White paint colours for walls

Content

• Basic classifications
• Mate or glossy
• Matte paints for walls
• What material for painting walls choose 9000,
• white paint for the ceiling
• 9000

not so long ago One of the most popular materials for wall decoration was wallpaper. However, thanks to new technologies, wall paint is becoming more and more popular. In the apartment you can make a unique appearance. A variety of drawings, patterns, decorative elements - this is not all the possibilities of this material. In addition, if desired, over time, you can easily change the color of the room by simply repainting it.

You may think that painting the walls of your house with paint will not have a breathable effect, and as a result, being in the room will be uncomfortable or even harmful. However, in this article, we will look at many options for environmentally friendly materials. Our goal is that after reading this material, you can choose the right paint for walls and ceilings. In addition, we will look at more about matte wall and ceiling paints and other types of this substance.

Basic classifications

Before going to the hardware store, you should think in advance what kind of paint you need. Do not put it off or neglect it, because the choice of paint cans is huge and it is quite easy to make a mistake with a purchase. To begin with, let's look at the main and types of this substance:

1. This material is divided into facade - for outdoor use, and interior - for indoor use. Therefore, when buying paint for walls, it is important that the bank has an inscription that it is for interior work.
   
2. Next, it is important to consider which room will be painted - wet or dry. For wet rooms we buy moisture-resistant paints, for dry rooms we buy non-moisture resistant ones.
3. When buying, consider how much time you spend in the room. If there is a lot, then materials with good vapor permeability will do. This means that the walls will have a breathing effect.
   
4. If you plan to paint the kitchen or bathroom, the material must be durable. To care for the wall, you will most likely want to wash the surface from time to time, this directly depends on how durable the material is.
5. When choosing a coating, pay attention to hiding power. This factor will not affect the appearance, but may affect the amount of consumable.
6. To make work progress faster and more conveniently, consider such a thing as thixotropy. The consistency of the paint depends on this. It depends on how high this concept is, whether there will be streaks or other defects on the walls.
   
7. You can also select matte and glossy materials. Matte ones hide defects well and in most cases are more vapor-permeable. Glossy products have a beautiful appearance, but require a perfectly even base.

Matt or glossy

Regardless of the color you choose, wall paint comes in varying degrees of sheen. Available for sale:

• glossy;
• matt;
  
• semi-gloss.

Glossy paints attract people with their relatively low cost and ease of maintenance. Usually, to remove stains or dust, it is enough to wipe the surface with a damp cloth. But, among the shortcomings of this coating, we note that it shows flaws or defects in the walls. They are used for painting kitchens, baths or other rooms with high humidity.

Matte paints are used much more often than glossy ones. They are great at hiding minor imperfections. Care is a little more difficult. Stains are difficult to remove to the point that you may have to touch up problem areas.

Semi-gloss finishes are an alternative between matt and gloss finishes.

Matte wall paints

It is impossible to say with certainty which type of coating is best - matte or glossy. They are used for different purposes, often in different rooms, and both types have pros and cons. Among the advantages of a matte finish are:

1. Excellent hiding power to cover previous wall finishes.
2. No glare from lighting.
   
3. Due to the roughness of the coating, flaws or slight curvature of the surface are hidden.
4. In combination with glossy painted elements, an unusual design can be achieved.
   

Among the disadvantages of a matte material for walls or ceilings, it can be noted that a large amount of dust accumulates on the surface, which will be much more difficult to remove than on a glossy one. For care, you need to use special detergents. In addition, scratches or other damage will be clearly visible.

Among the most common types of materials, after drying which a matte surface is formed, we can note:

1. Water-based compositions for painting walls and ceilings. The advantages of paints include low cost and quick drying.
2. Mineral mortars based on building cement or slaked lime. This is one of the most common ceiling materials. Although the material attracts with low cost, it easily deteriorates in high humidity, and it can be washed off with plain water.
3. Silicate paints containing liquid glass. Wall paint, in the pros of which moisture resistance.
4. PVA based materials. The painted surface will have a vapor-permeable effect. Suitable for dry rooms.
5. Acrylic, polymer resin based. The material is more resistant to abrasion or moisture. Suitable for use on almost any surface.
6. Silicone. Although the material is quite expensive, it boasts good elasticity, so you don’t have to worry about cracking. The paint is moisture resistant, so you can safely use it in the kitchen or in the bathroom.
7. Latex, based on acrylic resins. The material is used for finishing walls and ceilings in rooms with high humidity.

All of the above materials are harmless due to the fact that they are diluted with water and therefore do not have a strong odor.

What material to choose for painting the walls

Oil. The composition includes natural or artificial drying oil, and various pigments. Although the paint is very strong and durable, it is not recommended for use in residential areas. They are vapor-permeable and take a long time to dry. In addition, they have a toxic, very unpleasant odor.

Silicate. Thanks to liquid glass, the painted surface is durable and resistant to mechanical stress. In addition, the coating will have a breathable effect or, in other words, vapor permeability. The paint is suitable for wet rooms, due to its water-repellent abilities. When working with this substance, be sure to pay attention to eye and skin protection.

Alkyd. The material contains alkyd resins, which serve as a binding element. The paint dries quickly, forming a vapor-tight film. Due to the unpleasant odor, which is quite persistent, it is extremely rarely used for interior decoration. Often they are painted on metal to prevent corrosion. In addition, alkyd paints are highly flammable.

Water soluble. The composition of the material includes a pigment that gives the desired shade, water as a solvent, dense binders and additives with protective properties. In paints of this type, resistance to abrasive processes, moisture or ultraviolet rays can be noted. In addition, in most cases, painting can be done by hand. But when buying, keep in mind that not all water-soluble materials have water-repellent properties, check this point before buying.

Styrene-butadiene. This paint is quite rare and should be approached with caution when buying. This material is one of the types of synthetic latex. Among the advantages can be noted resistance to abrasion and water-repellent properties. But the paint has a significant drawback - the fear of ultraviolet radiation. When exposed to light, the surface simply turns yellow and loses its aesthetic appearance.

Polyvinyl. Contains PVA. In the people they are called water emulsion. They are popular due to their relatively low price. The material boasts many advantages, including excellent adhesion, no unpleasant odor, ease of application of the composition to the surface. In addition, the material is non-toxic to both humans and the environment. White matte wall paint will work great with this material. Among the shortcomings, vulnerability to abrasive loads and low performance to moisture can be noted.

Water-dispersion latex. Thanks to the latex components that are part of the composition, a strong film forms on the surface after drying. Thanks to it, the surface is not afraid of water and abrasion. In addition, the wall will have a breathable effect due to good vapor permeability. The paint has good hiding power and is able to paint over cracks of about 1 mm. The silky effect of the walls will hide all the flaws and errors. Among the shortcomings, the high cost should be noted. In addition, it will not be easy to wash off the paint from the instrument or skin. But, despite this, the material can be safely used for walls and ceilings.

Waterborne acrylic. The most favorite paint among amateurs and professionals. The first thing to note is the large selection of colors. Also, it is not afraid of ultraviolet exposure and does not fade over the years. The painted surface is resistant to abrasion and has good hiding power. Paint can be used for both ceilings and walls. Therefore, for painting walls or ceilings, this is an ideal option.

White ceiling paint

Often, after repairing the walls, people have a question about painting the ceiling. Due to its short-lived properties and inconvenience in use, whitewashing has become a thing of the past and now you can find many colors with different price categories and properties. In addition, people are often attracted to the fact that they can do the process of painting the ceiling with their own hands, and this, by and large, is true. However, before starting work, you should purchase the right material that suits us and will last a long time.

It is impossible to say for sure which type of material or company is ideal for you, because each paint has its own characteristics, however, we can help you figure it out yourself. Below are the three most common paint brands used for thread painting. These are Sniezka, Tikkurila and Dulux.

Sniezka. This material is produced in Poland and enjoys great success. Among the advantages are safety, vapor permeability, durability, excellent hiding power and wear resistance. To paint the ceiling, you should buy water-based paint or acrylic-based. If you need to paint the ceiling in a room where you spend a lot of time, or in a nursery, then use a pigment with a hypoallergenic composition. The material does not emit toxic fumes and is easy to clean. There are many types of Sniezka paint. which produces snow-white materials with excellent performance.

Tikkurila. This material perfectly keeps on any covering of a ceiling. When painting, a thin, but sufficiently durable layer is formed. In many compositions there is a component against the appearance of mold, which opens up the possibility of use in bathrooms. The paint is suitable for people who want a matte finish. Due to this property, this paint masks irregularities and makes the ceiling beautiful and neat. It does not have a strong smell and therefore it can be used in guest rooms, bedrooms and children's rooms. Of the minuses of the material, it is worth noting the high cost.

Dulux. Due to the deep haze, the ceiling painted with this paint will have an excellent look. In addition to safety, it is worth noting the water-repellent properties of the material. The company sells types of paints, which include silver ions. According to manufacturers, this destroys harmful bacteria. That is why it is recommended to use such a pigment in the nursery. There are also compositions with the addition of natural wax, due to which the material protects the surface from moisture. It is worth noting that the company has only positive reviews.

Conclusion

As we have seen, paint selection is a matter that requires attention. Advertisers do not always give true information about the product, so you should figure it out yourself. We hope that you will succeed and the repair will be successful!

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How to choose white paint for walls - ABC of renovation

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We are launching a new section "ABC of renovation", where editors, designers and architects will talk about the main problems during apartment renovation. In our first article, we figure out how to choose white paint.

Anastasia Romashkevich

November 5, 2019

You bought a new apartment and decided not to be smart with repairs, but simply paint the walls white. We hasten to surprise you: everything is not as simple as it seems. The inspiring white interior pictures from Pinterest are the result of careful and thoughtful wall paint choices. So that you can also successfully cope with this task, we asked for advice from professionals: Alexey Eliseev, co-owner of Manders, colorists of Tikkurila and designer Anna Erman, in whose projects white always plays a major role.

House designed by Anna Erman. View from the living room to the hallway. In the foreground is a black chaise longue Signorina Chan Lounge, Alias. Chandelier from an old Soviet boarding house. The nose of the boat was brought by the owners from Africa.

1. The first thing to keep in mind is that when we talk about interior paints, white is not just one color, but a large family. For example, Tikkurila has as many as fifty white shades in its catalog. At the same time, most manufacturers also have pure white (aka boiled white) paint. And you most likely won't need it. “In the interior, this color will look like a hospital color,” warns Anna Erman. “Against the background of the white walls, everything else looks too contrasting,” adds Eliseev.

House designed by Anna Erman. Dining table in the dining room, Riva 1920. Black chair Seconda-602 by Mario Botta, white Dinamica saddle chair, all Alias. The owner found chandeliers designed by Winnie Louis in one of the Parisian galleries.

2. Paint on a swatch in a store and on a wall in your home may look different. A million factors influence the perception of color: the season and time of day, the weather outside the window, the direction of the world, the type of lighting, whether it is a horizontal surface or a vertical one. And on top of that, there is also your personal perception, which cannot be predicted at all. Therefore, theories are theories, but you need to focus only on your taste.

3. To choose the right shade, designers buy samples and do so-called coloring: they apply paint on cardboard, board or directly on the wall, and then observe how the color “behaves” in different situations. Experts from Tikkurila say that such a sample should be at least a meter per meter. And Eliseev warns that painting should be done even before the walls of the room are fully prepared for painting: “If the finishing putty has a boiled white color, then trying on the color will not work. Pure white distorts the perception of other colors, they seem dirty against this background.” Eliseev also advises not to compare different shades with each other, but to evaluate them exclusively separately.

Concrete house in the suburbs. A fragment of an office with a staircase leading to the second floor. They didn’t make a special garage for the bike in principle - in the interior it suddenly looks like an eccentric art object.

4. But there is an alternative opinion. “Painting is useless, it only misleads,” says Anna Erman. The decorator believes that in fact the main thing is the objects that will then appear against the background of white walls. Aleksey Eliseev agrees with this point of view: “Choose a color not by itself, but make a composition that includes curtains, flooring, furniture upholstery and everything else,” he suggests. Some manufacturers are trying to make it easier for buyers: Paint & Paper Library recently released a monochrome collection - several shades of white and black with the addition of pink, blue, green and other pigments that are known to go well with the colors from the company's catalog.

New Paint & Paper Library - Monochrome.

5. By the way, Ehrman herself uses Little Greene 129 Shirting (literally “Shirt Fabric”) in most projects, which she considers universal: “Next to warm objects, this shade looks warm, and with a bright environment - cold, emphasizing contrast". Anna also praises the white paint Tikkurila F 497. And from other manufacturers, she advises taking a shade that corresponds to color 9003 on the RAL scale (this is the color standard used in tinting centers).

Concrete house in the suburbs. Fragment of the living room. The mannequin sitting in the chair was once a training equipment in the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

A house in the Moscow region designed by Anna Erman. Cinema zone. The screen pops up from above. The windows are covered with thick curtains.

A house in the Moscow region designed by Anna Erman. Master bedroom. The bed was originally black and has been repainted white. Carpet, Moooi. Lamps, Lampe Gras.

6. We don't live in the sunniest country, so the question arises: won't a white room look cold? The fear is not groundless, especially if the room faces north or east - the light from the windows in it already has a cold bluish tint. Designer Marika Raike of Tikkurila suggests balancing it with warm whites incorporating yellow or beige pigments.

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