Types and methods of applying paint with a silk effect

Currently, when designing interior design, those coatings that create a light effect of the play of shadow and light are becoming relevant. This effect, in turn, creates numerous strokes in the form of velvet, silk or velor fabric.

If this coating is used in an interior with dark or medium tones, then it will give the room an atmosphere of wealth and luxury. In the presence of light tones, it will provide the effect of a large space and give the room a special style and charm. Many experts have long been using such a popular material as paint with a silk effect. However, not all people know what it is.

Features of silk fabric

Thanks to such unique colors on the walls of your room, you can create a visual sensation of exquisite Arabic fabrics. This coating looks good both when creating an interior in both a modern style and a conservative one. Silk is a delicate fabric that is extracted from a silkworm cocoon. Due to the fact that the fabric is quite soft, people have used it since ancient times for sewing dresses to wealthy noble people.

An indescribable reflection and overflow of silk fabric is obtained due to the cross-section of a triangular shape, as a result of which refraction and reflection of light rays are observed. In the modern world, silk is used not only as a fabric in weaving, but also as an interior decor. In these areas, it is used in the form of a product called liquid silk. Liquid silk is a homogeneous finished mass, which has an ivory color with a unique pearly sheen. This tool was first used by Italian masters as a decorative coating. It combines well with interior materials such as velor.

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The benefits of silk paint

The presentable appearance of this paint significantly distinguishes it from other paints and varnishes. Also one of the positive qualities of this paint is its environmental cleanliness and naturalness. In addition, the material does not contain substances that release toxins into the environment of the room. Thus, this decorative paint with the effect of silk is a safe means for health. A coating with a finishing base is capable of passing pairs through its composition, which positively affects the condition of the walls.

Also, do not forget that this type of varnish is resistant to detergents, mechanical stress and the influence of UV rays.

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Paint composition

Paints with silk effect are environmentally friendly, harmless to health. This is achieved by replacing organic solvents with water, so fumes do not occur after applying funds to the wall. The composition, depending on the type of paint, may contain such components:

• acrylic resins;
• latex;
• pigments
• binders;
• modifiers.

Typically, acrylic resins serve as the main binder component of the paint, giving the desired viscosity, preventing the spreading of the material on the surface. The pigments in the composition are unusual: they can reflect light and give the effect of silk fabric playing with tints. The shade of some colors may vary depending on the direction and level of illumination. With strict adherence to application technology, distinguishing a real fabric from a paint layer will be problematic.

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Application

Most often, this coating is used in the interior design of a bedroom. At the same time, a silk-matte or silky-gloss finish on the bedding gives it a refined and presentable appearance. When silky-matte painting is applied on the wall covering, the bedroom becomes more elegant and luxurious.

Very often, interior experts suggest using this decorative material for interior design. This technology is used both for decoration of small apartments, and large country houses, restaurants. And the larger the area of ​​application of paint, the more elegant the interior of a room looks, in which noble overflows and exquisite shimmer of shades of paint and varnish blend well.

Paint, which contains liquid silk, is used not only for decorating the walls of rooms, but also has become indispensable in the design of the ceiling. In the modern world of design, PVC stretch ceilings are not a wonder. However, they reduce the area of ​​the room, making it smaller. If you paint the ceiling with liquid silk coating, this will make the surface of the stretch ceiling more presentable and bewitching the look. At the same time, silk coating will not reduce the volume of the room, making it smaller.

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Types of paints

A huge variety of brands of paints and other coatings are presented in construction stores. All paints with a silk effect are grouped depending on the composition in this way:

1. Acrylic It dries quickly, and the resins in the composition form a strong protective film on the base. Walls after applying acrylic can be washed with water and gentle detergents.
2. Alkyd. Durable, flexible products that are often used for exterior decoration of buildings, due to the presence of a pungent odor. Alkyd paints dry in a couple of hours.
3. Latex. In addition to the high price, no other minuses were found in the material. Soft, after drying resembles rubber, very durable and beautiful. Latex paints can even be applied to wallpaper, decorative plaster.

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Varieties of "silk" compositions

Widely used for interior decoration, become a highlight highlighting accent. Silk paints give a luxurious look to the room, the user can choose the desired effect. The main ones:

1. Mosaic. Granular mosaic paints are used to highlight individual sections of the wall, other zones. The finished coating will consist of granules.
2. Mother of pearl and metallic. Typically, such paints have gold, silver, bronze and other metallic tones. They are applied in 2-3 layers to complete the effect.
3. Chameleon or wet silk. A coating with rainbow tints will be created on the wall, changing color from a different angle of view. Such paints are applied to a special substrate.

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Application Rules

Specialists in this field recommend applying liquid silk in several stages:

1. The first stage is the priming. At the same time, a special moisture-proof primer is applied to the acrylic colored primer. In this case, the surface must be perfectly flat, without slight defects in the form of bumps or scratches. Impregnation is applied only after special processing of the walls.
2. The second step is to apply a base coat to the coating. At the same time, you need to give it a certain texture. Then make it smoothing.
3. The last third stage is the application of a protective varnish on the walls of rooms with constant high humidity in the air, where water procedures are often carried out (bathrooms and kitchens).

The tool can be applied both in one or in two layers. Experts believe that it is better to apply this paintwork in at least two layers.

At the same time, there will be no significant consumption of paint, but this in turn will make it possible to achieve the most uniform and dense coating structure.

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Silk coating methods

Only three classical methods are used that allow you to apply a silk paintwork and at the same time it is possible to achieve completely different final results.

Wet silk effect

The initial stage of work is the application of soil in 1-2 layers. Then the walls are allowed to dry for 4 hours. Then, using the Venetian trowel, they cover the base layer, and in this form, the coating is dried for 4-5 hours.

When complete drying occurs, a layer of liquid silk is applied either with a plastic trowel or with a special plastic washer. In this case, movements with a circular radius should be performed with a slight pressure. Thus, various curls of medium or small diameter are obtained, the size of which depends on the amplitude and radius of movements. The advantage of this method is to obtain such a unique surface that looks absolutely from every angle in its own way.

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Compressed Silk Effect

A primer in 1-2 layers is applied to the working surface and dried for 4 hours. Then cover the base layer with a velor roller and leave it to dry for 2-3 hours. With the help of a sea sponge, wet silk is stuffed with irregular movements, and after 20 minutes using light pressure, smooth it with chaotic movements and smooth it with a plastic spatula. In this case, a certain pattern is formed.

A prerequisite for the implementation of this technique is the application of paint and varnish material with continuous rotational movements to obtain the desired effect.

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Classic silk effect

Initially, the walls are primed in 1-2 layers, after which the working surface is left to dry for 4 hours. The next stage of work is the application of the base layer. In this case, it is necessary to form a slight relief. After that, the coating is dried for 4-5 hours until completely dry. And only then, with the Venetian trowel, does the silk smooth in erratic directions. The resulting broad strokes with this technology look amazing on the walls of the living room.

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The effects of silk paints

Depending on the color, additives, type of pigments using "liquid silk" you can create a variety of effects.

Stencil

On the walls, painted with a monophonic composition, with the help of silk paint, various patterns can be made. Stencils print on a computer or draw on paper with your own hands.

After they are applied to the wall, spraying paint or applying it with a brush. It is better to make stencils from plastic or even linoleum without a backing - paper for this purpose will not work.

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Star dust effect

Small droplets of lighter paint are sprayed onto the main tone, preferably with a pearly glow. Work can be done using a brush with long bristles. It is wetted in “liquid silk”, then sprayed on the wall.

Chaotic pattern

To create an effect, you need to attach pieces of fabric to the paint roller, then dip the roller in paint and draw it along the wall. You will get an original pattern that gives the room a special flavor.

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Aging

For painting in vintage style, the paint is applied in the opposite tone in color, then a hard brush or sponge is applied to the surface. Get artificially aged surface.

Contrast effect

If you play with contrasting colors in the room, such an interior will look expensive and stylish. On the wall, you can create geometric patterns of opposite colors, which will only enhance the unusual design.

Silk effect in the interior

The effect of wet silk or other silk-screened coatings favorably emphasizes the decoration of the room. With the help of such paint you can design a room in different styles - this paintwork material is very loved by designers.

Examples of application of paint for decorating:

1. Minimalism. In the hallway they often use beige, coffee tones, coupled with dark brown furniture, the floor in the appropriate range.
2. Classic. If you cover the walls of the bedroom with paint with this effect, the room will receive royal luxury. Screen printing for the design of the bedside zone is especially popular.
3. East. Often, living rooms are decorated in oriental style. For example, dairy or white furniture looks good with beige, cream walls and gray floors.
4. Expressionism. Light "silk" walls in combination with bright drawings on them are the hallmark of this style in the living room, in the kitchen.
5. Provence. Lilac silk decoration in the dining room is ideal for decorating an apartment in the French style.

Screen printing is suitable even for modern design trends - high-tech, modern, and for the rich baroque, empire, renaissance will be irreplaceable at all. Even in the bathroom, paint will play a role, enhancing the luxury of the room, however, the layer of material will have to be further protected by varnishing.

Thus, a decorative coating using silk paint is one of the modern solutions for interior decoration. Such paint allows you to achieve the effect of stroking silk fabric by changing the angle of reflection of light. All this gives the interior of the room an attractive and original appearance.