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Paint trends 2022: the 15 best colors you need for your home

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The best paint trends are one of the hottest topics in interior design at the moment. Bold, brave and beautiful room color schemes are redefining the way we see color, but where to start when it comes to choosing the best paint for your space?

When it comes to refreshing our homes with color, it takes careful consideration and expertise to choose a paint palette that is timeless and enduring. Applying a new lick of paint to your walls is an excellent way to give your interiors a fresh-faced makeover. But which color sample pots should you be buying, and what are the biggest paint trends for 2022?

The top paint trends 2022

We've teamed up with a host of color experts to bring you the most exciting paint trends in the year ahead. Brushes at the ready...

1. Create calm with blue

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Fresh and inviting, blue is certainly worthy of its place in the spotlight. There are endless shades of blue room ideas for all your color trend and room color needs. Many blues have their own beneficial qualities but there's nothing quite like sky blue – a mood-lifting hue that is ideal for quiet spaces, reading rooms and even outdoor spaces.

'We love this color for being neither loud nor cold – it adds an instant freshness to outdoor spaces.' says Ruth Mottershead, creative director, Little Greene .

2. Beautify with soft lilac

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Lilac, especially at the lighter end of the scale, can be used as a softer, more romantic version of grey so if you want a look that feels clean and unfussy but with a little character, this is your ‘go to’ shade when thinking about room color schemes.

'Lilac is a calming, comforting color, it makes you want to relax and stay in an interior longer.' says Saffron Hare, creative director, James Hare . It is a hue that encourages quiet moments of contemplation.

3. Decorate with a barely-there beige-grey

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It's fair to say that we've been championing colorful interior schemes and bold decorating ideas for some time, but a neutral whole-house color scheme can enable beautiful architecture and decorative furniture to make a true style statement within your home.

When it's comes home ideas and planning your scheme, it's often best to consider the overall color palette of a room early on, this will assist with defining the other aspects within the space as the project moves forward. For example, a neutral shade, like this beige-grey, may need to be paired with other materials to truly sing: timber, leather and marble work particularly well.

4. Warm up with earthy pinks

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Earthy pinks – these natural hues, somewhere between red, pink and brown, conjure up warmth in any room and are reminiscent of late summer evening sunsets.

‘Rhubarb is my go-to color; added to a neutral scheme, it creates warmth, depth and a touch of the unexpected,' says Georgie Wykeham, founder, Georgie Wykeham Designs . 'Used on its own, it is a very easy color to live with and yet it also works beautifully with blues, greens, pinks and reds.’

5. Make a room feel grounded

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While this rich caramel hue definitely belongs to the neutral color family, we think it packs a strong punch that blends well with natural materials, as well as patterned fabrics, to create a calm and relaxing space.

‘This sandy shade has such depth to it,' says Laura Stephens, founder, Laura Stephens Interior Design . 'It makes a room feel warm so is good for north-facing rooms and those that don’t get a lot of natural light. It works really well with both crisp whites and also colors closer in tone, such as burgundy and olive green. It also makes stronger colors like a royal blue pop against it. It’s so versatile.’

6. Inspire with orange paint trends

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Vibrant and inviting, deep orange packs a pinch and is full of optimism and hope.

‘For me, the home should be filled with bright color trends and bold patterns as they add personality to a space,' says ’ Emma Deterding, founder, Kelling Designs. 'Orange shades are a great choice – they bring an uplifting feel during the day and can help create a cozy, relaxed atmosphere in the evening, showing how versatile this color is in different light.'

An orange entrance hall is a wonderful way to welcome people to a home. Here, the interior of the client’s antique Chinese lacquered cabinet inspired the glossy walls of this apartment. A strong sense of orange was carried throughout the scheme.

7. Warm up with mid-brown taupe

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Reminiscent of velvety cocoa, this mid-brown taupe is a striking color for any room. Depending on the furniture and accent color ideas introduced alongside, it has the flexibility to range from looking neat and tailored to soft and welcoming. Insiders reveal how to use it to best effect.

‘Timeless neutrals lend themselves to historic properties, creating warm backgrounds for original features,' says Louise Wicksteed, design director, Sims Hilditch. 'When opting for a neutral shade on the walls and ceiling, be playful with your soft furnishings and consider threading splashes of color and pattern through the fabric used for your scatter cushions.’

8. Escape with an ocean-inspired palette

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Instantly energizing, an ocean hue offers a mental escape route from busy schedules and looming deadlines. It’s versatile, too: turn up the intensity with a gloss finish or subdue it in a flat matt.

‘Reminiscent of endless tropical skies and oceans, this color is full of vitality even on a grey day,' says Tricia Guild, founder and creative director, Designers Guild.

'Some consider blue room ideas to be cold (and it can be sometimes) but this powerful, punchy shade is anything but; rather it is enlivening in its strength. Use it with a white for crisp simplicity, make it dramatic with darker hues or take it to the Caribbean with pastel tones. It responds beautifully to sunlit rooms but looks equally stunning with low lighting and candlelight.’

9. Energize with yellow paint trends

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An earthy tobacco shade, this golden hue creates rooms that are rich, warm and inviting throughout the year – and it also allows artwork to pop out from the walls.

'Yellow is a color that evokes happiness and provides a sense of positivity,' says Andy Greenall, head of design, Paint & Paper Library. 'It is perfect for areas of the home where there is much activity and socializing, such as the kitchen and dining room, where it adds energy and vitality.'

It’s easier to incorporate this color into a scheme if you’re slightly put off by bright yellow paint in your home – and is particularly effective in darker, moodier spaces as it creates a feeling of warmth.

10. Ground your space with an earthy brown

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Considered a dark neutral, earthy brown living room ideas are grounding but also has an elegance that is truly sophisticated. Versatile, it can be striking on its own or allow other hues to stand proud.

‘Don’t be scared to use dark colors in a small, gloomy room,' says Natalie Forbes and Louisa Rix, co-founders, Forbes Rix Design. 'It’s never going to look light, so choose a rich color and the effect can be truly transformative.’

Mike Fisher, creative director and founder, Studio Indigo agrees: ‘We believe north-facing rooms should be painted a dark or strong color, like brown, to make it more cocooning and those on the south side in lighter colors. The thinking is where you have darkness you should bring color, warmth and joy.’ .

11. Decorate with an easy to live with grey

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A grey that straddles the boundaries between blue, green and grey can be many things: front and centre or a background to show off art and objects. Easy to live with, it looks beautiful in west- or south-facing rooms while being suitably moody in spaces with less light.

‘I love using this sort of color on walls as it allows paintings and portraits to really sing out,' says Anna Haines, founder, Anna Haines Design. 'It feels both calming and quiet and also works as the ideal backdrop for a range of rich textiles, decorative antique rugs and furniture.’

12. Exude confidence with color

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Mood-lifting and warm, yellow room ideas bring energy, confidence and optimism to a space. It can be used anywhere in the home but is particularly effective in busy spaces, such as hallways and kitchens, or north-facing rooms that lack light.

‘The kitchen, often seen as the heart of the home, is the perfect space to use bolder colors, such as Little Greene’s Giallo, reminiscent of golden sun, which will bring joy and create an energetic scheme,' says Ruth Mottershead, creative director, Little Greene.

'You can use this to highlight architectural details or pair it with soft greens and whites, such as the new shades Garden and Silent White, both by Little Greene, in the rest of the space, for a more elegant and pared-back scheme.’

13. Be inspired by the natural world

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Green room ideas, inspired by the natural world, olive is restful with a touch of heritage. Strong yet soothing, it brings an enveloping feel but can also sit quietly and allow bold furniture to shine.

‘This is a wonderful color that works well all through the year and is ideal if you are trying to bring an element of nature or a heritage feel into a more contemporary city home,' says Emma Sims-Hilditch, founder and creative director, Sims Hilditch. 'It’s a restful and calming shade which not only works well on cabinetry but also looks great on walls.’

What's more, green is generally considered the best color for a bedroom by paint experts for a calming, sleepy scheme.

14. Be drawn to the quite sophistication of pink

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Pink room ideas the new decorating neutral – it has a natural ability to deliver warmth and interest without overwhelming a space. But choosing the right shade can be a thorny task when you’re faced with everything from soft rose pinks to peachy tones. The key is to pick a serene hue. Enter Potters Pink from Heritage by Dulux, a soft, clay-like shade that brings sophistication to a living space but is subtle enough for a calming bedroom. It complements most colors, but olive greens, rich browns and deep burgundy will truly make it sing.

15. Encourage creativity with purple

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Purple room ideas are having something of a moment. Pantone, the global color authority for the design community, has announced a new blue shade, PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri, a dynamic periwinkle blue hue with a vivifying violet red undertone as the Pantone Color of the Year selection for 2022.

Blending the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red, this happiest and warmest of all the blue hues introduces an empowering mix of newness.

'As we move into a world of unprecedented change, the selection of Very Peri brings a novel perspective and vision of the trusted and beloved blue color family,' says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute.

'Encompassing the qualities of the blues, yet at the same time possessing a violet-red undertone, Very Peri displays a spritely, joyous attitude and dynamic presence that encourages courageous creativity and imaginative expression.'

What colors will trend in 2022?

The colors that will trend in 2022 are noted to create calm and serenity – or evoke creativity and optimism. Pantone, the global color authority for the design community, has announced that purple and blue paint will play a huge role in our decorating choices. But while this vivid color is set to be pivotal, we also noticed many paint companies opting for more subdued neutral color palettes. Think taupes, beige and soft pinks.

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15 Best Paint Colors for 2022

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We spoke with designers to help you pick the perfect interior hue.

By Monique Valeris

Jan 12, 2022

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The new year is the perfect time to consider a home refresh. But if a gut renovation isn't part of your plans, giving your space a new look with a fresh coat of paint is the next best thing. Cover all four walls with calming blues or neutrals, or go for an arresting accent color — think everything from dreamy pinks to moody black tones. If you're looking to have even more fun with your abode, give one of the 2022 Colors of the Year a try. Benjamin Moore chose October Mist, a soft sage; Sherwin-Williams also selected a subdued green, Evergreen Fog; on the other hand, Pantone decided to go bold with Very Peri, a lively periwinkle color.

In an effort to offer some guidance on choosing the best hues, we've tapped a selection of design pros to reveal the best painting trends for 2022. Use these expert-approved picks to land on the right interior paint color for your home.

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Pantone's Very Peri

"As we move into a world of unprecedented change, the selection of PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri brings a novel perspective and vision of the trusted and beloved blue color family. Encompassing the qualities of the blues, yet at the same time possessing a violet-red undertone, PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri displays a spritely, joyous attitude and dynamic presence that encourages courageous creativity and imaginative expression." — Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute

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Periwinkle Blue

"Expect to see shades of periwinkle blue as a big focus for a paint refresh this spring. This color will complement existing color trends that have been popular this past year like rust color tones and shades of green." — Angela Belt, Angela Belt Interiors

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Benjamin Moore's October Mist

Benjamin Moore picked a soft sage called October Mist as its 2022 Color of the Year. The versatile shade is part of the paint brand's 2022 Color Trends palette that includes primary hues, pale tones and botanical shades. “As the spaces in our homes continue to evolve, we uncover more opportunities to express our individuality and leverage the power of color to design environments that serve different functions and styles. October Mist 1495 and the corresponding Color Trends 2022 palette reflects an effortless harmony of colors, while inspiring unique combinations for any paint project.” — Andrea Magno, Director of Color Marketing & Development, Benjamin Moore

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Sherwin Williams' Evergreen Fog

"Evergreen Fog is a sophisticated wash of color for spaces that crave a subtle yet stunning statement shade. Evergreen Fog inspires us to begin again and is a great choice for modern interiors and exteriors." — Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing, Sherwin-Williams

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Moody Hues

"You can't go wrong with making small spaces delicious with dark and smooth shades of black/moody hues. We especially love Jasper by Sherwin-Williams." — Hillary Stamm of HMS Interiors

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Benjamin Moore's Raccoon Fur

"Benjamin Moore's Raccoon Fur has lovely blue undertones and takes the light differently throughout the day. It's dramatic without being too jarring. It can also help add character to cabinets and set the tone for a space." — Rebecca Hay of Rebecca Hay Designs

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Vibrant and Earthy Hues

"Paint trends will fall into two distinct camps this year: those who are seeking reassurance from nature and are choosing earthy, organic shades. Think olive greens, sandy neutrals and clay-toned terracotta shades. This kind of desert palette shade that always looks luxurious and comforting, whether on walls or textiles. On the other hand, lots of people are leaning towards the kind of vibrant, energizing and exciting hues, which were popular in the '50s. " — Annie Sloan

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Warm Neutrals

"Bright neutrals with a touch of warmth are on the verge. These shades add such great timeless depth and character. Paired with warm woods, rich rust velvet and dusty blush, these colors feel neutral and nuanced. The best option is Benjamin Moore's White Dove!" — Libby Rawes of Sharp + Grey Interiors

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Pratt & Lambert's Feather Gray

"A very popular and favorite neutral paint color is any match of Pratt & Lambert's Feather Gray. This is such a sophisticated upgrade from a traditional neutral that can add a lot of depth to a room." — Jill Croka, Jill Croka Designs

Farrow & Ball

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Farrow & Ball's Drop Cloth

"Farrow & Ball Drop Cloth is my favorite on-trend color for 2022. I used it on kitchen cabinets in a Spanish home, and it's the perfect neutral color to add warmth without looking too stark. It complements both bronze and brass plumbing fixtures nicely." — Jessica Nicastro of Jessica Nicastro Design

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Terracotta

"While it seems people are still craving calm neutrals in their interiors, there is now a desire to spice things up. Faded Terracotta by Farrow & Ball is a warm, earthy tone that pairs beautifully with lighter creams, deep browns and sage green.” — Shannon Niehenke, Narrative Design Studio

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Muted Palettes

"This year is all about muted palettes in plaster and limewash finishes. Limewash is a paint technique that creates a warm and textural effect on your walls. It blends European sophistication with an organic natural effect." — Marina Hanisch, Marina Hanisch Interiors

Courtesy of Tanya Hembree

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Shades of Aqua

"Greens, aquas and peacock tones may seem like a flash from your grandmother's wardrobe, but those colors are sneaking into the top projects and designs for 2022 here at Onyx + Alabaster. One of our current remodel projects, a Nashville historic home, is set to show off these gorgeous samples and finishes, making brave and bold colors a thing of the future. With sensuous botanicals, bold papers and velvety rich textures, we're blending a unique style of historic, glam and modern simplicity. " — Tanya Hembree, Onyx & Alabaster

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Dusky Blues & Greens

"With the latest COVID variant, people are still looking for a feeling of relaxation in their homes, so I'm predicting a return to blues and greens in light dusky hues as well as lime washes." — Tiffanni Reidy, Reidy Creative

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Light Gray

"For people who have 'white wall syndrome,' light gray is the perfect 2022 upgrade. Benjamin Moore’s Gray Owl is my go-to. It’s crisp and beautiful without being too stark, and it plays off deep saturated colors well. I also love using it on double-height ceilings to make the room feel even larger. Another favorite shade is Benjamin Moore’s Distant Gray, which I used as the exterior color on my new hotel, The Madrona." — Jay Jeffers, JayJeffers Inc.

30 Stylish White Bathroom Ideas

Monique Valeris Senior Home Editor Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital.

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Flame retardant paint
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Antiseptic paint
Rubber paint VD-AK-101
Winter Paint
Facade paint
Washable paint
Interior paint VD-AK-201 high hiding power.
Pearl paint.
Leveling sports flooring.
The sports covering softening.
Fresh concrete coating.
Roofing material
Wood Sealant
Wood impregnating paint.
Metal paint
Parquet varnish and its application technology
Protective varnish.
Polymer concrete.
Superelastic paint VD-AK-101
Hardening impregnation for concrete, plaster, wood and technology of its application.
Impregnation to prevent cracking of timber and logs
Impregnation decorative for wood, colored.
Putty "Extra" summer and "Winter"
Glue "Extra".
Floor paint and its application
Ceiling paint and application technology
Wall paint and its application
Facade paint and technology of its application.
Tennis courts, sports fields, and methods for their coloring.
How to paint windows (wood, plastic, metal).
How to paint the roof.
Foam concrete protection.
Protection against condensation in cellars and pipes.
Special properties of paints.
How to paint doors.
New heat-saving material. The technology of building an economical dwelling.
Polyurethane varnish and paint, water-based, one component
Rubber paint VD-AK-101 and its properties
Winter Paint
Floor paint
Special paint for wood
How to paint walls
How to paint the facade
Ceiling paint
Floor varnish
Metal paint
Foam concrete waterproofing compound
High Coverage Paint

Rubber paint VD-AK-101 general characteristics

Rubber paint VD-AK-101 general characteristics of the material

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Flame retardant paint

Everyone needs non-flammable paints. They help save people's lives, increase the fire resistance of buildings. Therefore, a lot of attention was paid to the issue of creating such paint.

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Techniques for the correct application of waterproofing mastic

Techniques for the correct application of waterproofing mastic (based on practical experience)

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Antiseptic paint

Antiseptic paint is used where ordinary materials are covered with mold, fungi due to high humidity and the presence of a nutrient medium. These are, as a rule, dairies, meat processing plants, various food industries, where wet cleaning is often carried out.

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Rubber paint VD-AK-101

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Winter Paint

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Facade paint

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Washable paint

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Interior paint VD-AK-201 high hiding power.

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Pearl paint.

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Leveling sports flooring.

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Coating for fresh concrete.

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Roofing material

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Wood Sealant

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Wood impregnating paint.

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Metal paint

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Parquet varnish and its application technology

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Protective varnish.

Protective varnish is intended for finishing the outer surface of logs, lining, beams on the walls of houses. The need to develop this material is due to the fact that the existing varnishes ("yacht" and the like) do not withstand the effects of atmospheric ...

Polymer concrete.

Polymer concrete is a water-based polymer admixture to the cement-sand mixture.

Polymer-concrete, when added to the dry mix, makes it durable and waterproof. It can be applied with a thickness of even 1 mm. on concrete, brick ...

Superelastic Paint VD-AK-101

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Hardening impregnation for concrete, plaster, wood and technology of its application.

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Impregnation to prevent cracking of timber and logs

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Impregnation decorative for wood, colored.

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Putty "Extra" summer and "Winter"

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Glue "Extra".

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Ceiling paint and application technology

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Wall paint and how to use it

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Facade paint and technology of its application.

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How to paint the roof.

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Surface water-repellent, heat-resistant, heat-shielding, scratch-resistant.

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Winter Paint

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Industrial painting

Workshops, warehouses have a large area and many different fittings (mainly iron). Therefore, it is convenient to paint them with our paint for interior work with an anti-corrosion additive. This paint has ...

How to paint the facade

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Ceiling paint

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Floor varnish

Metal paint

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Foam concrete waterproofing compound

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High Coverage Paint

Interior paint VD-AK-201 covers any surface very well. After the fire in the Gorbachev Foundation, the multi-storey building inside was covered with soot. The builders faced a difficult task, which seemed time-consuming ...

Read more… Today, many people do repairs on their own, and every year there are more opportunities for this. How to make sure that in the future the paint does not fade, crack or swell? What you need to know before painting and how to choose paint? Let's deal with these questions.

So let's choose paint. What do you need to know? First, make it a rule to always prepare the surface before painting. We take a rag and wash off everything that we have accumulated: grease, dirt, soot. Oh, are you so clean? And the dust? We remove it too. Then we remove the old paint, especially if it is swollen and cracked. It can be done mechanically, or it can be done with a special liquid for removing old paint. We putty the bumps. And whose wall often turns black, it's time to treat it with an antiseptic. There are many ways to protect the surface and make it durable. Now let's get to the primer. It will allow the paint to stick better and play the role of protection. The primer is applied both to the new surface and to the old paint (if the layer is thin and it lies evenly). And only after complete drying can you start painting. If the surface is not even, has cracks, bumps and pits, you need to use putty, and after applying the primer.

If you want to give the surface special properties, for example, to protect it from corrosion or make it resistant to temperature changes, or simply to protect the surface from the effects of various microorganisms, such as mold, fungi, lichen, you need antiseptics and impregnations. But sometimes active antiseptic substances are contained in the paints themselves.

You should also consider the compatibility of paints. It is easier to initially select a compatible material than to wash off the old paint “to zero”, neutralize the reaction and only then continue to work according to the algorithm, as on a new surface. Ignorance can lead to a very unpleasant surprise.

How to read a paint label?

Paints are conditionally divided into groups according to the type of film-forming base. They are emulsion, alkyd, adhesive, silicate. But more on that later. The necessary information is indicated in alphanumeric codes on the bank. The first two letters indicate the nature of the film-forming base.

Polyamides (AD)
Polyacrylates (AK)
Polyacrylic copolymers (AC)
Cellulose Acetate (AC)
Bitumens and pitches (BT)
Polyvinyl acetate (VA)
Polyvinyl buteral (VL)
Vinyls and vinyl acetates (BH)
Polyvinyl acetate (PV) copolymers
Glyphthalic resins (GF)
Idienkumaron resins (IR)
Rosin (KK)
Polyurethanes (UR)
Silicone resins (SR)
Kopals (KP)
Carbinol copolymers (CS)
Rubbers (CN)
Vegetable oils (MA)
Melominoalkyds (ML)
Alkyd and oil styrene (MS)
Urea-formaldehyde resins (MF)
Nitrocellulose (NC)
Pentaphthalic resins (PF)
Saturated polyesters (PE)
Phenol alkyls (FA)
Cresol formaldehydes (FL)
Phenolic oil resins (FM)
Fluoroplastics (FP)
Poly- and perchlorovinyls (CV)
Vinyl chloride (VC) copolymers
Shellac (SHL)
Epoxy resins (EP)
Polyethylene and polyisobutylene (ET)
Epoxy ester resins (EP)
Ethylcellulose (EC)
Amber (YAN)

Next comes the numeric code. The first one or two digits will tell you about the scope. The rest of the numbers are the serial number.

weather resistant (1)
indoor resistance (2)
for preservation of hardware (3)
hot water resistant (4)
special purpose, e.g. leather, fur (5)
oil resistant (6)
resistance to aggressive media (7)
heat resistant (8)
electrical insulation properties (9)
semi-finished products, as well as varnishes and primers (0)
putties (00)

In marking, the exception is finished oil paints. The letters MA - denote oil paint, the first digit is the scope, the second - which drying oil is used as the basis:

natural (1)
oxol (2)
glyptal (3)
pentaphthalic (4)
combined (5)

And now let's talk about groups of paints and determine the main advantages and disadvantages of certain materials for painting.

First group: water-based paints

Emulsion paints

Emulsion paints are diluted with water (do not dissolve), their binder base and coloring particles are distributed in an aqueous medium, forming a stable emulsion. After drying, they are not washed off with water. But it is easy to wash hands and tools from them (until the material is dry). Emulsion paints are economical, distinguished by their environmental friendliness, fire safety. Sticks well to almost any surface. Metal coatings must be primed to prevent corrosion. Emulsion paints must not be applied to a surface previously painted with glossy paints, adhesive paints. The same applies to lacquered surfaces. In turn, after emulsion paints, you can use any paints and enamels. Emulsion paints dry quickly and do not have a sharp unpleasant odor. They are alkali resistant.

Emulsion paints are divided into: water-based, acrylic, polyvinyl acetate (PVA), latex, water-dispersion and silicone. Many people think that water-based and water-dispersion paints are one and the same. All of them do not have the peculiarity of peeling off, they are permeable to air and water vapor, that is, they “breathe”. Suitable for rooms with high humidity, not frost-resistant, but retain their color for a long time (read a detailed analysis of how to choose the color of a room).

But there are still differences. Matte water-based paints are gradually washed off over time, and water-dispersion moisture-resistant paints, which means they are suitable for repeated washing. In addition, water-dispersion paints are mostly white, and water-based paints amaze with a variety of colors. Water-dispersion paints must not be applied at temperatures below +5°C.

In addition, there are water-based paints designed to create three-dimensional effects - textured paints, which are also called structural paints. They can successfully decorate surfaces. Such coatings are also distinguished by high strength. They can play the role of reinforcement to protect the surface from cracking. Often, textured paints are called decorative plasters or textured plasters

Textured plasters

The binder for Acrylic Paints are acrylic resins. These paints are highly elastic (adapted to the specifics of the wood) and have great durability. High-quality acrylic paints are able to cover hairline cracks up to 0.5 mm. Too bad they are quite expensive. Their cheaper counterparts are made on the basis of acrylic copolymers. Acrylic paints are frost-resistant, but only after complete drying. They have low gas permeability, and therefore can well protect against corrosion, for example, reinforced concrete. Suitable for alkaline bases, but they can be applied to fresh plaster no earlier than a month later. The reason is the low gas impermeability: carbon dioxide is involved in the hardening process of the plaster, and this process is quite long.

Acrylic paints

Acrylic paints are not suitable for buildings with damp walls. These paints are perfectly tinted and resistant to ultraviolet, excellent color retention. They also combine water repellency and vapor resistance. They have the highest mechanical resistance.

Latex paints

Latex paints are the most expensive of the emulsion paints. They are made with the addition of latex. This gives a strong water-repellent effect, which means you can wash the surface as much as you want. They are able to tighten hairline cracks up to 1 mm. Latex paints are used on different surfaces: structured wallpaper, walls (concrete, plaster, brick, drywall), ceilings. Dry in 20-60 minutes. But their light fastness is lower than that of emulsion acrylic paints and PVA.

Polyvinyl acetate (PVA) paints

Polyvinyl acetate (PVA) paints, unlike latex, are the most budgetary. However, they also have low water resistance, and with regular washing, the coating is gradually washed away with water. The paint is environmentally friendly, highly resistant to light, oils and fats, suitable for indoor use, especially for painting ceilings. By the way, read the article on how to choose paint for the ceiling.

Silicone paints

Here, emulsified silicone resins serve as a binding element. Silicone resins are sometimes even added to acrylic paints. Silicone paints, when dried, form a water-repellent surface, but they perfectly pass air and water vapor. They have high elasticity and are able to cover hairline cracks up to 2 mm. Silicone paints can be applied to fresh plaster after 48 hours (and not after 30 days like acrylic paints). Silicone paints can be applied to all types of mineral surfaces.

They are compatible with acrylic latex and mineral paints. They can even be applied over old silicate paint. Silicone coatings are resistant to dirt, and also prevent the development of microorganisms. Their only drawback is their high cost. Therefore, they are used mainly for decoration, especially if they want to emphasize the prestige of the building.

Second group: solvent based paints

Alkyd paints

The binding element of alkyd paints is alkyd resin. Alkyd paints include enamel and oil paints. Suitable for painting plastered surfaces as well as wood and metal substrates (eg metal radiators). After drying, non-toxic, waterproof.

Oil paints

Popular in the past, oil paints are made on the basis of drying oil. Thinners are white spirit, turpentine, solvent naphtha or gasoline. They cost quite little, but dry for a very long time (up to several days). When dried, they release harmful substances, so they are more suitable for outdoor work. Their significant drawback is that over the years the painted surface turns yellow.

Enamels

Enamel paints are made on the basis of varnish and it is precisely because of this that they have a high gloss and look very beautiful. Enamel paints are used for painting metal, appliances, wooden surfaces, walls (plastered and puttied), and so on. They can be used for both indoor and outdoor work. Nitroenamels dry very quickly - 15-45 minutes. Enamel paints are waterproof and resistant to rust and light.

Third group: silicate paints

Silicate paints

Silicate paints are made on the basis of liquid glass, they can be classified as mineral. This is one of the best ways to protect the facade. Characteristics of silicate paints: vapor and air permeability, increased resistance to temperature extremes and ultraviolet radiation, friability, weak reaction to water. It should be borne in mind that silicate paints are not only stable, they are practically indelible. Silicate paints are diluted with water and contain alkali - take care of your eyes and skin. They must not be applied to surfaces previously painted with acrylic or alkyd paints, or applied to glass, ceramic, stone or metal surfaces. But they are suitable for alkaline surfaces, for example, plasters. The primer before painting should also be silicate.

Silicate paints cannot protect walls from atmospheric moisture. During heavy rains, water, albeit not for long, lingers in the walls. However, with poor waterproofing of the foundation, they are very useful if the humidity in the walls is higher than atmospheric. The color range of silicate paints is limited due to the alkali contained in the composition.

Fourth group: glue paints

glue paints

Made from water-based organic polymers. They are environmentally friendly because they do not contain toxic or harmful chemical compounds. Their properties are similar to emulsion paints, but adhesive paints are less resistant to moisture, so the scope of application is very limited - such materials are only suitable for painting dry rooms. Adhesive paints are produced in dry form and diluted with water immediately before use.