How to choose a polymer paint?

Before painting this or that surface, many wonder what paint is better to choose. To date, one of the most popular is polymer paint, which has many advantages compared with other coloring compositions and a number of features. Consider the main distinguishing features of polymer dyes.

Polymer or plastic paint is a mixture, based on polymers (film-forming agents), coloring pigments, hardeners and plasticizers. Additional substances affect the basic qualities of the coating - spreading, adhesion to the surface of the object, and others. This paint is produced in two forms - dry (powder) and liquid, where the solvent is added.

Polymeric paints in the form of powder differ significantly from liquid types in their properties: they are not susceptible to dissolution in water, but the environment for their dissolution is air. They also have no smell, but differ in a huge color palette. Such dyes are easy to transport and store. For the application of this type there is no need for pre-priming of the surface, and there are no vapor emissions, which makes them an environmentally friendly and economical look.

Despite many positive factors, powder paints have a significant drawback - this is the application technique. To apply it to the surface, expensive equipment is needed, which not all organizations can afford, or a special sprayer.

Regardless of the consistency of paint, it has many advantages.

• High ability to penetrate even the smallest layer of the surface. Due to this, a protective layer against water and corrosion is created on the object.
• High resistance to sunlight.This quality allows you to protect the surface from burning and erasing color.
• Resistance to mechanical and chemical damage, since polymers create a rather thick layer on the object.
• Resistance to temperature changes.

• Affordable price.
• Efficiency. Such paint can be applied in a single layer, thus one can is enough for a large area.
• The variety of species and wide range of colors. Because of this, this paint is widely used for the decoration of residential premises and antiques.
• Versatility. Absolutely all kinds of surfaces, including metal, wood, and glass, undergo polymerization.

Due to its peculiarities, such paint is a worthy competitor in the market of coloring matter. A species and tint diversity will allow the buyer to choose the desired option.

Polymeric paints can be divided into two large groups - a paint for external and internal use.

For external use polyester, polyurethane products are used. They most often cover the facade of the building, furniture and its parts, car body. Such paints are highly resistant to temperature and precipitation.At the same time, they have good fixing properties on any surface, therefore they are used for decorating furniture. A large selection of colors of this paint will allow you to find the necessary substance that will organically look with the overall design of the room.

For internal use mainly used epoxy, acrylic and polyester paints in dry form.

The main properties of such products are:

• good adhesion with any kind of surface;
• high resistance to mechanical and chemical damage;
• good tolerance of acids, oils, alkalis;
• resistance to temperature and humidity changes;
• resistance to sunlight: therefore, the original appearance of the product, painted with acrylic paint, has the original appearance for many years;
• quick drying time;
• environmentally friendly composition.

Polyester paints in the form of powder are an excellent option for the decoration of furniture, metal products and concrete. Often this kind of cover appliances (refrigerator, stove, microwave oven) and the car body.

Depending on the surface used, the paint is subdivided into the following types: paint for metal, wood, concrete.

Paint for metal is also called liquid plastic, and it creates an invisible, but strong film on the surface.

This surface allows you to protect objects from corrosion, temperature changes, sunlight and high humidity. Therefore, it is chosen for painting metal fittings on a balcony, garage door or metal fence in the country. Often it is used to finish pipes and parts for the pool, residential and industrial premises, heating pipes.

For the tree, polyurethane paint based on acrylic is mainly chosen, which allows it to be used safely both inside and outside the room. A rich palette will beautifully paint the facade of a summer house or a wooden fence, wooden inserts in the apartment.

It can also be used for finishing the floor both in the apartment and in the country. Such paint protects the surface from chemical and mechanical damage, from precipitation and insect adversity.Wood products treated with this paint are not afraid of changes in temperature and humidity, as well as the fading of color from the sun.

For concrete surfaces, you should choose liquid plastic, as it:

• has a high degree of resistance to mechanical damage;
• possesses a good adhesion property, so it is not necessary to prepare concrete before preparation before painting;
• resistant to various abrasives and chemicals;
• allows you to create and matte and glossy surface;
• has many shades.

The paint is used to finish the concrete floor in the garage, production warehouse and basement. She can paint the walls in residential and industrial premises.

More on sale can be found: one-component and two-component polyurethane paint.

The first type is a composition of organic solvent with acrylic and polyurethane components. This allows you to use it indoors, and to make the surface more dense and protected.

The second type is obtained by mixing two or more components. The peculiarity of this type lies in the instantaneous freezing, in the creation of independent figures and inserts.Designers like to use this substance in the design of landscape design, to cover the facade of houses and small architectural structures. It can be used to finish furniture, furniture, walls and ceilings in the bathroom, in the toilet and even on the balcony or terrace.

To choose the right type of paint and get the desired result, you should follow some rules.

Polymer paint is quite a popular type, since its scope is quite wide - from painting cars to concrete floors and wooden fences. In this regard, when choosing this type is to know the basic rules.

• First of all, it is necessary to determine the surface and the place of staining. To change the color of the surface inside the room you need a safe and environmentally friendly paint. It is advisable to choose a quick-drying composition. And for external work, you should choose a paint that is resistant to changes in temperature and humidity. As well as having good protective properties.
• Surface material. So, for metal objects it is worth taking paint with anti-corrosion property, and for wood a mixture with insect protection.
• Getting the desired surface - matte, glossy. Glossy surface is more practical to use and easy to clean. Another gloss allows you to visually increase the space and add light. Haze gives objects sophistication and a noble look. And on some objects it looks unusual. For example, the car body when it is trimmed under the velvet. Another matte effect allows you to mask scratches and small defects.
• Think about the color palette in advance. Since polyurethane has many colors and shades, it can fit any interior. If the choice of color is difficult, then you should choose the classic options - white, black, gray, brown.
• It is important to check the expiration date and manufacturer. Preference is better to give a familiar and proven brand.

After the paint is chosen, it is necessary to apply it correctly to the surface. In this case, you must follow the advice of experts.

• When painting indoors, especially residential, should create good ventilation. To do this, open the windows and doors.For safe and non-toxic substances, you can only use a mask, and leave the room for airing after work.
• Observe safety precautions. Wear a mask or respirator, protective or unwanted clothing - in case of paint, gloves.
• Prepare in one place all the necessary tools - roller, brush, pallet, paint.
• If necessary, prepare the surface in advance - apply the primer, level the surface, seal the cracks and cracks, remove the old paint or putty.
• When applying the second layer, let the first layer completely dry. In some cases, this time can reach 24 hours.

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