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When searching for the perfect Blend colour to use in your home, it's not only important to make sure you love the colour, but more important to know how it's going to look on your walls. Blend Flat Matt 250ml tester pot allows you to try before you buy, providing your walls with a smooth, flawless and colour rich matt finish. The low odour paint sample is quick-drying, easy to use and will disguise minor surface imperfections.
To sample, simply apply to an area to approx. 30cm square.
Prefer to test out our new Blend Peel & Stick paint samples instead? Simply click here.
Product Finish: Flat Matt
Coverage (m2) per Litre: 12
Brand: Blend
Base: Water
Paint Application: Brush, Roller, Spray
Suitable Substrate: Walls
Drying Time: Touch Dry 1-2 Hours, Recoatable 3-4 Hours
Room Orientation: East-Facing, South-Facing
Remove any loose or flaking material from walls. Lightly sand glossy or heavily sealed surfaces. (Avoid the inhalation of dust. Wear a suitable dust mask if dry sanding). Make sure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust, grease and dirt.
New plaster? Use Blend matt thinned with up to 10% water to seal the surface. For bare timber & metal apply suitable primer.
Give the paint a good mix. If using multiple tins, premix the whole amount before starting. Don't paint in damp or cold conditions (10°c or below).
Let's Blend! Apply 2 coats with a brush, roller or by airless spray. If your blend is a bold change, you may need extra coats. Paint will be touch dry in 1-2 hours, and ready for another coat after 3-4 hours.
Remove as much paint as possible from your tools before washing with warm water. Keep in a dry place, protected from frost.
Scan the QR code to learn how to recycle leftover paint. Dont pour into drains or watercourses. Don't forget to take a snap of your #blend and tag us on socials @blenddecor.
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Delivery Options & Charges for mainland UK:
Service | Cost | Lead Time |
Standard Delivery | £5.95 (Free over £60) | Delivery in approximately 2 working days. |
Next Day Delivery | £7.99 (Free over £100) | Delivery the next working day when ordered before 2pm Mon-Thurs. |
Next Day before 12 | £12.99 | Delivery the next working day before 12 when ordered before 2pm Mon-Thurs. |
Next Day before 10:30 | £18.99 | Delivery the next working day before 10:30am when ordered before 2pm Mon-Thurs. |
Saturday Delivery | £10.99 | Order before 2pm Friday for Saturday Delivery |
Sunday Delivery | £10.99 | Order before 3pm Friday for Sunday Delivery |
Wallpaper Sample Delivery | £0.99 | Dispatched same day when ordered before 2pm. Delivery is typically two working days, but can take longer. |
Delivery Options & Charges for More Remote Areas:
Service | Cost | Lead Time |
Scottish Highlands (Includes some AB postcodes) | £12.99 | Up-to-date delivery dates are provided at checkout. Takes approximately two working days. |
Northern Ireland | £12.99 | Up-to-date delivery dates are provided at checkout. Takes approximately two working days. |
Isle of Wight & Isle of Man | £16.99 | Up-to-date delivery dates are provided at checkout. Takes approximately two working days. |
Brand specific delivery options
Manufacturer | Cost | Delivery Information |
Laura Ashley | Standard rates | Standard Delivery takes approximately 3-5 working days and Next Day delivery is available for UK mainland and Northern Ireland on orders before 1pm. |
Laura Ashley Samples | Free Sample Delivery | Shipped with Royal Mail and can take approximately 2-10 working days. |
Rust-Oleum | Standard rates | Rust-Oleum products are only available on standard delivery as these are processed and shipped from a separate warehouse. Up-to-date delivery estimates are provided at checkout. |
Rust-Oleum Tester Sachets | Free | Free sachet delivery is available on all Rust-Oleum sachets. These are shipped direct from the manufacturer using Whistl. Can take 5-10 working days. |
Holden | Standard rates | Takes approximately 2 working days. |
Pagazzi | Standard rates | Takes approximately 1-2 working days. |
NMC | £22.99 | Processed and shipped direct from the manufacturer via DHL. Takes approximately 2-5 working days. |