A mural is more than just paint on a wall — it is a balance of artistry and cultural expression that shapes the visual identity of contemporary Australian spaces. Murals require paints that bring out the most minor details while standing firm against the test of time, especially outdoors.
That's why using the right paint is crucial — to preserve these important modern artworks and ensure they continue to inspire, engage and enrich our cities for years to come. If you're looking for the right paint for professional murals, consider using acrylic. Here's why.
Acrylic paint stays durable in any environment
Acrylic paint forms a tough, flexible film when drying, making it renowned for its exceptional durability. This protective layer helps resist cracking, peeling and fading, even when exposed to sunlight or harsh weather conditions. To further enhance this durability, acrylic glaze can also be applied, adding an extra layer of protection against the elements and ensuring the mural lasts even longer.
This natural resistance to the elements and strong adhesion to surfaces like brick, concrete, wood and metal ensure that murals remain intact, even under harsh conditions like intense sunlight or heavy rain. As a result, artists can trust that their murals will maintain their appearance and structural integrity for years, minimising the need for frequent maintenance or touch-ups.
Acrylic paint keeps colours vibrant over time
One of the standout features of acrylic paint is its ability to retain vibrant, bold colours over time. The pigments in acrylic paint are suspended in a synthetic polymer material that locks in the colour, ensuring it stays vivid even after the paint dries. This is why even after years of exposure to the sun's rays, the pigments in different acrylic paints maintain their intensity and brilliance, whether you opt for a glossy or matt finish.
Due to acrylic paint’s unique composition, which makes it resistant to dulling or fading, murals made with acrylic paint continue to reflect the artist's original vision even long after they are finished.
Acrylic paints work for versatile mural applications
Whether an artist works on a large-scale outdoor project or a small, intricate design indoors, acrylic paint's fast drying time makes it a versatile choice. This feature lets artists layer colours and build depth quickly without the long wait times associated with other paints.
Additionally, acrylic paints, such as low-sheen variants, use polymer binders for smooth coverage on large surfaces, while their fine pigments enable precise detailing for complex designs. And thanks to its quick-drying nature, artists working with acrylic paint work efficiently regardless of the scale or complexity of the mural.
Viponds Paints — your one-stop shop for acrylic paints
Viponds Paints, proudly Australian-owned and operated, has been a trusted name in specialist paints for over 65 years. As leaders in shop-fitting, mural and sign-writing paints, Viponds distributes its products across Australia, particularly in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.
Whether you’re an experienced professional artist or a novice learning basic techniques with the help of acrylic painting kits, Viponds Paints delivers the quality and variety to bring your artistic vision to life.
Contact us today to discover our acrylic paints and other offerings or if you need help picking out the right paint for your project — our team would be happy to assist.