On the modern construction market there is a wide abundance of paints. Water-soluble now - the most demanded covering. Latex paint is a separate category of abrasion-resistant water-based dispersion enamels. After application, it forms a matte-silky surface with a slight gloss. Its degree is indicated on the label or contained in the very name of the paint. The popularity of coatings of this type is due to their consumer properties.
Latex paint: customer reviews
Those who have already used water-soluble enamels speak flatteringly about their quality. The benefits of these coatings speak for themselves:
- ecological purity - no harmful impurities;
- the possibility of applying a thin layer, which favorably emphasizes the relief of structural wallpaper;
- resistance to wet cleaning, dry abrasion - no marks when touched;
- affordability;
- convenient packaging (1-4 kg per container);
- versatility (suitable for walls of all materials, wallpaper, ceilings, wood flooring);
- disguisesmall defects;
- easy application compared to traditional whitewash;
- vapor permeability and porosity, thanks to which latex paint is successfully used to cover the ceiling in the bathroom. It perfectly absorbs steam, like whitewash, but also dries quickly;
- if necessary, can be washed off;
- fast drying, no lingering odor;
- no smudges, streaks or brush marks.
Application rules
Latex paint will stay on the walls for a long time, please with its matte silky color only if the following application technique is followed:
1. Surface preparation: cleaning from dust and dirt, grease stains, strengthening with acrylic impregnation and primer. Smooth concrete, brick, plastered walls, wallpaper can not be primed. The prepared substrate must be clean and dry.
2. For wallpaper application, it is better to use a spray gun or a soft roller.
3. Coloring should be done in several layers (2-3).
4. Water consumption is 1 liter per 9 sq.m. for the first layer, for subsequent ones less. The order of breeding must be precisely studied in the instructions. The first layer is diluted with plenty of water so that the latex adheres better to the surface to be painted.
5. The second layer is applied only on a dry base, not earlier than two days after the first coating. The enamel dries at a temperature of 20˚С for about 6 hours, but it can only hold a load after 72 hours.
Buyer Tips
- in rooms whereconstant wet cleaning is required, enamel with a higher degree of gloss should be used;
- so that the latex paint does not lose its properties, it must be stored correctly - at a positive temperature and no more than a year;
- purchase the desired color in advance, as the enamel is produced in white. The desired shade is achieved by tinting.
Latex paints are increasingly used in the renovation of residential premises, offices, hospitals, child care facilities. Unlike analogues, they support a he althy microclimate, as they are environmentally friendly. In terms of price and quality, the benefit from the purchase of such paint for the buyer is obvious. This modern finish offers ample opportunity for designer creativity.
