House Paint
While getting your beloved home painted, there are a lot more things to consider than just picking the right shades. Paint not only gives a nice shade to your walls, it also protects them from wall dampness.
To help you make an informed decision for your paint needs, we have curated a list of some of the different types of house paints.
Paint options for the home exteriors-
#Cement Paint – Best suitable for surfaces that are exposed to fluctuating weather conditions.
#Emulsion – Can be used on outdoor and indoor both surfaces as it offers resistance to mildew as well as fungi.
Paint options for the lovely home interiors-
#Distemper – one of the most traditional and cost effective house paint. It is one of the most commonly used basic house paints in Indian households.
#Emulsion – if you have kids and pets at home, this is the perfect choice. Emulsion creates a rich visual effect on the walls and is durable as well as easy to wipe off stains from.
#Enamel – this is one of the most expensive options in house paints. It gives a smooth and fine texture to the walls and is stain as well as water resistant.
House paints can also be categorised based on the various finishes they provide-
#Satin – an extremely silky finish, this has an amalgamation of matte and gloss.
#Gloss – a very long lasting reflective finish. Glossy finish can be cleaned multiple times.
#Matte – this is a non reflective finish, suitable to hide certain imperfections on the walls. Although its velvety texture might get difficult to clean from.
Paints are also categorised based on their texture – broadly there are two types available water based house paints and oil based house paints.
| Water based paint (Distemper, Emulsion, Enamel) | Oil based paint (Cement, Emulsion) |
|---|---|
| Quick dry | Takes longer to Dry |
| Emits less toxins | Emits more toxins |
| Has a lesser odour | Has more odour |
| Can be used for interior and exterior both | Suited for doors, windows, trims, mouldings, etc. |
| Easy clean-up with water afterwards | Requires use of thinner and spirits |
| Water based paint does not have a shiny coating | Oil paint is very shiny. Often referred to as “high gloss” paint, |
To achieve a look that would make you fall more in love with your home, choose the best suited house paint. You can also mix and match different types of house paints for a more interesting visual effect.
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