Choosing the suitable paint for your office or home is just not merely
about deciding upon the color, and to get painters who are skilled in painting
is another important task. Determining the most appropriate paint would be
depending upon:
A)
The kind of surface (wallpaper, plasterboard, wood, tile,
plastic, brick, metal, aluminium, concrete, and so on)
B)
The surface’s condition
C)
The surface’s age
D)
The sort of paint that was used formerly
E)
Location (exterior, interior, high traffic, and so on)
The basics of paint
Paint is
composed of pigments, binders, and additive that are held together via oil or
other water-based solvents. The ratio of pigments and binders in the paint
would be determining the glossiness the end product would be having. The
glossier the product would be, the more durable it generally would be. The
purpose of the inclusion of the additives is that it would be enhancing the
paint’s performance, including mildew resistance, UV protection, splatter
resistance, easy cleaning, etc. The paint
ingredients’ quality determines the durability and longevity of the paint when
applied. Typically, cheaper paints consist of higher solvents percentage
compared to expensive ones.
Oil vs. water-based paints
Generally,
paint has 2 categories:
A)
Water
based latex paints
B)
Solvent
based paints, also known as alkyds or oil-based
Both of the
paints are usable on almost all the surfaces, each having its own pros and
cons. Latex paints are most popular for
several reasons. Generally, it is cheaper and can be applied in both exterior
and interior surfaces. Other features of this paint are:
A)
Fast drying time, generally from 1 to 6 hours
B)
Easy to clean with water
C)
Negligible
odor
D)
Superior
performance
E)
Mildew
resistant
F)
Superb
color and shine retention
Alkyd or
oil-based paints are popular still with the proficient painters for several
reasons. High quality oil based paints contains exceptional adhesion features,
meaning that they have well grip on the surface where it is applied and offer
terrific durability. Oil-based paints have the characteristics of being
resistant to stain, and since it becomes thicker, it dries out with little
brushstrokes, giving the surface an awesome appearance. Oil based paints are
most commonly used in interior surfaces on wood trim, cabinetry, and doors.
The drawbacks
of the alkyd or oil based paints are slow drying time, strong odor,
Difficult to
clean up and extra equipment required for cleanup.
Primers
Primers help
increasing the durability and quality of the paint job. It seals and produces
an even surface for the application of the paint. Choosing the appropriate
primers is necessary for the condition of the surface, the material type, as
well as for the environment. Both exteriors and interiors primers can be found.
Finishes
Finish of paint, also known as sheen or gloss, can have major impact on
both the look and service ability. In general, the glossier, the smoother is
the surface, and it is more resistant to washing as well as wear & tear
affects. When deciding upon the finish, think about the durability and the
choice of the color, since the paint’s gloss can change the color’s look.
Lighting is extremely important as well due to the quality of reflection in
glossier paints. There are 4 basic finishes:
A)
Matter
or flat finish paints contain the least gloss amount. They aid in hiding the
imperfections in painted surfaces and are mostly used on ceilings and walls.
This paint type is not right for the areas of high traffic as it is difficult
to clean.
B)
Eggshell
or satin finish paints have slight gloss or sheen. These finishes are mostly used
on trims or walls, since it has the ability to resist dirt and can be easily
cleaned. Moreover, satin finish is preferable for the exteriors as it has the
ability to shed water more readily and resists the sun’s affects.
C)
Semi-gloss
finish paints are prefers for bathrooms, kitchens, and children’s rooms. It is
highly durable and perfect for the areas of high traffic that requires often
cleaning.
D)
High
gloss finish paints are mostly used for highlighting the architectural
features. It is also used on windows, doors, and trims, and has high reflective
attribute that would turn up even little imperfections.
A)
Matter
for ceilings
B)
Low
gloss for walls
C)
Gloss
from trims
D)
Low –
high gloss for wet areas.
