Vira Protect

Vira-Protect Anti-Viral & Anti-Bacterial Coating

Vira-Protect is a specialist anti-viral and anti-bacterial decorative coating designed for internal walls and ceilings in environments where hygiene, durability and easy cleaning are essential.

Using advanced silver ion technology and anti-microbial additives, Vira-Protect helps reduce bacteria and viruses that settle on coated surfaces while delivering a smooth professional decorative finish suitable for high-traffic commercial and residential environments.

The coating has been independently tested against Coronavirus, bacteria and E-Coli, making it ideal for buildings where maintaining cleaner wall and ceiling surfaces is a priority.

What It Does

• Provides anti-viral and anti-bacterial surface protection.
• Helps reduce harmful microorganisms on coated surfaces.
• Creates a durable decorative finish designed for regular cleaning.
• Suitable for walls and ceilings in high occupancy environments.
• Combines hygiene-focused technology with modern decorative appearance.

Why Choose Vira-Protect?

• Independently tested protection: proven reductions against Coronavirus, bacteria and E-Coli.
• Designed for high-traffic environments: suitable for corridors, stairwells, healthcare and public buildings.
• Class 1 scrub durability: designed to withstand frequent cleaning and maintenance.
• Smooth hardwearing finish: helps resist scuffing and surface wear.
• Wide decorative flexibility: available in thousands of colours and multiple sheen levels.

Where It Can Be Used

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities
• Schools and colleges
• Care homes and assisted living facilities
• Hotels and hospitality environments
• Offices and communal corridors
• Retail environments
• Residential interiors

Ideal For

• High occupancy buildings
• Healthcare refurbishment projects
• Public buildings requiring hygienic finishes
• Communal hallways and stairwells
• Education sector upgrades
• Commercial interiors with regular cleaning schedules
• Walls and ceilings requiring durable hygienic coatings

Anti-Viral & Anti-Bacterial Performance

• Independently tested to reduce Coronavirus by 91.5% within 2 hours.
• Tested to reduce bacteria by 99.9% within 24 hours.
• Tested to reduce E-Coli by 99.33% within 4 hours.
• Effective against Coronavirus, flu virus, MRSA and E-Coli.
• Manufactured to ISO 9001 standards.

How It Works

• Silver ion and anti-microbial additives are distributed throughout the coating.
• These active particles interact with microorganisms that settle on the surface.
• The coating helps damage protective outer structures of viruses and bacteria.
• This helps reduce survival and spread of microorganisms on coated areas.
• The durable finish also supports easier routine cleaning and maintenance.

Finish & Colour Options

• Available in matt and eggshell finishes.
• Over 2,500 RAL and BS colours available.
• Designed to provide a smooth professional decorative finish.
• Eggshell finish offers enhanced resistance to scuffing and wear.
• Suitable for both modern and traditional interiors.

Durability Benefits

• Class 1 wet scrub durability tested to ISO 11998.
• Designed for frequent cleaning programmes.
• Hardwearing finish suitable for high-traffic areas.
• Helps resist scuffing and surface wear.
• Suitable for long-term maintenance programmes in public environments.

Application Information

• Suitable for brush, roller or spray application.
• Apply one full coat at the specified coverage rate.
• Additional coats may be required over strong or heavily contrasting colours.
• Apply only to clean, dry and fully prepared surfaces.
• Do not apply below recommended temperature limits.

Surface Preparation

• Surfaces must be clean, dry and fully cured before application.
• Remove grease, dust, loose coatings and contaminants before painting.
• Hard glossy surfaces should be lightly abraded to improve adhesion.
• Treat mould contamination before decorating using a suitable mould treatment.
• Seal stubborn stains using a compatible primer where necessary.

Good To Know

• Vira-Protect supports hygiene management but should not replace standard cleaning procedures.
• Coverage rates are important to achieving tested performance.
• Eggshell finish provides the highest durability in heavy-use environments.
• Low odour water-based technology makes the coating easier to apply internally.
• Suitable for commercial and residential use.

Need A Decorative Paint With Added Hygiene Benefits?

Many standard decorative paints provide appearance only. Vira-Protect is designed for environments where maintaining cleaner wall and ceiling surfaces matters just as much as achieving a professional decorative finish.