As a coating for walls, latex paint has been applied not so long ago, but many have already had time to evaluate its advantages over other dyes and other types of wall covering.
Water-based latex paint for walls
Latex paint for walls and ceilings refers to water-based paints . Its principle of operation is as follows: a similar mixture is a composition of water and particles of a coloring agent, in our case a latex (by the way, in addition to latex, other components may be contained in the latex water-emulsion). After painting the surface, the water evaporates, and the paint layer firmly adheres to the surface, the particles inside it - with each other, thus, a reliable and uniform coating appears on the walls. Latex paint differs by types for external and internal works, which is usually indicated on its packaging. Colors of latex paint for walls are as diverse as other coloring compositions, so you can choose exactly the shade that you need.
Advantages and disadvantages of latex paint
Painting the walls with latex paint has its advantages and disadvantages. The main advantage of such a composition is that such a coating can be washed with a damp cloth with the use of cleaning agents. However, it is worth noting that it is wet, and not wet, since latex can still suffer from frequent contact with moisture. The second advantage is that the latex paint "breathes", that is, lets air through. Therefore, such a coating is environmentally friendly. Latex paint on the walls also serves as an additional thermal insulation of the room. Use latex paint for any material from which the walls are made. It is well adheres even to metal. Although this can not completely exclude the use of a primer before painting the walls .
The disadvantage of such a coating is its non-resistance to strong temperature and frost traces. That is, if you are selecting a wall covering, for example, for a cottage, where permanent residence is not planned in the cold season, it is better to consider other options, rather than latex paint. Another disadvantage of this coating is that mold can develop on such walls. Therefore, if you want to apply latex paint to walls in the bathroom, take care of the good ventilation of this room.
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