Interior paint can be amongst a choice of Acrylic or Solvent based paint used for Painting insides of a Structure viz, Home, Office, Shop, Studio/Showroom. Interior Paints can consist of Designer paints also. Always use recommended Primer.
Exterior Paints are paints that are used on the outside surface of Buildings, and are also durable against Weather. Exterior paints are manufactured with their utility in mind, and are to be used for their respective purpose only. Other options are available for Waterproofing requirements. Always Use recommended Primer.
There is a peculiar smell of paint that can be noticed when the painting project is on, Certain Acrylic paints have been introduced where the smell is very low compared to Solvent paints. The house will have a peculiar smell after the project, but will eventually disappear.
Any Acrylic Paint can take up to 4 hours to dry. Any Solvent based paint can take up to 8 hours to dry
Good Quality paint applied correctly will generally last 6 years.
Dark Shades are more expensive due to additional pigments added to the Base colour. Dark Shades require more pigments making them more expensive than Whites or Light Colours.
Most of the Products available in the market are washable. Light stains and pencil marks can be easily washed with water. Mild detergent can be used for harsh stains. It is recommended to wash the stains when they are fresh.
Painted walls can be kept neat with a little cleaning. Houses with kids will require more cleaning because of crayons and stains on the walls. Remove stains with a Sponge and some detergent. Don’t press to hard or scrub the wall.
All paints manufactured are under the strict guidelines and norms,so they are safe and right to be used. We recommend the use of Acrylic Paints because of their Low VOC content and larger variety.
Primer Paint is a layer of paint that is applied prior to the selected Paint. This coat provides adhesion to the surface, and increases the durability and look of the selected Paint. Primers come in a few options, it is recommended to check up on available options and choose the required one.
Putty is a paste form material, that is used to fill cracks and level dents on the surface. Different Putties are used for different kinds of usage. Paint cannot be directly applied on putty. The surface should be sanded and primed before applying paint.
All paints are to be diluted in some manner to be applied. Thinners and Turpentine are such dilatants that are used for thinning the paint. All Solvent based paint require thinning.
Any Enamel paint or Nitro Cellulose Paint can be used on metal surfaces. Additionally PU Paints can also be used for applying on Metal Surfaces. Before applying paint, priming the surface is mandatory.
There are various coatings available for wooden surfaces. Enamel Paint is a good option to paint on wooden doors, tables, windows, etc. for Strong Coatings on Natural wood Clear Coatings are available in PU. Melamyne range of products also offers protective coating on Veneers and Doors.
Polyester Coatings are specially formulated for protective coatings on Wood. Mainly used on Veneers, Polyester also called Lamination creates a mirror like finish on the surface, which enhances the look and life of the surface. Available in Gloss and Matt Clear finish it is available in colours also.
Paint rollers are available at any paint shop in your vicinity. Some Hardware shops also can provide rollers. Contact Om Paints (Mumbai) for more details.
Designer Paints are also called Texture Paints. These paints are specially made to make your wall look more sharper and beautiful with different patterns and designs. Contact us for more details.
Polyester Coatings are specially formulated for protective coatings on Wood. Mainly used on Veneers, Polyester also called Lamination creates a mirror like finish on the surface, which enhances the look and life of the surface. Available in Gloss and Matt Clear finish it is available in colours also.
Pre Painting procedures can include various steps where in, on needs to check the structure for Dampness or water seepage if any. That needs to be rectified before the start of Painting. Any loose plaster is to be removed and surface needs to be prepared by Putty. All Masonry work should be over before the painting process begins.
The duration of painting highly depends upon area, and condition of the surface. Provided all pre painting procedures are met, and there is no delay in work, Interior Painting can be completed by 20 days. Exterior Painting can take up to 25 days.
The Surface which is being painted should be prepared properly, and 2 coats minimum are required to see the new finish of the paint. 3 Coats are recommended for some areas and for Dark Colours.
Tinting is a process where any Colour from offered Shade Card can be made via adding various pigments to a base paint in a calculated formula.
There are various options available for suitable Budgets. Normally Paints can be purchased from 140 Rupees/ Liter till 800/ Liter.
Water seepage is a big problem, and the only ay to solve this is from the top. All treatments from within will not stop it. Find the source and get treatment done there. It could be a house above you, or a terrace, or some balcony.
Waterproofing is a process of making a structure water resistant, making it more durable against the ingress of water under specified conditions.
Waterproofing work should be avoided in monsoon, due to dampness and regular rain. Correction and curing of a said structure becomes difficult.
There are various brands that provide with astute solutions of waterproofing. The best product will depend upon the nature of problem. Leading companies like Asian Paints, Pidilite, Sunanda have quality products.