Wall paint comes in different types. And no, it doesn’t vary by colour only but according to various function. Sure you may feel like you have made the right choice when you finally purchase paint for your new project, your new home or office space, but there’s more to just choosing paint. Wall imperfections, harsh weather conditions, stains and smudges, greatly determine what type of paint best suits your wall. Acquainting yourself with these factors can narrow down your choice of wall finish, from the different types of paints available, much quicker and saves you time and money.
Types of paint and its uses
Water-based emulsion paint
Compared to other paints, water-based paints have the least amount of shine and require fewer coats to cover up imperfections like cracks, nail holes mostly seen in mjengos and have the most coverage than any other paint. They are best used in low-traffic areas, like dining rooms, and surfaces that with less contact, like ceilings.
However, high-traffic areas like receptions, hospitals and restaurants may require water-based antibacterial paint like Crown Medicryl which contains special bactericides that fight bacterial and fungus growth. And also paint with advanced stain blocking technology like the Vinyl Matt Emulsion Extreme.
Advantages of Water-based Paint
• Fully breathable.
• Dirt repellent.
• Excellent opacity.
• Easy to apply-no special application or equipment needed.
• Rapid drying i.e. one can apply two coats the same day.
• Can be applied on all types of surfaces subject to normal preparation.
• Odour free.
• Reduced maintenance costs.
Gloss/ Oil-Based Finish
Oil-based paint is suitable on almost all types of surfaces like primed interior steel, timber and masonry such as doors and window frames, signwriting, handrails, trim work, plastic, fibreglass as well as bathroom and kitchen walls. They include the Crown Ngao Gloss, Vesta Gloss, Vesta Regal, Crown Supergloss and the Crown Satin Finish.
Advantages of oil-based paints
• Smooth attractive gloss.
• Washable & stain-resistant finish.
• Good for high-moisture rooms i.e. bathrooms or kitchen.
• Good wet edge retention.
• Excellent adhesion and opacity.
• Maximum gloss holds out when overcoated.
Textured paint finishes
Textured paint offers both protection and decoration. Unlike the other paints, textured finishes, give your space a sense of depth and unique style that is long-lasting. It incorporates mould resistant biocides for long protection life and can be applied on Plaster, Cement Rendering, Block Work, Cement, Stone, Bag-Washed and Fair Faced Concrete. It may also be applied to Timber, Glass and Aluminium. The most popular Crown Paints textured finishes include Ruff n Tuff, Crown Italia and Crown Rock Master.
Advantages of Textured Paint
• Contains a high level of biocides to resist mould and fungus attack.
• Resists efflorescence graffiti. & water.
• Bridges hairline cracks & hides surface imperfections.
• Rapid drying.
• Provides waterproof finish.
• Long-lasting
For more on the different types of paints available visit https://www.crownpaints.co.ke/product-category/decorative/ We have a wide range of paint finishes just for you.
