How to choose acrylic paint in cans?

The stores presented a huge selection of paints. To make the right choice, you need to know what surface you want to paint, and what effect you need to get as a result of the work.

Acrylic paint is suitable for painting surfaces made of wood, plastic, metal and glass. It is one of the most popular finishing materials. This is due to its environmental safety and practicality. It is based on acrylic resins dissolved in a water base. Also, it is odorless.

Acrylic paint has many advantages. It is resistant to temperature changes, so the surface covered by it will not crack. Due to its elasticity, the paint can withstand many mechanical damage. Some manufacturers create a composition that is able to repel water.

The paint may differ not only in composition, but also in how it is and in what package. Depending on what area you need to paint and what effect you want to achieve, you can choose paint in a can or in a can.

Acrylic paint in a can becomes an indispensable tool in the case when you need to quickly paint a small part of the surface or a small detail of a decorative element. This paint dries quickly enough and does not require much effort and time. Usually it is used for painting the table, bathroom, decorating walls or for painting scratches on the machine.

Paint and gas are placed in a metal cylinder under pressure. Gas is needed to maintain a balance between substances. Inside the cylinder is a metal ball, which is necessary in order to stir the paint before use. The paint is sprayed with a special nozzle: to do this, just need to click on it.

Paint in cylinders has become very popular.

The advantages of the aerosol include the following:

• Long shelf life.In this form, the paint can be stored for a long time without changing its properties. Unlike conventional cans, the bottle does not allow air to pass through, and the paint does not dry out.
• The convenience of use. In order to paint the surface or the product, it is only necessary to shake the balloon and apply it to the required place. With it you can paint inaccessible places.

• Quick drying Due to this property, the second layer of the mixture can be applied in 5-10 minutes. In the case of banks, the need to wait increases to 2 hours.
• No additional staining tools are required.
• Convenience store. Cylinders do not take up much space and are conveniently transported in case of need.
• Large selection of color palette. You can easily find exactly the shade that is needed.

In addition to the positive properties, spray paints have their drawbacks:

• It is impossible to mix multiple colors. Because of its special packaging, such paint cannot be mixed with others.
• To obtain a clear line, it is necessary to use masking tape or stencil.
• High probability of getting smudges on the surface. It is necessary to closely monitor the spraying and not to keep the cylinder at the same place.

• Select the desired tone will be easier if you use a special color card. Every manufacturer has it. Also, such catalogs can take with you and pick up the color of the house.
• On the product packaging indicates the amount of consumable material per square meter. It must be borne in mind that it may be necessary to apply in several layers.
• There are special paints that give additional effects. For example, the effect of glow or metallic luster. You need to carefully study the packaging.
• During operation, you need to track shelf life and storage conditions. Although spray paints can be used long enough, it is better not to use a product that has an expiration date.
• Buying paint is only in specialized stores. There is a wide range of products, among which you can choose what you need.

The basis of this paint is acrylic resin. It is environmentally friendly and does not contain heavy metals, and also has no smell. Suitable for painting walls and interior decoration.Before application, it must be shaken up and applied at room temperature. Drying occurs after 30 minutes.

Cost: from 250 to 350 rubles.

This paint is mainly used for painting automobiles and parts. However, its scope is much wider. It dries quickly, evenly lays down and is economically spent. The manufacturer has taken care of a wide range of color palettes, so that anyone can easily find the color he needs.

Cost: from 150 to 400 rubles.

So that the result of staining does not disappoint, The following rules for applying spray paint should be studied:

• You should always use a special protective mask. This is necessary in order to avoid poisoning. The fact is that similar paints and varnishes are very toxic.
• Before starting work, surfaces must be cleaned of dirt. After that you can level it with a primer.
• If you need to achieve a special brightness, it is best to apply a white water-based paint on the leveled surface.
• It is necessary to limit the area of ​​staining with masking tape.

• Be sure to shake the can before starting work and check it on an unnecessary surface.
• Spray should be held vertically at a distance of 30 centimeters. Usually requires application in several layers.
• Full drying occurs after 6-7 hours. However, sometimes it takes more time.
• If you need to do the job qualitatively, you can fix the result with acrylic varnish.

How to paint a bath spray paint, see below in the video.