Painting walls in the bathroom: step by step instruction

Painting walls in the bathroom was and remains the most common type of decoration. If in the Soviet times it was enough to paint the walls with oil paint, and the room was already pleased with the updated look, today this way of decoration is experiencing a new birth.

Of course, in addition to painting the walls in the bathroom, there are many other more modern methods of decoration - tile, mosaic, wood, etc. However, for some reason, many choose just the painting. There are several reasons for this:

• Painting a bathroom is the most budgetary option for finishing, which means it will be useful to those who need urgent repairs, for example, in a rented apartment.
• To implement a bold design( for example, the creation of stylish interior graffiti) is also suitable painting.
• A spacious bathroom with good ventilation will also contribute to the abandonment of tiles, mosaics and other modern types of decoration in favor of paint.

If a couple of decades ago painting the bathroom was a familiar and simple procedure, today this type of finishing has moved to a different stage and requires more thorough preparation.

Advantages and disadvantages of painting walls in the bathroom

The bathroom is a special room and it must meet certain requirements: cleanliness, moisture resistance, the ability to relax. The positive side of painting the walls in the bathroom:

• cheapness of materials;
• ease of coating;
• does not require special training or training;
• is a great choice for fantasy when choosing colors and patterns.

When it is not recommended to paint walls in the bathroom

1. If the bathroom is poorly ventilated and there is a large condensation in it, it is better to give preference to the ceramic tile, as the paintwork will not last long.
2. Lazy, too, should abandon this kind of finishing, as painted walls in the bathroom require more thorough care - their elementary rubbing after each trip to the bathroom can be pretty annoying.
3. Painted surfaces are exposed to sharp objects, which in turn leads to the accumulation of moisture under the paint layer and its subsequent destruction.

Which paint to choose

Paintwork materials for bathroom walls have a number of specific characteristics. When choosing a paint and varnish material, it is worth giving preference to a moisture-resistant paint with antibacterial properties. No less important are other qualities, for example: resistance to abrasion, ecological compatibility, quick drying and practicality. The paint for the walls in the bathroom is on the market of building materials in a huge range.

1. Water-dispersion paint( water-emulsion paint).Water-based paint consists of water and particles of polymers. The principle of its action is the following: after drying, the water evaporates from the paint, and the micro-polymers stick to each other and form the binding base, remain and create a moisture-proof protection. On the question of what color walls in the bathroom to choose, too, do not have to think long, because the water-based coating is presented only in white. And add color to get the desired shade, it will not be difficult. This type of paint has many advantages especially when painting the bathroom. They are easy to use, do not have a sharp odor, quickly dry and are affordable. Most of the modern water-based materials have a substance that prevents the appearance of mold. This beautiful property can boast such famous brands as Tikkurila or Profilux. Painting the walls in the bathroom with an aqueous emulsion is very popular today, all due to its elasticity and resistance to the effects of hard and sharp objects.

1. Latex and PVA paints are durable and more resistant to sharp and hard objects. Lying on the surface, such a paint for the bathroom is able to give the walls a beautiful glossy luster.
2. Oil paint in the Soviet era was almost the only kind of finishing of such premises. This paint for walls in the bathroom is cheap. It is resistant to damage and damp environment. Of the drawbacks can be noted that a long time of drying and the release of a pungent odor. And in poorly ventilated rooms, this paint is best not to use.
3. Silicate paints. This kind of paint coating is a suspension of pigments and has a number of unique properties: it does not burn and does not emit harmful substances, and also has high vapor permeability. If the walls in the bathroom are concrete or simply plastered, the silicate paint chemically binds to the painted surface and forms a single whole with it.
4. Chlorinated rubber paints are in great demand in European countries, and recently they have appeared in Russia. Chlorine rubber paint is not only perfect for walls in the bathroom, but also for swimming pools. Its main properties are weather resistance, lightfastness, besides, it does not have any toxic substances. Paint for bathroom: glossy or matte?

   Glossy paint in the bathroom looks beautiful only on perfectly smooth walls. If there are dents on the surface, irregularities, bumps, gloss will show the surface in the most unfavorable light. Gloss paint is an ideal choice for painting the bathroom and any other rooms with high humidity. When the paint dries, the solvent contained in it evaporates, and the coating itself turns into a water-repellent film. Glossy paint for the bathroom is water based, acrylic and oily. The first, the most in demand: it does not emit an odor and dries quickly.

   Matte paint is more versatile, but it is less resistant than glossy. Matte paint for the bathroom can hide small irregularities. It looks harmonious in almost any design, but its main drawback is the ability to collect much more dust than glossy, and to clean the surface of dust and dirt will be much more difficult.

   Tools and materials required for painting walls in the bathroom

   

   Special tools like paintbrush, roller or spray gun( spray gun, aerosol can) are required to apply this or that paint material.

   1. The paint brush perfectly covers the surface with paint. With it, you can paint even the smallest details, joints, etc. Brushes are wide and narrow. Often, paint consumption during brushing is increased in comparison with other paint application tools.
   2. The roller spreads the paint over the surface in a thinner layer than the paintbrush, thereby allowing it to be saved. However, the roller is difficult to handle hard-to-reach places. Roller is an ideal tool for covering large areas, so for walls in the bathroom it is perfect. Rollers can be: fur, foam, yarn, textured, velor. Painting the walls in the bathroom will be perfectly even if using a foam rubber roller. To create a texture pattern, there are special structural rollers.
   3. Aerosol cans with paint( as well as spray guns and sprayers).The most uniform and high-quality paint is applied by spraying. It is also very convenient to apply paint to the walls in the tub of the can. Aerosol can paint almost anything: from walls and ceilings to skirting boards and various decorative objects.

   For the finishing of a small surface, it is advisable to use a mixed version of the brush and spray gun, brush and roller.

   In addition to the above tools, you will need the following inventory:

   • gloves,
   • paint tape,
   • newspaper or film,
   • safety goggles,
   • respirator,
   • scissors,
   • grinder or fine grain sandpaper.

   Preparation of walls for painting

   

   Painting a bathroom may not be as easy as it seems at first glance. Therefore it is very important to properly prepare the surface for applying paint and varnish. Paint can not hide cracks, holes and other irregularities. To make your work easier, you will have to carefully prepare the walls in the bathroom for painting. Observing a certain sequence, you can achieve the desired much faster.

   1. Removing old lining. Layers of paint, plaster, whitewash - all this must be removed at the first stage. For this purpose: sandpaper, Bulgarian, scraper, spatula or solvent.
   2. Wall washing. After removing old materials, a lot of dust remains, therefore, using an atomizer, you can humidify the air, and the walls in the bathroom will have to be rinsed well with warm water.
   3. Aligning the walls in the bathroom. Cracks, holes, dents and other errors are covered with a mortar. Since the work is carried out in a room where condensation constantly forms on the walls, it is better to use a waterproof acrylic putty. After that, allow the surface to dry out.
   4. Grinding. All roughnesses are neatly ground with fine-grained sandpaper. To remove mold stains, you must purchase a special antiseptic in advance.
   5. Primer. The smooth dry surface is treated with a 1-2 coat primer. For the bathroom is suitable latex primer, because the composition contains antibacterial substances. After treatment, it is necessary to dry the surface well.

   Painting the walls in the bathroom

   

   Having prepared the surface and determined what color walls in the bathroom will please the whole family, you can start painting. Painting the bathroom will be better and faster if you follow the following instructions:

   • The first coat of paint is pre-diluted with water by ten to fifteen percent. After the first layer has dried, a second layer is applied and, if necessary, subsequent ones.
   • To remove excess paint, it should be poured into a special tray. Before applying it to the surface, the brush or roller is first dipped in the paint, and then for spinning the excess rolls along the ribbed plane of the tray.
   • Borders that are not provided for paint coating are covered with film or pasted with paint tape.
   • A brush is used to apply a more dense coat of paint, it will help smooth the irregularities. First of all, hard-to-reach places are painted with a brush, and then everything else.
   • To add contrasting lines and other forms, you will need a building adhesive tape. He will make the work more accurate, and the drawings will diversify the monochrome color of the walls. The adhesive tape is removed after the ink has dried.

   For clarity, it is recommended to watch video of painting the walls in the bathroom.

   Modern domestic designers assure that painting the bathroom is not only a simple and inexpensive way to update the interior, but also very spectacular. Working with paint, everyone can feel like a creative person. Due to the wide variety of color shades, the use of quality materials and the right tool, you can get an excellent result, and adding fantasies - the original design.