How to choose a facade paint for outdoor woodwork?

Paint is a popular finishing material for building facades. If you correctly approach the choice of this or that composition, then a cottage, a country house or a small summer cottage will look aesthetically pleasing, attractive and will retain their external charm for a long time.

Modern manufacturers offer several varieties of facade paints. Today we'll talk about how to find the perfect option for outdoor woodwork.

Facade paint is a finishing material that should not only be attractive, but also durable. On the modern construction market there are high-quality coloring mixtures for the design of wooden bases.

Distinctive characteristics of exterior paints are the following parameters:

• They prevent water and moisture from being absorbed into the wood. Thanks to this characteristic, the noble material does not swell and does not lose its shape if it comes into contact with water.

• By choosing a high-quality facade paint, you will protect wooden bases from premature aging.
• In addition, most facade paints on wood prevent the formation of mold or mildew on it, which adversely affects not only the appearance of the house, but also the structure of the natural material. Also, using a reliable coloring composition, you will protect wood from pests, which, as a rule, are not so easy to get rid of.

• Facade paint is designed to protect the wooden base from the negative effects of sunlight. Without such a finish, the tree can quickly dry out and crack under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.
• If you want to achieve a unique design effect, then you should choose a facade paint that will accentuate the attractive structure of the wood. Due to this characteristic, such compositions are very popular with buyers.
• A tree finished with high-quality and beautiful paint will not suffer from climatic changes.

• The painted facade is not afraid of abrasion.
• Facade paints, as a rule, are frost-resistant and are not afraid of temperature jumps.

The rich assortment of these products allows consumers to choose the option they like without much difficulty and long searches.

Today, there are several varieties of paints intended for exterior decoration. Each of them has its own distinctive characteristics. Let's get to know them better.

Acrylic paints for wood are water-based. They have good performance characteristics. They can easily decorate the facade of a building by yourself, without involving professionals.

As for the composition of such mixtures itself, in addition to water, they also contain coloring pigments and special additives that make them more wear-resistant and durable. The connecting element in this case is acrylic.

These paint enamels can be thinned and applied to wooden walls with a spray gun. In addition, they are perfect for both outdoor and indoor finishing work.

Ideally, acrylic paints fit evenly on substrates made of a material such as MDF. Also, you can safely refer to such compositions in the decoration of concrete walls.If your house is built of aerated concrete, then it is advisable to opt for a light primer and apply it with a spray gun.

Many consumers opt for acrylic dye mixtures, since their color can be changed... For example, ordinary white enamel can be diluted with colored enamel. In such cases, the color scheme can change beyond recognition. Also, for a cleaner and more attractive design, it is necessary to apply acrylic paint in several layers, otherwise unpainted areas will be conspicuous and spoil the appearance of the building as a whole.

Acrylic facade paints are durable and durable. However, they are quite expensive, so many consumers refuse to buy them in favor of alternative options.

These paints also belong to the category of water-based paints. They are no less popular than the common acrylic options. Such compositions have the following positive qualities:

• are not afraid of abrasion;
• are not afraid of exposure to sunlight: they do not fade or crack when under their influence;
• have a fairly elastic layer.

These dye mixtures contain special acrylic resins. These components expand the list of performance characteristics of paints.

In addition, latex water-based mixtures have various synthetic additives, due to which the appearance of the wooden surface painted by them acquires a very neat and slightly rough appearance.

Alkyd paint is perfect for a wooden facade. Such compositions have been used for a long time, because they look beautiful, attracting attention with a discreet shine. Also, the popularity and fame of these mixtures is due to their quick drying, which does not have to wait too long.

The following elements are present in the composition of alkyd paints:

• film former latex and resin;
• solvent;
• titanium dioxide acts as a pigment;
• special fillers;
• additives to impart durability, durability and elasticity to the composition.

As a rule, alkyd paints have a fairly even and rich color scheme. After being applied to the wall, these mixtures form a thin but durable protective film that protects the wood from dampness, moisture, sunlight and other negative environmental factors.

Despite their popularity and excellent performance, alkyd mixtures have their own weaknesses, which include:

• low vapor permeability;
• minimum frost resistance;
• an unpleasant and pungent odor that does not disappear even after the paint dries.

A wooden house can be painted with oil paint. The composition of these finishing materials contains special binders, as well as a colored pigment. As a binder, as a rule, drying oil acts in such mixtures.

As for the coloring pigment, its function is performed by a finely dispersed mineral powder, which does not undergo dissolution in the binder component.

In this case, the pigment is heavier than the binder, so a rather dense sediment can often be seen on the bottom of the paint package. Before you start working with the dye mixture, you need to mix it well.

The main characteristics of oil facade paints are the following parameters:

• Good adhesion to wood substrates.
• Poor resistance to sunlight. It is because of this that a surface painted with oil paint can quickly fade in the sun and lose its beautiful shine.Experts recommend choosing lighter coloring mixtures for facade work, since fading will be less noticeable on them.

• Unpleasant and rather persistent smell. For this reason, it can be difficult to work with her. Some home craftsmen note that in the process of finishing work, they were very sick and even dizzy. Unfortunately, these odors do not disappear soon.
• It dries for a very long time, therefore it is recommended to apply it on a wooden facade only in dry and calm weather, otherwise dust and other contaminants will adhere to the base.
• It can last only 6-7 years. If the facade is in unfavorable climatic conditions, then this period can be much shorter.

As a rule, the consumption of the dye mixture per 1 m2 is indicated in liters or kilograms directly on the package or box. However, it should be borne in mind that this indicator can be indicated in a fairly wide range.

Experts say that in the case of planed wood, the consumption of the coloring composition will be much less. If the facade was painted before, then the amount of the mixture spent is reduced even more.

If you plan to apply paint in several layers (this is especially important when it comes to acrylic mixture), then each next layer will differ in less consumption than the previous one. If you need to calculate the total consumption of the dye, then for this you need to calculate it as the ratio of the area of ​​the facade to the consumption per 1 sq. M. It is recommended to leave a small reserve (about 5%).

Currently, the market for finishing materials is literally overflowing with well-known and little-known manufacturers that produce paints for outdoor use. Let's take a closer look at the most popular and high-quality firms.

The range of this manufacturer includes high quality paints for indoor and outdoor use. An attractive and reliable mixture can be selected for the facade of the building, as well as for the fence, gazebo, terrace and even garden furniture.

The main advantage of Osmo products is their environmentally friendly composition.... With the help of such paints and varnishes, you can make the facade of the house not only attractive and aesthetic, but also more wear-resistant and durable. Wood finished with Osmo exterior paint is protected from sun fading and moisture / moisture penetration.

Yaroslavl paints "Yarko" form a breathable coating on wooden walls, which is very easy to apply and is quite even. It is also worth noting the durability of the coloring mixtures of this company and the possibility of tinting according to the color catalog.

Front paints "Bright" do not have a strong smell and are not afraid of temperature changes or negative atmospheric influences.

A few words about TIKKURILA Vinh paint, see below in the video.

Facade paints from this manufacturer are produced not only for ordinary private houses and summer cottages, but also for buildings with a high operational load. The assortment of the company includes acrylic and organic mixtures. However, water-based formulations are considered the most popular, as they are environmentally friendly, breathable and wear-resistant.

A few words about the popular paint Tikkurila learn from the following video.

For finishing the facades of private houses and cottages, consumers most often buy water-based paint mixtures. The choice of these dyes is due to their environmental friendliness and attractive appearance.

Also, buyers were pleased with the durability of such products and the ease of its application due to the presence of special additives in the composition. However, many were disappointed by the high price of such paints.

Alkyd paints have good properties, but they do not tolerate low temperatures poorly.

On walls with such coatings, mold or mildew may develop, since they do not differ in vapor permeability.Most often, buyers respond positively to these dyes, but many at least once had problems with the appearance of these defects. In addition, people note the impressive consumption of such paint during the application process and the long drying time.

As for oil paints, they are used a little less often. First of all, many buyers refuse to buy them because of the pungent and persistent odor, as well as the rather long drying time. But these paints are inexpensive and have an attractive gloss (albeit short-lived).

The choice of facade paint for outdoor woodwork must be approached very responsibly. Buy exclusively high quality and reliable mixes. Second-rate dyes will quickly deteriorate and ruin the look of your home.

The selection of outdoor paint should be based on the following criteria:

• Weather resistance... Buy only those facade paints that are not afraid of rains and snowfalls, as well as temperature changes. A low-quality composition will manifest itself in the very first winter - it will begin to crack and even crumble.
• UV resistance... Buy facade paints that are resistant to aggressive sunlight. If the mixture does not possess such properties, then it will quickly lose brightness, and the wooden base under it will dry out and crack

• Durability and reliability... Choose only those facade paints that have a large margin of safety. Otherwise, the coating will not last long.
• Long service life... In order not to repaint the wooden base many times, you should choose durable paint mixtures. As a rule, the life of the paint is indicated on the packaging or in the product passport. The lower the quality of the composition, the less it will last.

• Presence of antiseptic additives. Even if you have previously treated wooden walls with special protective coatings, experts still recommend using modern facade paints equipped with special additives that prevent the decomposition of natural material, as well as protect it from insects.
• Manufacturer... Contact only well-known manufacturers whose products have received many positive consumer reviews. Don't look for too cheap paints, especially when it comes to acrylic options, as they can be substandard and short-lived.