If you are faced with the problem of your Dulux paint being too liquid, there are several ways to make it thicker.
1. Add a thickener to the paint. Dulux suggests using Dulux Trade Thinner Free for their products. This thickener is designed specifically for their paints and varnishes, and it will help give your paint the consistency you need.
2. If you don’t have access to Dulux thickener, you can try adding some regular PVA glue to your paint. However, this method can affect the properties of the paint once it dries, so use it with caution.
3. Allow the paint to stand. If you have just opened a can of paint, it may not have reached its normal consistency yet. Leave the paint at room temperature for a while to allow it to “break down”.
4. If the paint is still too liquid, you can try to reduce its moisture content by adding some dry powder. However, this may alter the properties of the paint and degrade the quality of the coating, so use this method only as a last resort.
5. Finally, if none of these methods work, you can simply mix Dulux with another type of paint or varnish to create a thicker mixture.
However, make sure you mix products that are compatible with each other.
Please be aware that these methods can cause the paint characteristics to change, so before using any of them, be sure to test it on a small surface before you start painting the main surface.