Peintures DULUX VALENTINE, tests et avis

Product reviewed

Dulux Valentine consumer paints, tested via ManoMano (noted free shipping and small “tester” pots for ~€1.90). The review compares multiple Dulux Valentine variants on indoor walls and an exterior/facade-like surface.

Key features mentioned

Tester system (ManoMano)

• Small paint testers for ~€1.90 each to trial color/finish before buying larger cans.
• Testing approach described:
  • Apply to a small area/paper
  • Optionally apply to a small wall patch

Indoor paint (satin finish)

• Used a 2L pot (satin) with stated coverage around ~10 m² per liter (the video repeatedly cites this order of magnitude).
• Selected gray shades (e.g., “trendy gray”), then tested anthracite on the back wall.
• Finish behavior claims:
  • No projection (no splatter issues noted, including in the toilet/bath context)
  • Easy to clean: water/wiping suggested (especially for toilet use)
  • Maintains a satin sheen; not overly glossy even in raking light

Exterior / facade paint variant

• Described as a solvent-based facade product.
• Coverage discussion:
  • Claims discussed as somewhat worse in practice
  • Mentioned range like ~2 to 4 m² per liter
  • In practice: about ~1 m² per coat after two coats (for the reviewer’s situation)
• Application notes:
  • Product described as very thick, penetrating gaps/rough spots well
  • Spraying is possible, but the reviewer says it takes time with rollers/tools
  • Advises: for raw surfaces, apply a first coat to penetrate

Pros (as stated in the video)

• Good final look on walls (reviewer appears genuinely satisfied with the result)
• Satin finish performs well
  • “Impeccable” coverage for the indoor satin use in the reviewer’s scenario
  • No marks/tracing once dried (repeated emphasis)
• Cleaning/washability for the indoor application (toilet use case)
• Thick application behavior can fill small gaps/imperfections, producing a “super clean” look on the thicker paint
• Tester system reduces color risk, especially when choosing darker tones (e.g., anthracite vs lighter grays)
• Price vs quality can be good value for some categories (though the reviewer later calls the price-quality “terrible” for a specific Dulux Valentine indoor paint)

Cons (as stated in the video)

• Price-quality ratio criticism
  • Reviewer gives “two stars” repeatedly as an overall score
  • Says the product is too expensive for what they feel you get, especially compared to pro brands
• Paint thickness (major negative)
  • For at least one test (and implied across variants), the paint is very thick
  • Suggests thinning the first coat with water (especially the first coat) to improve ease of use
• Smell (notably for solvent-based/facade)
  • Reports an “unmistakable petrol/solvent smell” initially
  • Says it may reduce over time
• Coverage disappointment for the facade product
  • Consumes more than expected; practical coverage lower than advertised
• Application friction/time
  • Describes longer work time for exterior/roller-based application

Comparisons made

• With higher-end/pro brands and similar mainstream paints
  • Compared against top-of-the-line PPG
  • Mentions “trade prices” vs consumer pricing
  • Claims other professional-grade brands can match similar quality levels (Turkey manufacturing is mentioned, and they question whether professionals influence pricing/quality)
• With other paints the reviewer uses
  • Contrasts with HB paints, noting HB can be more expensive per liter but hinting experience/performance differs
• Within the Dulux Valentine line
  • Indoor satin vs exterior facade treated differently:
    • Indoor seems more satisfactory
    • Exterior has stronger negatives (thickness/coverage/smell)

Ratings / numerical points included

• Overall rating mentioned: “two stars” (repeated multiple times)
• Coverage figures mentioned (approximate, from the video)
  • Indoor: about ~10 m² per liter, plus room-level examples (e.g., bedrooms/toilet)
  • Facade: about ~2–4 m² per liter, and in the reviewer’s result ~1 m² per coat depending on conditions/coats
• Tester price: ~€1.90 per small tester
• Additional earlier pricing context: €37.90 for 3 liters (not clearly the Dulux Valentine being scored; part of broader testing setup)
  • The Dulux Valentine scores remain framed as two stars

Unique points mentioned about user experience

• Tester pots help avoid buying the wrong shade (especially anthracite becoming too dark)
• Satin finish looks good under normal conditions and raking light
• Thick paint benefits: fills tiny gaps; drawback: harder handling unless thinned first coat
• Ventilation/smell management needed for the solvent-based facade variant
• Surface prep affects appearance
  • Reviewer admits not properly preparing a surface; imperfections like bumps appeared, but overall appearance looked fine in context

Speakers / views (single reviewer)

• Main speaker/reviewer delivers the full assessment:
  • Compares indoor satin performance vs exterior solvent-based problems
  • Uses multiple shades
  • Repeats the two-star verdict
  • Criticizes facade thickness/smell/coverage
  • Praises the indoor final wall appearance

Concise verdict / recommendation

Verdict: Mixed. The reviewer is generally happy with the indoor Dulux Valentine satin results (finish, cleanliness, look), but repeatedly concludes that performance versus price is not great, awarding roughly “two stars.”

Recommendation: Buy/testing is worthwhile if you use the small testers first and mainly care about the indoor satin look. For facade/solvent-based variants, expect strong smell, lower practical coverage, and thick consistency—and consider thinning the first coat and doing proper surface prep.