Dulux and Haymes are two of our preferred options, and the right choice depends on the condition of your home, the finish you want and the preparation required.
Dulux: options for interior walls and exposed exteriors
Dulux Wash&Wear is an interior range designed around washability and stain resistance. Its product options include different sheen levels and specialist finishes for particular uses. For a busy living area, that means discussing how the walls will be cleaned and the appearance you prefer, then specifying the appropriate product.
For exterior work, Dulux Weathershield Low Sheen is formulated for weather exposure, with stated sun protection and resistance to colour fading. It is an option to consider for suitable exterior surfaces, with preparation matched to the existing coating and material. Its "self-priming on most surfaces" description still requires checking the instructions for the particular substrate.
These are different products for different jobs. An interior wall paint should not be selected for an exposed outside wall simply because you like its colour or brand.
Dulux's Wash&Wear range · Weathershield Low Sheen specifications
Haymes: an Australian family-owned option
Haymes describes itself as an Australian-owned family business with roots in Ballarat. For homeowners who value local ownership, that can be part of the decision alongside product suitability.
Its Ultra Premium range includes Interior Expressions for interior work and Exterior Solashield for exterior work, as well as separate preparation and trim products. Haymes describes Expressions as a durable interior coating and Solashield as a durable exterior finish. Choosing Haymes does not mean limiting it to interiors: compare the relevant exterior product when specifying an outside job.
For any claim about low VOC content, application conditions or maintenance, check the exact product's current technical information. A feature on one product should not be assumed to apply to everything the brand sells.
Haymes company background · Haymes Ultra Premium range
What to compare before choosing
| Your project | What matters in the specification |
|---|---|
| Living rooms, bedrooms and hallways | The named interior product, sheen, cleaning requirements and preparation |
| Exterior weatherboards | Timber and coating condition, compatible primer where required, exterior finish and weather window |
| Windows and doors | Material, internal or external faces, existing coatings and how the finished window or door will operate |
| A room with persistent moisture problems | The moisture source and repair plan before selecting the decorative finish |
| A colour change | A physical sample, the selected finish and the agreed coverage requirements |
The useful comparison is between complete proposed systems: preparation, primer where needed and finish coats. A brand name cannot make an unsuitable surface ready for painting.
What about Taubmans, Wattyl and British Paints?
If another brand appears in your quote, ask the same questions. Which product will be used? Why is it suitable for this surface? What preparation and finish are included?
We would not dismiss an entire brand as suitable only for budget jobs. Equally, a higher-priced tin does not establish that a particular painting scope will give a better result. Compare the actual specification and the work included, rather than treating brand names as a fixed quality ranking.
Read the product guarantee carefully
A manufacturer's product guarantee and the painter's workmanship terms describe different things. Ask for both in writing where offered.
For example, Dulux's published Weathershield residential guarantee is subject to application and maintenance conditions. Its listed exclusions include substrate failure, colour fading and commercial premises. The product page describes replacement paint for qualifying affected areas; do not assume it promises every future repair cost. Read the current terms for your project before relying on a headline guarantee.
Dulux product and guarantee terms
Our recommendation for Melbourne homeowners
Dulux and Haymes are both worth discussing when you are planning a repaint. Our recommendation starts with your surfaces and the work they need, then the coating system, colour and finish.
Send Pars Painting Melbourne a few clear photos, your suburb and the areas you want painted. Include any peeling, staining or known leaks. For a suitable small job, useful photos, your suburb and preferred timing can support an initial estimate from Kian. Larger or unclear jobs need an on-site review. Photos alone do not fix the final price; Kian confirms the written quote.
Discuss your painting project with Kian · Melbourne painting quote guide
Common questions
Is Dulux always better than Haymes?
There is no single answer for every product and surface. Compare the named products, preparation and finish required for your job. Our preference for these brands is a professional recommendation, not an independently tested national ranking.
Can the same brand be used throughout the house?
Yes, a specification can use several products from one brand. That does not mean using the same paint on every surface: walls, ceilings, trim and exterior areas may call for different products.
Does premium paint remove the need for preparation?
No. The coating still needs a suitable base. Any required cleaning, repairs, removal of failing paint and priming should be addressed in the scope.