What is the maximum level of dilution for water based emulsion paints?
The rate of dilution will vary depending on the mode of application. It is not necessary to dilute, always dilute to facilitate application and to obtain a better finish. For application by roller or airless spray, the paint can be diluted up to 10%, up to 15% for brush application. Tip: Avoid over dilutions, as diluting paint reduces its opacity. Is the finish different if the paint is applied by roller or brush? For smooth water based emulsion paints, the finish is more or less identical whether they are applied by brush or roller. The choice of the roller is important as there are different ones which are available. The most common are long hair rollers which are used for smooth water based emulsion wall paints and short hair rollers which are used for gloss enamels. Before using a roller, follow the recommendations of the roller manufacturer and check for which type of application it is recommended.
