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- 1 Types of water-based paints for ceiling surfaces
- 1.1 Manufacturers of acrylic paints
Recently, ceiling painting has become a common and effective method of interior decoration. Paint and varnish products on the market represented a huge range. Therefore, it is worth considering how to choose a paint for the ceiling, in order not only to be beautiful, but also reliable and durable. And this is the right approach, since painting the ceiling does not require high costs, but has the ability to change the design in the room quickly and efficiently. So, which paint to choose for the ceiling? First of all, it should be inexpensive, ecological, easy to apply and sufficiently resistant. These criteria are suitable for water-emulsion( acrylic) paint for the ceiling. It consists of an aqueous emulsion of acrylic resins. Advantages: - quickly dries;- well covers the surface and is easily applied;- over time does not fade and does not grow dull;- the snow-white tone does not become yellowed;- a wide range of colors, which allows you to color different shades;- moisture resistant;- easy to clean, but not too often;- it does not form mold.
Types of water-based paints for ceiling surfaces
When deciding which acrylics to choose, it is necessary to determine the color of the ceiling you want to make and in which room the painting will be done. Today, the buyer is given a large selection of paints, differing in composition and consistency, designed for both dry rooms and rooms with high humidity, for example, bath or cleaning. Most of the shops offer matte white acrylic paint for the ceiling. Also, the color of the ceiling is sometimes made ordinary white or milky white. However, if desired, you can add special colors to get the right color( for coloring group of colors B).And sometimes ready-made shades are sold in certain brands of acrylic paints. There are glossy and matte paints for the ceiling surfaces. The first type is best used under conditions that the ceiling will be colored. If the choice fell on the white color of the surface, then the dullness of the ceiling will hide the defects, and give velvety. The paint of course does not work to hide the gross defects in the ceiling. Glossy paints are more resistant to wiping and are washed better than matte. However, glossy paints are more used for walls. If you want to combine these two types, choose a semi-gloss or semi-gloss paint. Latex paints proved to be very good, the main difference is the ductility of the material, which is very necessary for gypsum board ceilings or the movement of slabs.
Manufacturers of acrylic paints
The main rule when choosing a paint brand is its shelter and wear resistance, each manufacturer makes its gradation in groups and classes. An important point is the cost per square meter of paint because the budget is saved.
For the ceiling, there is no need to buy paint with a large class of abrasion, it is better to pay attention to the crack-resistance( viscidity of paint)
It can be difficult with a huge assortment to decide which paint manufacturer to buy so that the price suits and quality. Famous are the brands "Dulux" and "Tex", the paint "Tikkurila" - the country of Finland, "Sniezka" - the Polish factory and "Caparol" - Germany. Although most paints are already produced in Russia.
"Tex" 
The peculiarity of this paint is its vapor permeability, which allows the ceiling surface, so to speak, to "breathe".Its characteristics, however, are not impressive: the consumption of one layer is 4 square meters per liter of paint. But a quick drying time: about 40 minutes. The price of universal acrylic paint for the ceiling of the brand "Tex" varies from 500 to 600 rubles per 7 liters. This is a relatively economical option.
"Dulux" 
The advantage of the paint can be called its anti-bactericidal ability, as well as a wide range of colors and shades. Therefore, it is good for painting the ceiling of the nursery. Characteristics of acrylic paint "Dulux": the consumption is 14 square meters per 1 liter, it is used for dry premises, it dries within two to four hours. The price of this paint: 500 rubles. Very good price for quality products. Remarkable shades are of no use.
"Tikkurila" 
This paint has a durable matte color, which allows a good covering even one layer of the entire surface of the ceiling, hiding the irregularities. The main characteristics: consumption - 6-10 square meters per liter, dries within 2 hours. The price of it for 0.9 liters is about 300 rubles. Very popular is Euro 2 and Euro 7.
"Caparol"
One of the most popular colors. Advantage is its strength and color fastness. Characteristics of the water-based paint for the ceiling "Caparol": consumption - 0,12 l / square meter, drying time at room temperature - up to 6 hours. Its price is very high - within 800 rubles per liter. Not everyone can afford to buy this paint, but the quality and durability are worth it.
"Sniezka"
Consumers have long appreciated the quality of this paint. Its distinctive ability is water resistance, and also "Sniezka" holds well on any surfaces and at the same time preserves the texture of the color. This acrylic paint has a hypoallergenic and ecological structure. Its consumption is 1 kg per 6 square meters, and it dries within four hours. The price of this wonderful paint for 1.4 kg is about 400-500 rubles. If until now you can not determine which acrylic colors to choose, then it is better to stop at the Polish manufacturer of the factory "Sniezka".Firstly, it was the leader among other colors, secondly, an affordable price and, thirdly, meets all the criteria for choosing acrylic paint for ceiling surfaces.
