Slate paint: features and benefits

It is easy to make an interior interesting, functional and useful for the development of creative ideas for children and adults using slate paint. She is familiar to all from school times in the form of a school blackboard. With the help of slate and magnetic ink, you can change the image of the interior daily, depending on your mood. Slate paint coating is used in the general decoration of walls, its parts, as well as in the decoration of individual objects.

In the world of building materials, this type is widespread. Slate and magnetic paints are rich in their positive qualities. Beautiful matte surface will fit into the design of any of the rooms, will give it functionality.

• It will replace the children's wallpaper, will serve as a canvas for drawing and expressing children's ideas.
• Magnetic paint will allow to attach reminders, photos and drawings to the wall.
• The composition does not emit unpleasant odors, safe for humans.
• Strong adhesion with any basis.

• High level of fire resistance, water resistance.
• It eliminates radiation from the work of different types of equipment.
• Durable matte finish.
• Masking small irregularities and surface defects.

Despite the many positive properties, the composition has a negative point. Slate paint badly perceives low temperature, so it is better to work with it indoors. Covering the surface with such paintwork material, you create a place to express your mood.

• The hostess in the kitchen will be able to record recipes and numerous tips in the field of cooking.
• The student will be interested in solving problems and drawing geometry figures on the wall.
• Small children will not spoil the surface of the walls with their drawings, but only update them. Drawing on the wallpaper, this effect is not achieved.
• If you arrange the wall or part of it in the hallway, guests will be pleased to leave feedback about the evening.
• This type of interior is often used in cafes, highlighting the menu or daily specials. In stores on graphite boards celebrate promotions and discounts.

The structure of the slate composition is water soluble. The paint can be thinned or rinsed until it is in liquid form. Paint is made on a latex basis. If you want to use the wall as a magnet, then you need to apply a magnetic primer under the slate paint. The secret of this composition - in the presence of iron particles, which help keep small magnets. It is easy to make slate paint yourself.

To do this you will need:

• cement (you can take a cement mixture);
• acrylic paint;
• color;
• water;
• gypsum;
• water-based paint.

You must mix a glass of acrylic paint, color and 2 tablespoons of cement or cement mixture. There is another option: paint, gypsum and water are combined in a ratio of 3: 2: 1. In order for the surface to acquire magnetic properties, add a dry magnetic primer to the composition.

Self-manufacturing has its advantages:

• Efficiency.
• The production of the amount of slate paint, sufficient for the area of ​​work performed.
• The ability to make paint in different colors.

Factory paint will be more resistant, because it is mixed with marble chips.The cost of one can of 750-1000 ml in average is 1,000 rubles in Russia.

There are several types of slate paints:

• Spray paint is suitable for small areas.
• Magnetic slate will allow not only to draw, but also to fasten magnets.
• Colored slate paint.

The main colors of slate are black, dark gray, dark green, but after acquiring popularity, manufacturers from different countries have significantly expanded the palette. Currently, you can choose color, white, blue and other colors for the design of individual objects and interior details or painting the wall completely.

Choosing slate paint, you should pay attention to the comments. Many users of this product speak well of the domestic company. Siberia, adopting the European experience. It offers a good line of colors (gray, burgundy, black, green, brown). A separate advantage is the content in the antiseptic, which prevents the appearance of fungus. Consumers praise this brand for an affordable price, evenness of the finished coating and the absence of stains. It is necessary to apply two layers of coloring composition.Soft chalk is suitable for drawing, and for washing it is a regular sponge for washing dishes. Paint stamps Siberia PRO Available in black.

Another analog slate offers a Finnish company. Tikkurila. Paint has proven itself in the market of paints and varnishes for a 150-year period. Tikkurila Liitu is sold as the bases A and C with the possibility of tinting in any other color: the palette includes about 20,000 colors, including the classic black. According to customers, the first layer is applied with great difficulty, and given the process of painting, it is necessary to impose three layers, no less. Be sure to putty deep irregularities, as the paint will not hide them. Despite all the difficulties with painting, the result will please. Manufacturers promise that the paint will withstand at least 5000 friction.

Dutch company MagPaint c 2000, specialized in the production of magnetic paint only, but now in the line added slate and marker compositions. Users have a great magnetic effect. The paint dries quickly, and then fully performs its functions. According to customer reviews, the most common places for use are nursery and bedroom.Manufacturers of paint of any brand are advised to be applied in several layers to ensure maximum functional properties of the material used.

When decorating individual parts of the interior or the full area of ​​the walls should take into account the rapid hardening composition. Slate paint is sold in sprays and in ordinary cans. The aerosol is more convenient and more economical, but if we are talking about a small area of ​​application, then use a brush to paint over hard-to-reach places.

For painting it is necessary:

• Prepare a plane. To do this, remove all the old coatings: wallpaper, plaster, paint, and so on, and the cracks and cavities are filled with putty. The remaining defects are leveled with an iron brush or sandpaper.

• The application site must be thoroughly cleaned and coated with a primer.
• When the primer is dry, you can open a can of paint. It is necessary to pre-prepare the material, and after opening stir the mixture so that the composition is homogeneous.
• Before painting, mix everything thoroughly, then apply the first layer. The paint dries for about 2 hours, only then can be re-applied.
• After 72 hours the surface is ready for use. Do not use chemical solutions for washing in the first month, use only a soft sponge.

After reviewing the main advantages, distinctive features, types and manufacturers of slate paint, you can proceed to the choice of composition. If we are talking about decorating with slate paint of separate parts and objects, give preference to ordinary slate paint. There is no need for a lot of paint on individual decorative elements, therefore it is also an economical option. Look at the wallpaper, furniture, and then pick up the color to match the overall interior. Consult with the seller for more information about the rules of use, composition and durability of paint.

Making a children's room, whether it is completely a wall or a part of the surface, it is worthwhile to pay attention to the magnetic slate composition. Before painting, you will need to apply a magnetic primer to create a magnetized surface, or to purchase a ready-made magnetic paint in the store. She will amuse the children with drawings and funny magnets, helping them to develop creativity and intelligence. This paintwork material has many advantages. It is gaining great popularity, it is used not only in school institutions, but also in modern decoration of the internal premises of cafes, shops, salons.

A positive feature of using slate paint in the kitchen is its durability and moisture resistance. The material has a high level of functionality in this room. It is better to use slate paint on small elements of decor, for example: decorate part of the wall near the refrigerator to keep food lists, write wishes about the food to the hostess. The selected rectangle at the dinner table will look great. Households will be able to arrange the menu and greetings, and guests - to express their gratitude to the hostess.You should not apply this composition near the plate - the paint may discolor from hot grease.

For the hallway you can use both small squares and part of the wall from the ceiling to the floor. Guests will be pleased to write positive reviews about gatherings, children - to draw, and the owners - to admire the masterpieces in the morning. Leaving or returning, you can leave reminders to all family members.

If you count every minute and often work at home, then for your home office a graphite-colored calendar would be a great idea. Dark gray calendar organizer allows you to take notes at any convenient time. You can arrange it on the wall in front of the desktop for convenience and clarity.

In the nursery girls will appreciate the slate paint lilac color. Choosing multicolored chalks, girls will develop their imagination by painting in a pleasant bright color. At the same time, you will achieve a good effect by highlighting an entire wall for painting, thereby separating the place for games and recreation using the zoning method.

Fans of board games should consider the option of decorating the living room with slate paint. On the wall in front of the table it will be convenient to fix the score of the game.sum up without distracting from an interesting occupation.

Unused slate paint residues can be used in decorating small objects:

• Give a cup of "second life" and a new interesting decor.
• To issue labels for cans with preservation or containers with loose products.
• To make inscriptions on boxes for trifles and materials for needlework.

• Make mini labels for containers with spices.
• Checkout the external part of the boxes in the kitchen.

Another use of the composition with the effect of the slate is painting several separate elements. It can be boards, old trays, any things that you want to give a "second wind". After the paint dries, they can be put or hung in any place of the apartment or put together to create the overall picture.

Your home is a place where it should be cozy and warm, where only good, positive emotions reign. Slate composition will add good feelings. Children will develop thinking and creativity. The student will be interested in studying, there will be a zeal. Guests enjoy writing reviews about past holidays.If you are a creative person, like non-standard approaches, then slate paint is definitely your option. Do not be afraid to experiment.

How to use slate paint, see the video below.