CHOOSE THE RIGHT PAINT FOR THE RIGHT TARGET - QUICK FRENCH SELECTION GUIDE
Sometimes it can be a situation that choosing a paint series is difficult and you wonder if the tone and series you have chosen is suitable for your own project.
Since we also have several sets, we want to help you find the right set for your project.
In this short guide, we present you with the most common options to make your choice easier.
It's that easy:
In brief:
- Only the Al Fresco series is suitable for outdoor furniture.
- All series are suitable for interior surfaces and furniture.
- Waxes and Finishing coatings: for untreated and painted wood.
When choosing paint for your project, note that the sets have different levels of gloss, different shades per set and different container sizes per set. You can read more about the preparations here.
We also recommend reading the Painting instructions and FAQ page .
Frenchic sets, jar size, quantity and gloss level
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Al Fresco : 250ml: approx. 4m2 and 750ml: 12m2 , matt surface. For outdoor and indoor use.
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Lazy Range : 250ml. 4m2 and 750ml: 12m2 , matte surface. For indoor use.
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Trim Paint : 500ml approx. 7m2 , satin. For indoor use.
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Wall paint : 2.5L approx. 36m2 , ultra matt. For indoor use.
- Finishing Coat : 500ml of 7.5m2, glossy. For indoor and outdoor use.
- Top Tuff Coat : 500ml: approx. 7.5m2, matte. For indoor and outdoor use.
- Waxes: 500ml, satin. For indoor use.
- Metallic pigment for Frensheen: 150ml, approx. 1.5m2, for indoor and outdoor use
PAINTABLE MATERIAL SURFACE AND THE MATCHING FRENCHIC SERIES
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CERAMIC TILE - Read the Instructions for painting tiles , but not floor tiles or areas with standing water.
Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint
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WOOD - Read the Instructions for painting wooden furniture
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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METAL - Read the Instructions for painting the radiator
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic waxes. note! Frenchic paints do not contain toxic rust inhibitors. Finishing coatings
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MDF - read the instructions
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen. Frenchic waxes and finishing coatings
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LAMINATE - PLASTIC
- Read the instructions for painting laminate
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen
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CONCRETE
Concrete floor: Chalk Wall Paint. Concrete surfaces: patina paint Frenshimmer. Finishing coatings
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GLASS
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen
Also decorative painting, for example, on a window. Removal with a blade.
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FABRIC
Not recommended. First, read the tips for painting the fabric here .
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LEATHER
Not recommended. First, read the tips for painting leather here .
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CAP
Cork floor: not recommended, because cork floors are often treated with wax.
THE OBJECT TO BE PAINTED AND THE MATCHING FRENCHIC PAINT SET
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WOOD FLOOR, INDOORS
Chalk Wall Paint, wall paint:
Also suitable for indoor wooden, concrete and most laminate floors, added according to the instructions - note, however, that in these areas it may be necessary to maintain the surfaces regularly according to wear.
For example, pet nails, sand and stones easily scratch any paint surface.
Not suitable for areas with standing water, such as the floor of a shower or sauna, and Frenchic paints cannot be used as waterproofing for structures.
Finishing coatings
Not for tile floors.
For decorative floor painting, stripes or stencil design, you can also use all other Frenchic sets.
If you wish, you can finish the painted surface with a fast-drying, glossy or matte finishing coating.
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TERRACE FLOOR, OUTDOOR
Not recommended.
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BRICK WALL, INDOOR
Chalk Wall Paint, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Lazy Range. Frenchic waxes and finishing coatings
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BRICK WALL COATING / SEALING FROM WOOD
Finishing coatings, Matt or glossy
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TILE FLOOR
Not recommended.
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INTERIOR CEILING - PANEL CEILING
Chalk Wall Paint, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Lazy Range. Frenchic waxes and finishing coatings
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INTERIOR WALLS
Chalk Wall Paint, wall paint.
Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Lazy Range: consider the container size.
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LOG WALLS - INTERIOR
Chalk Wall Paint, wall paint. When thinned, the wood grain remains visible.
Frenchic natural waxes in four different shades: grey, brown, white and clear
Smaller effect walls and 'Colour Block' color areas or art walls
Chalk Wall Paint, wall paint, Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Frenshimmer, Frensheen. Finishing coatings.
Please note that the goals in the series have different levels of flight and different container sizes.
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PANELS, MOLDINGS AND BARS
Trim Paint, Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic waxes and Finishing Coatings.
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INTERIOR DOORS AND FRAMES
Trim Paint, Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic waxes and Finishing Coatings.
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INTERIOR STAIRS AND BAILINGS
Trim Paint, Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen. Frenchic waxes and finishing coatings.
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INTERIOR WINDOW SHUTTERS
Trim Paint, Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic waxes and Finishing Coatings.
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EXTERIOR DOOR
Al Fresco
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FURNITURE FOR INDOOR USE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic waxes and Finishing Coatings.
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FURNITURE FOR OUTDOOR USE
Al Fresco. Finishing coatings
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DINING TABLE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Finishing Coatings
The recommendation is to add a TTC coating to the table top and shelves according to the work instructions.
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KITCHEN CABINET DOORS
- Read the Instructions for painting kitchen cabinets
Al Fresco, Lazy Range, Trim Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen and Finishing Coatings
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KITCHEN COUNTERS
With a reservation. Consider the completely different use and consumption of the levels. The painted surface cannot withstand sharp kitchen utensils, cutting on the surface or hot dishes directly on the surface. Tuff Top Coat as a coating for surfaces.
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LAMP
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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POTTING FURNACE - Read the Instructions
Not officially suitable for so-called heat-resistant paint. For moderately heated surfaces. The 100% water-based Frenchic series lasts max. 70-80 degree temperatures. Trim Paint, Al Fresco.
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WATER CIRCULATING HEAT POILER - Read the Instructions
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen
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FRIDGE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen and Finishing Coatings
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BOOKCASE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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BED
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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SMALL ITEMS for interiors
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
A SPACE TO BE PAINTED AND FRENCHIC KITS THAT SUIT THERE
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COLD WINTER SPACE: porch, hall, summer house, shed, etc
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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PLAYHOUSE INSIDE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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KITCHEN
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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BEDROOM
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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VESTIBULE
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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DRY TOILET
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
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BATHROOM
Al Fresco, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, but not for standing water areas, and not for tiled floors. Finishing coatings
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SAUNA
Not recommended.
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NURSERY
Lazy Range, Al Fresco, Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint, Frenshimmer, Frensheen, Frenchic Waxes and Finishing Coatings
PAIN ONLY CLEAN, INTACT AND DRY SURFACES
You don't believe the talk that no preparations need to be made!
A rule of thumb could be that surfaces that are subject to heavy wear should be carefully roughened or sanded (chair seat, table top, etc.).
- After cleaning, the surface is sanded.
- Painting is done on a dry and clean surface.
- Light surface roughening or sanding is an important step and affects the durability of the paint surface, do not skip these steps.
- All paints benefit from careful preparation.
If you want to see what others have painted, join our FB group: Frenchic Paint Finland.
Many of our customers have painted other surfaces that we do not officially recommend. Some projects are successful, others are not - the painting work is done at your own risk, aware of the official instructions and recommendations.
