensation Paint. Suretherm helps prevent the route cause of the problem - the moisture!

Unlike most other paints on our list, Dulux has the advantage of providing a lovely soft sheen finish that doesn’t need to be painted over once set. The cool neutral range of colours means you can choose any colour from White Mist to Slate Grey, leaving your bathroom with a modern chic look. Mould and fungus are more common in areas of the home with limited ventilation or that are prone to condensation, like the bathroom. Fortunately, protecting yourbathroom withmould-resistant paint can help keepmould awayfrom yourwalls.Using damp-proof or anti-mould paint can be a cost-effective investment in the long term. These specialised paints create a protective barrier on your walls, preventing costly repairs or mould removal in the future. Browse our range of anti-mould paint anddampseal from leading brands like Ronseal, Zinsserand Polycelltoday. This bathroom specific paint is not only useful in a practical sense of preventing mould, it also gives you an elegant finish that’s tough to match with typical mould resistant paints. It is best to use mould-resistant paint in rooms where damp and condensation build up, for example in the bathroom or in homes with poor ventilation.

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For example, if your bathroom suffers from condensation, you could look into installing a proper ventilation system. These might be expensive to install but mould resistant paint is only really going to work for a few years before you’ll need to paint it again. Can You Paint Over Mould With Anti Mould Paint? Damp can begin seeping through wallpaper once it settles into household walls. Without damp treatment, this can ruin the appearance of the wallpaper and cause issues such as peeling, mould, and stains. To prevent this, be sure to keep your home ventilated. You should also seal your walls with the best damp seal paint from brands such as Polycell or Zinsser. Visit our blog for more information on how to hang wallpaper.

Yes, you can paint over damp proof paint without reducing its effectiveness. Wait around four to six hours after applying the damp seal paint before starting the next coat. Yes, damp resistant paint does an excellent job of waterproofing walls and preventing damp. If you are worried about condensation, using damp seal paint is the best method of prevention. Anti-damp paint also acts as a long-term treatment that can protect your home and decor. Whilst we went for Ronseal’s anti mould paint as our number one choice for DIYers, all the paints/additives we’ve included will do a good job at inhibiting mould growth.Both Suretherm Anti Condensation Paint and Zinsser Mould Resistant Paint come in white as standard. Dryzone are one of the top brands when it comes to damp protection so if trusted quality is at the top of your list, they might be a good choice for you. Anti mould paint is more an inhibitor than a straight up fungicide so if you were thinking about painting over mould with anti mould paint, we’d advise against it.