What paint to paint the ceiling
Options for finishing the ceiling there are several. If you are choosing from all the traditional methods, namely, whitewashing, gluing wallpaper, tile, or installing a stretch ceiling, you still want to just paint it, then this article is what you need.
It should be noted that painting is the easiest and most reliable method to elevate the ceiling in any of the rooms, which does not require significant costs. However, do not be frivolous about this issue. You do not need to rush to the store momentarily and buy the first enamel that the seller will recommend to you. First you need to familiarize yourself with the existing types of paints, their advantages and disadvantages, and then decide what paint to paint the ceiling. Let's try to figure out which paint is best suited.
The modern market of paints for interior decoration is very diverse. Paints differ in composition and properties, in price and quality, which, it is worth noting, is not always proportional to the cost. That is, you can buy high-quality paint for a relatively small amount, or vice versa. Paints also differ in their purpose, in other words, they are made for processing various surfaces: wood, metal and others.
Types of paints
Depending on the composition of the paint are divided into four main types:
- Oily.
- Alkyd.
- Epoxy.
- Water emulsion and latex, which in turn are divided into acrylic and vinyl.
Consider the types of paints in more detail.
Oily
Название говорит само за себя. В таких красках связующими веществами служат масла, в том числе льняное, и алкидная смола. Oily краски лучше использовать по дереву, так как они хорошо проникают в древесину и образуют на окрашенной поверхности водонепроницаемую пленку. Так что если у вас потолок, обшитый вагонкой, то масляная краска вполне подойдет. Плюсом является то, что такая краска имеет высокую степень наполняемости, экономно расходуется, но очень медленно сохнет. Следует отметить, что специалисты по ремонту не советуют красить масляной краской потолок, потому что, высыхая, краска превращается в сплошную пленку. Она не пропускает ни воздух, ни влагу, что губительно для потолка: он не способен «дышать». Это приводит к постепенному разрушению перекрытий.
Alkyd
Они производятся на основе алкидной смолы, получаемой в результате соединения масел растительного происхождения, спиртов и органических кислот. Alkyd краски быстрее сохнут чем масляные, а также обладают высокой стойкостью к воздействиям окружающей среды. Но лучше не пользоваться такой краской для внутренней отделки, а тем более для потолка. Дело в том, что алкидная краска долго выветривается, а при высыхании, как и масляная, образует плотный непроницаемый для воздуха и влаги слой.
Epoxy
Они изготавливаются на основе эпоксидных и полиэфирных смол. Обладают высокой устойчивостью к воздействию различных химических соединений и прекрасной твердостью, долго не вытираются, поэтому их часто используют для окраски полов. Epoxy и алкидные краски имеют высокую стоимость, поэтому они не очень популярны.
Water emulsion and water dispersion
Among the variety of paints and varnishes, very often for painting the ceilings of residential premises water-based and latex paints are chosen, which are called water-dispersion paints in a different way. Ordinary water-based emulsion is the cheapest of all paints, it dissolves perfectly, is easy to apply, has good performance properties, it can be washed.
Latex paints are practically odorless, they are safe and environmentally friendly. That is why they are widely used for painting ceilings and walls. It is easy to work with them, it is possible to put with the roller, a brush and a spray. They are practical and durable.
The largest part of all latex paints produced is acrylic. They are very popular for interior decoration, especially ceilings. This is explained by the excellent performance characteristics of acrylic paints: they are able to create an elastic coating on the surface of the ceiling, paint over cracks, and hold on for a long time. In addition, they do not fade like ordinary water-based emulsions, but retain a rich color for a long time. They are easy to apply, they dry quickly.
The choice of ceiling paint is made according to the type of room. So, if you need to paint the ceiling in the living room, bedroom or corridor, then again you have a choice: what paint is better to paint - water emulsion or water dispersion?
Note! In fact, there is no big difference between water-dispersion and water-based paints, except, perhaps, for the price - water-dispersion paints are more expensive. In fairness, it is worth noting that latex paint quality. They can be washed repeatedly, while they are not "washed away", which usually happens with water-based emulsion.
As for the complexity of the process, it is easier to apply water-based paint. She can be painted in one or several layers, without having to wait until the previous one dries. This method of applying paint is called "wet."
Note! Latex paint requires a high quality surface. The surface should be perfectly flat, otherwise after applying the paint will be visible even the slightest roughness of the plaster. But the efforts are justified, as the ceiling painted with latex paint will please the owners with its glossy or matte coating for more than one year. In addition, the surface, which is coated with latex paint, remains resistant to deformations, no cracks form on it, and less pollution appears.
Such paints can be mixed with colorants. This means that the paint can be tinted by adding the desired dye to it to obtain the desired shade. Thus, the color palette of water-dispersion paints is practically unlimited. Coloring paint at home, but it is better to do it on a special device in the store. The method allows you to choose the exact shade in case of repainting or lack of paint.
Bathroom ceiling
For painting the ceiling in rooms with high humidity (kitchen, bathroom) is recommended to choose a paint that is resistant to steam and sedimentation raids, having water-repellent properties. These include paints based on vinyl and acrylic, that is, latex. They create an environmentally safe coating, are easy to apply, instantly dry and do not have a strong odor. If you choose which paint to paint the ceiling in the bathroom, then pay attention to latex paints also because some of the latex paints contain anti-fungal additives. They prevent the formation of mold on the ceiling in the bathroom, which is important to consider when choosing paint.
Another plus latex paints - the ability to apply them to almost any surface. The paint fits well on concrete substrates, pre-primed, on glass fiber, on fiberboard and particleboard. It can be applied over the whitewash and even on the old layer of paint. During operation, latex paint does not peel off, does not spread and does not drip from the ceiling during operation, therefore it is convenient and economical.
Silicate and silicone paints are also suitable for painting the ceiling in the bathroom. Silicate paint is not elastic, therefore, camouflaging cracks with it will not work, but it completely eliminates the risk of mold.
Note! According to many experts, silicone ceiling paint in the bathroom is the best option. It is able to paint over deep cracks, thereby concealing flaws. The paint is resistant to steam and can withstand temperature fluctuations that are inevitable in the bathroom.
An important point. Paints vary in degree of gloss. There are matte, semi-gloss, glossy and semi-gloss. As practice shows, matte paint masks defects best of all, and glossy - vice versa. This must be considered when choosing paint for the ceiling.
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