Surface must be smooth to obtain maximum patterning effect.
For masonry surfaces requiring render build / make good layers Render Wall Concrete Finish is recommended as a faring coat.

For acrylic finished or previously coated surface make good with AcraPatch Smooth.

Apply one high build layers of Dulux AcraTex AcraShield Concrete with a steel trowel or spatula in short discontinuous strokes allow to fully dry and sand to remove high trowel / spatula marks Note this first layer maybe applied by medium nap roller then patterned with a steel trowel, spatula or other method to product a patterned / texture.

Apply a second and possibly a third layer ( depending on smoothness/ pattern desired) of Dulux AcraTex AcraShield Concrete with a steel trowel or spatula apply in very tight /thin layer /s, once this coat has dried slightly, making sure that it is neither completely dry and nor excessively wet. Proceed to the polishing stage by going over the surface repeatedly with a spatula/ stainless steel polishing trowel, pressing firmly until the desired highlights are produced.

Unused paint: Do not pour leftover paint down the drain. Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper and allowed to dry, and then disposed of via domestic waste collections. Empty paint containers: Leave empty paint containers open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle the container via steel can recycling programs. Disposal of empty paint containers via domestic recycling programs may differ between local authorities. Check with your local council first. Do not reuse container unless thoroughly decontaminated. For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit paintback.com.au or painttakeback.co.nz