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Types of Paints |
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Paints can be classified into different types on the basis of:
Based on Their Function
A preparatory coating applied before painting for better adhesion
Polish to create a smooth and shiny surface |
Sanding sealer fills small pits and pores. It is usually applied on wooden surfaces to achieve smother surface
Long lasting paints used to provide good and hard surface finish for concrete or other rough floors, e.g. Urethane Oil-Based Paint
It is a water-based anti-corrosive quick drying coat applied on metal surfaces
Applied with spray gun for even and smooth surface finish Based on Pigment Used
Zinc rich paints are used to withstand continuous temperature up to 550 C°. It is also used to protect the surface against weathering and corrosion as well as prevention of underfilm corrosion attack
It is the cheapest and decolorizes on exposure and is therefore commonly used for ordinary buildings. It is not suitable for exterior works. It cannot be used as a protection against corrosion
It consists of powdered graphite and oil and is used to coat metallic structures
In combination with linseed oil it may be used as a thick, long-lasting anti-corrosive layer
Used for the protection of steel against corrosion
Can be applied both on timber and metal, and is therefore ideal where the two are combined. e.g. A metal window frame with a wooden outer frame.
Used as a corrosion resistant agent and increase the durability of the surface several times Based on Sheen of a PaintThe sheen of paint is the amount of light reflected by the painted surface. Depending on level of sheen paints may be of four types;
Based on Appearance
Based on Binder/Medium
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