Washable wall paint is perfect for rooms where wet surfaces are regularly required. Higher sanitary requirements, for example, are characteristic of medical facilities. The material is widely in demand in home repairs: in painting the surfaces of the kitchen, bathroom, corridors, hallways, in general, those rooms where non-standard operating conditions.
Already in the name of the product lies its characteristic feature. The decorative coating is easy to wet cleaning, while it does not rub off, does not crack, does not deteriorate.
The specificity of the solution should also include inertness to household chemicals and pest control. It should be an environmentally friendly, non-toxic substance for internal work, used in a person's stay.
Many modern manufacturers of paints and varnishes offer this paint. How to choose the right one in such a rich assortment of brands? Before highlighting a brand, pay attention to the operational characteristics of the paint, its composition and properties. This will facilitate the selection of the desired.
to contents ↑Compositions of washable paints
Any of these paints is perfect for interior work on plaster, concrete, brick, drywall, wood, glass and non-woven decorative wallpaper. After drying, a durable abrasion resistant film forms on the surface. You can wash the surface from dust, dirt, grease using traditional household detergents. The only condition is not to use abrasive materials and materials during cleaning.
to contents ↑Special washable paint can be used equally for walls and ceilings, with the exception of floor coverings. In the bathroom, it will become reliable protection of surfaces from condensation, and in the kitchen - from steam, moisture, grease and soot.
Types of paints
There are several compositions of such paints: acrylic, water-based, alkyd, silicate, latex, silicone. Acrylic and latex are also considered "breathable", which eliminates the likelihood of fungal mold formation.
If the mixture is dull, it will help to hide minor surface defects. But private local cleaning leads to gradual polishing, increasing the difference with the main haze.
Oil compositions are also perfectly washed, but recently they have rarely been used during work inside apartments and rooms of medical institutions, as they have an odor and some degree of toxicity and fire hazard.
- Acrylic - in its composition has special resins, which provide the properties of the substance. They do not smell, so they are applicable in nurseries, bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, medical rooms. Abrasion resistance allows you to produce up to 3 thousand cleaning cycles without loss of appearance and quality. However, acrylic paint is a little expensive.
- Aqueous emulsion is the most environmentally friendly product, since it contains water and polymers. It has an amazing decorative advantage - the water-based mixture will survive any tint. From the technical characteristics, we highlight the easy application, quick drying, odorless, does not form cracks, does not exfoliate for a long time.
- Alkyd - deep penetration paint, forms a strong protective film, resistant to UV, immune to the influence of aggressive (physical and chemical) environments.
- Latex is one of the most wear-resistant washable mixtures. An excellent choice for surfaces with a high operational load, where cleaning is required daily. For example, flights of stairs, corridors, sanitary rooms, dining rooms in children's and hospital facilities. But this does not mean that latex paint should not be used in your kitchen or for decorating in the bathroom. Products are in the high price segment of the market.
- Silicone - has no equal in wear resistance. It also has dirt-repellent qualities, which simplifies surface care and reduces the number of cleaning cycles. What else is needed to protect the walls and ceiling of the kitchen. Often used for outdoor work.
- Silicate - applicable only to surfaces made of mineral materials. It has a low degree of elasticity. Alkaline additives limit the color palette. However, the mixture itself is antibacterial, which eliminates the need for preliminary application of antiseptics to the base. Belongs to the "breathing" LKP.
Washable wall paint, first of all, must meet environmental standards put forward for paint and varnish products, that is, be harmless to humans and the environment. We highlight another fundamental property - hypoallergenicity. And this means that the materials are applicable for finishing work in children's and bedroom rooms, medical facilities, premises where food is prepared and served (kitchens, dining rooms), as well as in sanitary zones of apartments, houses and public buildings.
And finally - the surfaces can easily withstand up to several thousand wet cleaning cycles, as well as several dozen repeated cosmetic repairs without removing the old decorative coating.
