Different Types Of House Paint

If you are renovating your house and want to look into paints. It is important for you to know the different types of paint. These different types of paints can be efficient in certain humid or dry environment. In this article, we have noted down the different types of house paints which can help  you in making better judgements.

Primer Paint

Primer is not a type of paint but a very necessary part of any painting project. Primer is something that you apply before you paint your house. This primer helps the paint to adhere to the surface which can ensure the colour stays true to its shade.

Oil or water based paints

Oil based paints are made with oil and water based paints are made with water. Oil Based paints are much more durable, shiny and take longer to dry. Water based pains leave a matte finish. Oil based paints require harsh chemicals which can be harmful for your families health.

Enamel Paint

Enamel paints are also oil based. They some of the most durable and can provide a variety of finishes from gloss to semi gloss. These paints are often used to apply over the windows and doors which can tend to discolour over time.

Latex paints

Latex paints are generally referred to water based paints although these paints do not have latex in them.

Acrylic paints

This another name for water based paints. They have an acrylic agent which acts as a binding agent. They come in a number of varieties from Acrylic latex, Acrylic Enamel, Acrylic Latex Enamel.

These Acrylic enamel paints are not a mixture of water and oil based paints but they are given the name due to its durability and lasting power. It always a good idea to look at the tin before purchasing acrylic paint.

Interior or exterior house paint

Most of the paints are always labelled to indicate if the paint can be used inside or outside the house. Generally for the most part the interior paints are water based and the exterior paints are usually oil based. This can help with the staying power of the paint.

Speciality House Paints

There are many kinds of house paints available which can have certain features added to them. From an Anti-mould or anti-mildew paints to fire retardants. If you allergic to certain things there are certain paints which will make sure that the ingredient s not added to them. There are paints like Anti-condensation, Anti-bacteria, Odourless, etc. These paints can ensure all of these features without any compromise in its actual quality or durability. Visit Image Line Painting to know more about house paints.