Use of Dolomite Powder (1000 Mesh) in Primer & Emulsion
Dolomite powder ground to 1000 mesh is ultra-fine and has a silky smooth texture, making it suitable for premium-grade primers and emulsions where surface finish, smoothness, and high opacity are required.
In Primer:
Ultra-Smooth Film Formation
Extremely fine particles fill micro-gaps completely, producing a dense and silky primer coat.
Ideal for premium interior primers where topcoat finish is critical.
Opacity Enhancement
Functions as an excellent TiO₂ spacer, improving light scattering and coverage.
Allows partial replacement of TiO₂ without loss of hiding power.
Excellent Sandability
After drying, the surface sands to a fine powder, giving a glass-smooth finish for enamel or emulsion topcoats.
Better Adhesion & Sealing
Fills pores and seals surfaces effectively, reducing paint absorption of top layers.
Where It Works Well in Distemper:
Smooth Finish Distemper
For premium-grade distempers, 1000 mesh dolomite can give a finer, smoother surface compared to coarser grades (300–500 mesh).
Useful when targeting a velvety, high-touch finish.
Improved Opacity
Very fine particles help scatter light better and can slightly improve coverage in light shades.
Works well when combined with calcite to optimize brightness.
Colour Uniformity
In tinted distemper shades, the fine particles aid in uniform pigment dispersion and prevent patchiness.
Surface Binding
The fine size increases contact area with binders (e.g., glue, casein, acrylic), improving adhesion to the wall.
In Emulsion Paint:
Silky, Uniform Finish
Adds softness and evenness to wall finishes, especially in silk, semi-gloss, and luxury matt emulsions.
Whiteness & Brightness
If sourced from high-brightness dolomite, contributes to clean colour tones.
In white emulsions, supports brightness; in tinted emulsions, gives uniform colour dispersion.
Film Strength & Durability
Improves scrub resistance, hardness, and overall coating strength.
Cost Efficiency
Replaces a portion of expensive pigments and binders, lowering cost without reducing performance in premium emulsions.
Where 1000 Mesh Dolomite is Best Used:
Premium interior primers (under luxury paints)
Silk and semi-gloss emulsions
Smooth-finish putties (blended with fine calcite)
White or pastel shades where high smoothness is desired