What paint to go for where?

While painting a home, it is advisable to go about the job in an orderly fashion. This will not only save time but also effort and cost. One should begin with ceiling first, followed by walls and lastly painting the doors and windows. Also, get done with the interior painting first before going for the external paints. Now that you know the order, let’s see which types of paint should be used on what kind of surface!

Emulsions are water based paints. These come in different varieties and painters usually call them distemper or latex or plastic paints. These are suitable to be used on walls and ceilings. The type of emulsion you choose will decide the final look of your wall. For example, distemper paint is non-washable and will fade over a period of two to three years. Plastic paints have a matt finish and last longer. Velvet paints will render a smooth and satin finish and look more royal. Apart from washability and look, consider other functional benefits of the paint also before choosing it, like is it fungal resistant, is it eco-friendly, is it dirt repellent etc.

Enamel on the other hand, is solvent based paints and used for metal and wood surfaces to prevent them from corroding and getting rotten respectively. These are also called as gloss. The paints available in the market differ in their level of sheen and functional benefits. Dulux Satin Finish gives you the durability of and enamel and finish of an emulsion. Dulux Supergloss comes with special anti-yellowing properties and can be used on both metal and wood surfaces. This is a highly durable paint with strength twice as that of an emulsion!

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Decorating modern kitchen

A way to a person’s heart is through stomach. And the secret of good food is good, practical kitchen where cooking can be fun. Cooking daily is a stressful task but if the cooking area is made spacious and utilitary, then one can enjoy the process of concocting tasty and unique dishes every now and then. Healthy food means a healthy family and a clean kitchen is a place where a family can bond over good food.

These days modular kitchens are in vogue and are ready to splurge on it because of the functionality and aesthetics it brings to a house. It emphasizes on reducing fatigue by providing access to appliances of daily need in an easy manner and with a lot of storage space. You can decorate the cabinet in a variety of finishes. If you wish to go for a natural look, wooden cabinets coated with clear enamel paint would suffice your need. The enamel can come in matt or glossy look. The selection of the look should be done according to the size of the kitchen. Glossy paint in small kitchens can make it look smaller despite the reflective property of the paint. However, if you wish to match your cabinets with the colours of tiles or the refrigerator, go for colorful finishe in enamels.

Some people look for a satin finish of the kitchen just like that in any other room. In this case, Dulux Satin Finish will offer the durability of enamel and finish of emulsion. It is suitable for walls, doors, windows and furniture. You can choose from a large collection of in enamels as you match it with the colour of emulsion on your wall. This paint gives a superior coverage compared to regular enamel and would require less drying time too!

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Know about Emulsion Paints and Gloss Paints

People often get confused between the terms emulsion paints and regular paints. But the truth is these two things are not different- emulsion is the technical word for paint. Emulsions are basically mixture of two insoluble things- pigment and a binder. The binder can either be oil based or water based. Ever noticed that a can of paint if left for a long time separates into two layers? Thus, paints have to be mixed properly before applying on wall.

An oil-based emulsion paint is highly suitable for porch, verandas, walls adjacent to staircase, banister and in the kitchen. They are stain resistant and blotches can be washed off using soap and sponge. Oil base also makes the walls impervious to fungus or mildew. Such paints impart a glossy look to the wall and are colloquially referred to as gloss paints.

They reflect light and impart a mirror like look. However, these paints also bring out the imperfection of the wall surface if it is not properly smoothened or has cracks.

The glossy effect can be checked by controlling the amount of solvent used. Although reflective properties make a space look bigger but high gloss paints should not be used in a small room. Here, you may go for non-glossy paints.

Plastic emulsion paint is water-based and gives a luxurious, matt finish. It is therefore essential to clean the wall surface before its application. The wall should be free of any cement slurry, holes or mortar droppings. Also, the surface should be devoid of any moisture, but this paint takes less time to dry.

The market these days is buzzing with a variety of emulsions which give eggshell, silk or satin finish apart from the classic matt and glossy. So next time when you pick up brush for painting, keep these basic things in mind and you will get the desired look for your house.

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Dulux Metal Care-Satin Finish

The colour of your walls is always a very important factor in determining the look of your house. You can always contrast colours of your walls to give a contemporary feel to your house. If you match the colour of your walls with the furnishing of your house, you can give your space a perfect and coordinated look. 

Along with the colours of wall, the texture of wall paint also affects the look of the room. People with a taste for finesse and royalty prefer Satin Finish paints by Dulux. 

Dulux Satin Finish offers efficient coverage as compared to regular enamel. Also it takes very less time to dry, making it easy for users to use Satin Finish Paint. The durability of enamel and finish of emulsion gives Dulux Satin Finish Paint an edge over other kind of paints. 

With a wide range of shade collection Dulux Metal Care-Satin Finish gives you an ample choice of colours to choose from and colour your doors, windows and metal surfaces. 

Not only is Dulux Satin Finish Paint a good and durable option, it also is a very sophisticated emulsion. However, it takes some preparation before you start with the Satin Finish Paint. For instance, it is significant to ensure that the surface is dry, free from dust and grease. Flakes need to be removed and the surface needs to be sanded and cleaned. Emery paper is of many types so it is important to use 180 and 320 emery paper number to get the best possible effect from the emulsion later on! 

Priming, finishing, thinning are significant steps before you choose to use the Dulux Metal Care- Satin Finish Paint. It is also extremely essential to store Dulux Satin Finish Paint in the right way, that is, in upright position and in a very well-ventilated area, away from children.

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