How to choose paint for wooden furniture?

To update the interior is not necessary to arrange a major overhaul and spend a lot of money to buy new furniture. If the house is furnished with wooden tables, side tables and cabinets that are in excellent condition, you can paint them, choosing any shade, and refresh the interior design in such a way.

The choice of finishing material may take a little time, if you know for what purpose it will be purchased. There is a wide range of paints from different manufacturers on the market, but they have different properties and advantages. It is necessary to study all the characteristics and understand the features in order to find something that will meet the stated requirements.

To give the life of old furniture, which is in the nursery or another room, it is recommended to use tools with the following qualities:

• durability;
• resistance to moisture;
• environmental Safety;
• ease of care for painted surfaces;
• resistance to mechanical stress;
• fire resistance;
• decorative qualities;
• covering abilities of ingredients.

A strong odor is observed only in materials based on organic solvents, therefore, water-based compositions are often used for home interior. In addition to the absence of a strong odor, paints have other advantages. They are made from natural ingredients, and therefore are an environmentally friendly product.

Of course, it is impossible not to note small drawbacks that you can simply ignore. For example, water-based coloring compositions are short-lived, although with careful handling of furniture, you can ignore this.It is necessary to use such material in rooms where the minimum humidity, as white or color paint is easily washed off. But this is good news for those who have done an unsuccessful job, because the error can be eliminated. You can also find products that do not smell, but it is suitable for rooms with high humidity.

To make a bargain, you need to pay attention to the characteristics of the product:

• of great importance is the composition of the dye, in which there must be pigment particles of the desired shade;
• one of the main criteria is the binder, since it represents the base and creates a film protection on the surface to be processed;
• reliability and durability also play a role in the presentability and safety of furniture;
• special properties of the coating give additional additives that should be indicated in the detailed description of the product;
• some products are durable, therefore suitable for flooring;

• to obtain decorative properties, gloss and reliability, it is necessary to have special safe fillers in the composition of the coloring matter;
• It is important to consider the type of material that will be painted: for furniture that stands in a heated children's room, the paint must withstand a high temperature;
• the coloring composition must dry quickly;
• paint composition must be fire resistant;
• It is also necessary to pay attention to the species and texture of the wood from which the product is made.

In appearance, paint for wood can be divided into three types:

• transparent coatings (glaze, transparent varnishes, impregnating agents);
• opaque enamels;
• dispersion coloring compositions.

The leader among a wide range can be called acrylic paint, which differs in the rate of drying and does not possess a toxic smell, and therefore is completely safe for humans and the environment. It is suitable for any type of coating and different wood species. The main advantage lies in good adhesion, so this composition can cover chipboard, DVA, plywood and OSB.

Water-based paints, which are based on latex, penetrate into the structure of a wooden surface and then create a film that protects against moisture. Therefore, the product is easy to care for and dust without harm. In this case, the tool has good breathability, which means that bubbles on the furniture will not appear. There is an insignificant minus, which is better to consider before painting. This material is not suitable for use in a room with a low temperature, as it may crack.

This coating differs from previous varieties in the following features:

• not exposed to moisture and resistant to abrasion;
• if during the restoration cracks on the furniture are found, then due to the elasticity of the material they are easily sealed;
• in the case of the use of white paint will not have to worry about the fact that it will turn yellow, because this is not affected;
• many consumers are attracted to the fact that on the surface, painted with a silicone water emulsion agent, there will not be a lot of dust accumulating;
• this coating is considered one of the most durable;
• during the work you can not worry about the strong smell;
• can be used for painting facades - this will extend the life of the surface;
• Such products are offered at a high price, although they are justified by excellent performance and better quality.

With the appearance on the shelves of such products, enamel and ordinary varnishes have ceased to be so relevant. This classification includes alkyd paint, which is suitable for those who are tired of the old furniture furnishings, and you want to update something. This option is great for restoration, also offered at an affordable price.

Such agents have a high hydrophobicity, and the film that is created during dyeing will not penetrate the wood. Alkyd materials are suitable for products that are in a room with high humidity, for example, bathrooms or kitchens.

To update the crib is better to use safe types of paints and varnishes.

The material must meet the following requirements:

• no toxicity;
• lack of smell;
• durable coating that can be washed;
• color fastness;
• ease of operation.

It is important to pay attention to whether the paint does not cause allergies. The main characteristic for the restoration of old furniture in the children's room is water-based material. If you use acrylic paint, which is offered in different colors, then before applying it is necessary to use a primer. Latex products are also suitable because they meet the requirements. They are considered more durable and resilient.

Summing up, we can say that for residential premises with children it is recommended to use paintwork materials only odorless and not endangering the health of all family members. To give preference to products that include natural ingredients. It is also necessary to take into account the type of room where the painting will be carried out, and thanks to the wide variety you can update the furniture in the style that is required.

In the old days, people often gave away furniture for restoration, especially if it was valuable and meant a lot to the owners.So, having a black chest of drawers or chairs from the grandmother, which is incredibly expensive, you do not need to throw them away because of their unsuitability. For a start, you can repair them, and then do the finishing. Choosing paint for wooden products, you must adhere to the rules described above to obtain a positive result.

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