Short answer: National Acrylic Super Emulsion is an economical, water-based acrylic emulsion for interior walls only, with a smooth flat finish, good adhesion and washability. National’s system is one coat of Acrylic Primer (W.B.), one coat of Stucco Filler, then two coats of Acrylic Super. It covers about 7.5 to 9.5 m² per litre, recoats in 2 to 4 hours at 30°C, and thins 10 to 15% with water.
National’s three economical interior emulsions
National makes three interior emulsions with the same solids and coverage on paper. They differ in resin, primer and, by the data sheets’ own wording, performance claims:
| Acrylic Super | Plastic | Acryl I | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resin | Acrylic | PVA copolymer | Vinyl-acrylic |
| Sheet’s claims | Good adhesion and washability | Good brushability and recoatability; low cost | Smooth matt decorative finish |
| Primer | Acrylic Primer (W.B.) | PVA Primer Sealer or White | PVA Primer Sealer or White |
| Stucco Filler | 1 coat | 2 coats | 2 coats |
| m² per litre | 7.5 to 9.5 (all three) | ||
Key facts
| Type | Water-based acrylic emulsion |
| Where | Interior only: concrete, plaster, masonry, brickwork, gypsum, wood |
| Finish and colours | Smooth flat; National shade card |
| Volume solids | 38 ± 2% |
| Specific gravity | 1.5 ± 0.05 |
| Spreading rate | 7.5 to 9.5 m² per litre (theoretical) |
| Film per coat | 40 to 50 microns dry (105 to 130 wet) |
| Drying at 30°C | Touch dry 1 hour; recoat 2 to 4 hours |
| Application | Brush, roller or spray (airless 2000 to 2500 psi, tip 0.018 to 0.021 inch) |
| Thinning | 10 to 15% with water |
| Shelf life | 18 months, sealed |
Step 1: prepare the wall
- Clean, dry and sound; brush off dust and loose material; degrease kitchen walls with detergent and rinse.
- Remove laitance and efflorescence on new plaster, as National’s surface preparation guide requires.
- Repair cracks with Joint Filler.
Step 2: the system
- Acrylic Primer (W.B.), one coat (10 to 12 m² per litre, recoat 2 to 3 hours).
- Stucco Filler, one coat.
- Acrylic Super Emulsion, two coats.
What the numbers mean
Coverage = 380 ÷ 40 = 9.5 and 380 ÷ 50 = 7.6 m² per litre, matching the sheet. A 45-micron coat needs about 118 microns wet.
How much to buy
| Job | Area | Acrylic Super, 2 coats | Acrylic Primer, 1 coat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 4 × 4 m, 3 m high | about 45 m² | 9.5 to 12 L | 3.8 to 4.5 L |
| Two-bedroom flat | about 200 m² | 42 to 53 L | 17 to 20 L |
| Office floor, walls | about 500 m² | 105 to 133 L | 42 to 50 L |
Frequently asked questions
Can I use it outside?
No, the data sheet says interior application only. For exterior walls, see Super Matt or Acryl Emulsion II.
Is “Acrylic Super” the same as “Super Matt”?
No. Acrylic Super is an economical interior emulsion (38% solids). Super Matt is an interior and exterior acrylic with 42% solids and slightly higher coverage.
Buy in Sharjah and Dubai
Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised National Paints retailer in Bu-Tina, Sharjah. Shop National Acrylic Primer 18 L, or message us on WhatsApp for Acrylic Super in your shade.
Sources
- National Acrylic Super Emulsion data sheet (PDF)
- National Acrylic Primer (W.B.) data sheet (PDF)
- National Paints surface preparation guide, Sec. A-2 (PDF)
All via AEC Online, retrieved 4 November 2026. Quantities are our own calculations. The main image is illustrative.
