What is water-based paint?

Water-based paint uses water as the diluent. It has the characteristics of wear resistance, aging resistance, easy to use, etc. It is harmless to the human body, does not pollute the environment, and can Used on: metal, glass and other materials.

Advantages of water-based paint

1. Use water as solvent. Save resources; eliminate safety hazards; reduce air pollution; improve working conditions.

2. It can be constructed directly; it has good surface adaptability and strong adhesion.

3. The tools are washable, reducing the consumption of cleaning agents and reducing harm to construction workers.

4. The electrophoretic coating film is smooth; it has good protection and corrosion resistance, and its salt spray resistance reaches 1200h.

Disadvantages of water-based paint

1. High construction requirements. Due to high surface tension, it is easy to cause shrinkage holes in the coating film;

2. Poor stability. The membrane becomes pitted. There are no defects in the pipe wall.

3. It is highly corrosive and the equipment cost is high. If the coating film produces pitting, stainless steel pipes must be used.

4. Strict construction requirements increase energy consumption.

5. The latent heat of evaporation is large and requires baking at 180°C; it takes a long time to dry out.

6. Baking produces fumes, which affects the appearance.

7. Poor water resistance and stability.

Precautions for using water-based paint

Water-based paint has good flexibility and high hardness. It is recommended to use high-quality sandpaper for polishing. Generally speaking, imported sandpaper can meet the requirements. Require.

Which is better, latex paint or water-based paint?

1. Latex paint

Advantages: easy to apply, fast drying, environmentally friendly, antibacterial and mildew proof, cheap, etc. .

Disadvantages: easy to crack, color difference problems, etc.

2. Water-based paint

Advantages: environmentally friendly, good flexibility, aging resistance, easy to use.

Disadvantages: price, high surface cleanliness.

The difference between water-based paint and latex paint

Using water as a solvent is called water-based paint. It is a type of organic paint and is used in a wide range of applications, including metallic paint, wood paint, etc.

Applications of water-based paint and latex paint

It has a wide range of uses and can be used on walls, metal, etc. Latex paint is a type of wall paint, which can be divided into interior and exterior wall latex paints. In addition to its appearance, exterior wall latex paint also requires sun protection.

Purchase of water-based paint and latex paint

1) Go to a regular store to buy, and before purchasing, you need to know how to distinguish authenticity. You can try big brands like Chenyang Water Paint.

2) Product cost-effectiveness. according to their own economic conditions. It is recommended to choose something with better quality and not be cheap. After all, the wall can last for many years.

3) Wall decoration requires matching primer. First, save costs, and second, increase the life of the wall.

4) When purchasing environmentally friendly products, you need to read the quality inspection report.

Details of purchasing latex paint

Detail 1: Take a look, weigh and do it first

1. Look at the packaging and test reports. There is a trademark, net content, usage instructions, etc. on the front. Pay special attention to the production date and shelf life. National standards stipulate that VOC shall not exceed 200 g/L; free formaldehyde shall not exceed 0.1 g/kg.

2. Weigh the weight. Generally speaking, a barrel of 5 liters is about 7 kilograms; a barrel of 18 liters is about 25 kilograms. If the latex paint is shaken and no sound is heard, it proves that the paint has high viscosity.

3. Hands-on can opening and inspection. High-quality latex, thick, milky white, no lumps, evenly stirred, no peculiar smell.

Detail 2: Pay attention to colorful colors

Today’s latex paint is no longer monotonous white, and people are willing to use colorful colors to brighten their lives. The final look won't necessarily look the same on a swatch and a paint bucket. Because it is not only affected by light, but also affected by the painting area. When the color is applied over a large area, the color will be heavier, so it is recommended to choose a slightly lighter color.