Types of Paints
Types of Paints
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KOTADIYA
OIL PAINTS
Oil paints use white lead as a
base, and are applied in three
coats: primer, undercoat and
finish coat.
Oil paints can achieve mat and
glossy finishes, while being
durable and affordable.
They are characterized by their
ease of application, and painted
surfaces are easy to clean.
Oil paint is commonly used in
walls, doors, windows and metal
structures.
Note that oil paint is not suitable
for humid conditions, and it
takes time to dry completely.
Also, before applying oil paints,
linseed oil and pigments must
be added.
ENAMEL PAINTS
This type of paint is produced by
adding lead or zinc to varnish.
Pigments are added to achieve a wide
variety of colors. Enamel paints form
hard and glossy coatings, which are
easily cleaned. They are characterized
by being waterproof and chemically
resistant, offering good coverage and
color retention.
The following are some common uses
of enamel paint:
Interior and exterior walls
Wood trims, doors, and flooring
Windows
Stairs
Surfaces like wicker, masonry,
concrete, plaster, glass, and metals.
The main limitations of enamel paint
are slow drying, and requiring a
titanium coating before application.
CEMENT PAINT
Cement paint is available in
powder form, which is mixed
with water to achieve paint
consistency.