Heat-resistant paints: advantages and scope

In some cases, it is necessary not only to change the color of a piece of furniture, equipment or construction object, but also so that its decor has a certain degree of resistance to external influences, or rather, to high temperatures. Such a problem often arises when painting stoves, gas equipment, barbecues, heating radiators, transformers, etc. For these purposes, special paints and varnishes have been developed that withstand high temperatures and prevent the destruction of materials. They are called heat-resistant.

Heat-resistant paints and varnishes are made on a silicon-organic basis with the addition of special fillers to increase heat resistance and color. When such paint is applied to the surface, a durable, but at the same time, elastic coating is created on it, which protects against high temperatures.

The property of heat resistance is achieved due to the following properties of the components that make up the paint:

• Good resistance to temperatures of the base, consisting of silicon, oxygen and organic matter;
• High elasticity and good adhesion of fast organic resins;
• The ability of aluminum powder to withstand heat up to 600 degrees.

Properties of heat-resistant compounds:

• Plastic. This is a very important quality, because when heated, the metal, as you know, has the ability to expand, and the paint, accordingly, should expand with it;
• Electrical insulating properties. This property is of particular importance when it becomes necessary to paint surfaces that can conduct electricity;
• High anti-corrosion performance. Heat-resistant compounds do an excellent job of preventing rust on metal surfaces;
• Preservation of original qualities at various temperatures, both low and high.

Advantages of heat resistant paints (besides high temperature resistance):

• Resistant to strong temperature changes;
• Preventing the destruction of the main material of the product under the paint coating;
• Good traction performance. Cracks and peeling do not form on it;
• Ensuring an attractive appearance of the object to which they are applied;
• Ease of caring for the paintwork;
• Resistant to abrasive agents;
• Additional protection against aggressive influences, including corrosion.

Fire-resistant paints and varnishes are classified according to various parameters.

• Alkyd or acrylic are household compounds that can withstand temperatures of no more than 80-100 degrees.They may also contain zinc compounds. Designed for application to heating radiators or boilers;
• Epoxy - resistant to temperatures of 100-200 degrees. These compounds are made using epoxy resin. It is not necessary to apply a primer paint before applying epoxy paint;

• Epoxy ester and ethyl silicate - resistant to temperatures of 200-400 degrees, made on the basis of epoxy ester or ethyl silicate resins. In some cases, they include aluminum powder. Suitable for surface application of cooking utensils over a fire, such as barbecues or barbecues;
• Silicone - resistant to temperatures up to 650 degrees. The composition is based on polymer silicone resins;
• With composite additives and heat-resistant glass. The limit of heat resistance is up to 1000 degrees. Most often used in industry.

• Glossy - forms a shiny surface;
• Matte - creates surfaces without shine. More suitable for surfaces with irregularities and defects, as they help to hide them.

• Enamel - forms a glassy decorative layer on the treated surface. It is flexible enough, but creates an increased risk of fire spreading during a fire;
• Paint - forms a smooth decorative layer with higher fire retardant qualities;
• Varnish - forms a transparent glossy coating on the surface. Has high protective properties when exposed to open fire.

• KO-8111 - a dye intended for application to metal surfaces that heat up to 600 degrees. Has a high degree of resistance to aggressive environments;
• KO-811 - the dye used for the treatment of steel, titanium and aluminum surfaces, forms a durable anti-corrosion, heat and moisture resistant, environmentally friendly, resistant to thermal shock coating, which becomes even denser with increasing temperature;
• KO-813 - the dye used for application on metal surfaces heated to 60-500 degrees, has high anti-corrosion characteristics, is resistant to temperature extremes;
• KO-814 - designed for surfaces heated to 400 degrees. Frost-resistant, resistant to the action of petroleum products, mineral oils, salt solutions. Most often used for painting steam lines.

Heat-resistant paint can be produced in different forms, thanks to which it is convenient to use it for painting a wide variety of surfaces.

The main ones are:

• Paint designed to be applied by brush or roller. It is usually bottled in cans, buckets or drums, depending on the volume. It is convenient to purchase paints in such packaging if it is necessary to paint large enough surfaces;
• Spray can. The formulations are packed in spray cans. The paint is applied by spraying. When painted, it is evenly distributed over the surface. Aerosol packaging is convenient for small areas, especially hard-to-reach areas. Special skills and tools are not required to work with aerosol formulations.

Usually, when choosing color solutions for coloring with heat-resistant dyes, preference is given to a limited set of colors. The most commonly used colors are black, white, silver (the so-called "silver") or chrome colors. Although many manufacturers today offer more interesting colors that will help create unusual, but at the same time functional decors, for example, red, blue, orange, raspberry, brown, green gray, beige.

Heat-resistant compositions are used to treat surfaces made of various materials that are heated or used in conditions where exposure to high temperatures occurs, namely metal (most often), brick, concrete, glass, cast iron, and plastic.

Such paints are most often used for coloring:

• Brick and metal stoves in saunas, wood baths;
• Fireplaces;
• Drying chambers (refractory compositions are used that can withstand exposure to 600-1000 degrees;
• Indoor heating radiators;
• Hot parts of machine tools;
• Braziers and barbecues;

• Gas column boxes;
• Boilers;
• Oven doors;
• Chimneys;
• Transformers;
• Brake calipers;
• Steam pipelines;
• Electric motors and their parts;
• Mufflers;
• Headlight reflectors.

A fairly large number of brands are represented on the market for heat-resistant dyes today. Many companies that produce conventional paints and varnishes have high temperature resistant formulations in their product line.

The most popular ones are:

• Certa. Heat-resistant enamel, developed by Spectr, is intended for the treatment of surfaces heated to 900 degrees. The color palette is presented in 26 colors. The most resistant is black enamel. Colored compounds are less heat resistant. White, copper, gold, brown, green, blue, blue, turquoise enamels can withstand up to 750 degrees. Other colors - 500. Such dyes can be used in any premises, including baths and saunas. According to consumer reviews, this dye dries quickly and has a long service life. The formulations are easy to apply and are sold in convenient containers at a fairly reasonable price.

• Termal - alkyd paint from the famous brand Tikkurila. The main colors are black and silver. Can be used on metal surfaces to temperatures where the metal is glowing red. This composition is a good option for surface treatment in baths. Consumers of this product note a rather high price of paint, as well as a short service life (about three years). In addition, the surface must dry at a temperature of 230 degrees, which will allow the coating to finally cure.
• Elcon. The products of this company are specially designed for Russian climatic conditions. Heat-resistant enamel is most suitable for interior work, since it does not emit harmful substances into the air. She is usually used to paint fireplaces, chimneys, stoves, pipes. The main colors are black and silver.

• Hammerite. A paint specially designed for metal processing. An additional advantage of the composition is that it can be applied without preliminary surface preparation, directly on rust. According to reviews, the composition is unstable to the effects of gasoline, fat, diesel fuel. The paint can be applied to surfaces heated to 600 degrees.
• Thermic KO-8111 - heat-resistant composition that can withstand heating up to 600 degrees. The dye also protects the painted surfaces from stray currents, the action of salts, chlorine, oils and other aggressive substances. Suitable for painting fireplaces and stoves, also suitable for baths, as it has anti-corrosion properties.
• Russian dye Kudo can withstand temperatures up to 600 degrees. The color palette is represented by 20 colors. Available in aerosol form.

• Hansa dye also available in aerosol cans, buckets, cans and barrels. The color palette has 16 colors. The temperature resistance of the composition is 800 degrees.
• Rust-oleum - the most heat-resistant paint that can withstand heating up to 1093 degrees. Resistant to petrol and oils. The main container is spray cans. Colors are matt white, black, gray and transparent.
• Bosny - a heat-resistant composition in the form of an aerosol of two types, resistant to the effects of 650 degrees. The dye contains alkyd resins, styrene, tempered glass, which makes it possible to use the paint, including in damp rooms. The consumer appreciated such qualities of this composition as the speed of drying and the absence of the need for preliminary priming of the surface.

• Dufa - German alkyd dye from Meffert AG Farbwerke. Contains white spirit, titanium dioxide, various additives. Dufa is used for painting metal surfaces and heating systems. A feature of the paint is that it allows you to extremely evenly distribute elevated temperatures over the painted surface and thereby protect the painted object from overheating.
• Galacolor - Russian heat-resistant epoxy paint. It has good resistance to temperature shocks and a low price.
• Dura heat - refractory dye that can withstand surface heating up to 1000 degrees. The paint contains silicone resin and special additives that provide a high level of resistance to high temperatures. This universal compound can be used for painting barbecues, stoves, boilers, heating boilers, and car exhaust pipes. Consumer reviews of this dye indicate a low consumption of the product.

The degree of heat resistance determines the limiting temperature that the painted surface can withstand without changing its appearance. Temperature resistance depends on the operating conditions of the object to be painted. For example, a metal stove heats up to 800 degrees, and heating radiators in apartment buildings - up to 90.

Refractory, heat-resistant and heat-resistant dyes are used to cover heating surfaces. Heat-resistant paints are used for temperatures not exceeding 600 degrees (metal stoves or metal elements of stoves, but not in a sauna). Refractory compounds are suitable for products, the operating conditions of which involve the presence of a nearby source of open fire. At medium temperatures (no more than 200 degrees), high-temperature paints are used. They are suitable for painting engine parts, brick stoves, radiators and heating pipes. Heat-resistant varnishes that can withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees are also suitable for medium temperatures. They look more decorative on brick surfaces, giving them shine and shine.

The composition of the paint is of particular importance if the dye is chosen for indoor work with people. In such cases, you should take a closer look at formulations with non-toxic components. In addition, the composition of the product indicates what temperatures it can withstand. So, for example, a heat-resistant paint with a temperature resistance of more than 500 degrees indicated on it cannot but contain metal powder (aluminum or zinc)

The presence or absence of anti-corrosion properties is also an important factor in the selection. So, for painting heating devices in saunas or baths, it is required that the paint not only withstands high temperatures, but also protects metal equipment from moisture.

There are also universal heat-resistant paint formulations on the market today that can be used on a variety of surfaces. After staining, they create a reliable air and moisture protective film on the surface.

Thus, in order to choose the right heat-resistant paint, you need to carefully read its description, find out its purpose, consult with the seller, read reviews of other consumers and builders.

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