How to paint walls after puttying and is it possible to do it?

How and with what can you paint surfaces after puttying?

Painting of putty surfaces is done with oil or some types of water-based paint. The preparation of walls for painting must be done efficiently to ensure an even coating with the dye.

The work is carried out in stages:

1. The walls are inspected and the scope of repair work is assessed. The consumption of finishing materials is affected by the quality of the base. The deviation from the vertical of the wall is assessed using a rule.
2. Puttying is carried out with 2 compounds (starting, finishing), the work is carried out with a spatula, which is held at an angle of 30°.
3. The starting putty is applied in a layer of 50 mm, the finishing putty is applied in a layer of 2 mm.
4. The finished base is rubbed with fine-grained sandpaper.
5. After the putty has dried, the coloring composition is mixed in a container and applied with a roller to the wall.
6. The first layer is dried, then the painted base is re-tinted.
7. Corner areas are painted with a thin brush.
8. The treated base is dried.

Determine what paint to paint the surfaces in accordance with the characteristics of the putty composition, which can be:

• polymer;
• plaster;
• cement.

Polymer compositions

Polymer putty is optimal for the finishing layer before painting. The composition is intended for interior work. Using the solution, the surface is smoothed, making it easier to paint the walls. The thin structure of the product helps eliminate minor deformations. This type of putty has high adhesion to the surface and does not peel off during use. It is necessary to take into account the high cost of polymer materials.

Surfaces are painted with polyvinyl acetate water-based paint. The material is easy to apply, comes in a wide range of colors, is environmentally friendly, fireproof, and dries quickly.

Plaster

Gypsum solutions are used for interior work; the product is suitable for eliminating cracks, small defects, and joints. Gypsum putty is painted with acrylic or polyvinyl acetate water-based paint.

The advantage of putty is its affordable cost, economical use, environmental friendliness of components, and ease of sanding. Gypsum putty hardens quickly, so work is carried out in small areas. The mass is not used for concrete bases and for finishing rooms with high levels of air humidity and building facades.

Cement

Cement mixtures for puttying before painting are strong, durable, resistant to temperature changes and air humidity. In addition to cement powder, the putty contains lime, which increases the plasticity of the mass. The putty mixture is affordable and easy to apply. The structure of cement putty is coarse-grained. Surfaces are painted with water-based and powder paints.

What you need to prepare

If the rough leveling of the ceiling has already been completed (plaster, gypsum board), or the base does not need it (monolithic concrete floor), for finishing preparation - puttying you will need the following tools and devices:

1. Portable trestles or stepladder;
2. Container for primer composition;
3. Paint brushes and a roller with a long handle - for applying primer;
4. Electric drill (from 500 W) with an attachment for stirring solutions;

5. Container for mixing putty;
6. Steel smoother 400-500 mm wide;

7. A set of metal spatulas of various widths - 350-450 mm (main), 70-150 mm and 200 - 250 mm (auxiliary);

8. A grater with a set of mesh or sandpaper for sanding putty;
9. Rule lath 2-2.5 m long;

10. Portable lamp;
11. Personal protective equipment - respirator, safety glasses, overalls.

List of required materials:

1. Primer composition;
2. Putty – basic and finishing;
3. Reinforcing fiberglass mesh - for ceilings made of slabs or plasterboard;
4. Sandpaper or sanding mesh.

Wall painting options

You can paint the walls in your apartment using putty using tinted varnishes, waxes or paints. Some plasters are offered by manufacturers tinted, while other materials are colored during the preparation process using pigments.

Taking into account the texture of the putty and the design project, you can use the following painting options:

• plain tinting of wall panels;
• tinting surfaces in several shades;
• painting walls to resemble polished marble and Venetian plaster;
• the “dry brush” technique allows you to create artificially natural unevenness on the base;
• toning with the effect of highlighting individual areas.

Additional recommendations

Metal coating experts recommend the following:

• Before starting the work process, you should definitely read the instructions from the manufacturer, first of all, pay attention to the timing of application and the purpose of the putty for a specific coating.
• It is better to prepare the putty mixture in batches so that you have time to use the required volume before it hardens.
• The surface that requires treatment must be clean and free of grease. You can use a universal degreaser for this.
• The hardener and base must be mixed well according to the proportions, otherwise defects may occur during the work process.
• The mixture is applied in thin layers, if there are more than 3 layers, you need to give each layer time to dry. The polyester mixture is dried at a temperature no higher than +75 degrees, otherwise it will crack.

If you need to choose a high-quality putty mixture for working with metal parts, pay attention to its purpose and properties specified by the manufacturer.

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Types of paints

You can determine which paint to use for putty by color, composition, texture, purpose, characteristics of water resistance, strength, layer density (hiding power), and wear resistance. Products must be environmentally friendly and safe for people. Paints for putty substrates are produced for interior and exterior (facade) work.

In the latter case, it is optimal to use the following paints:

• acrylic with high moisture resistance;
• silicone elastic;
• silicate moisture-resistant, easy to clean.

These coatings are durable and resistant to precipitation due to the presence of a film layer on the surface. Many compositions have a white tone, which can be changed through tinting. Several coloring pigments are added to the material to obtain the required tone. The mass is mixed using a construction mixer.

Coloring agents differ in the type of base.

For tinting putty surfaces, it is better to choose the following paints:

1. Water-based

   . Requires application in 2 layers. After drying, a matte film is formed.

2. Acrylic

   . Available in glossy, specialized and glyphthalic (with acrylic resin). This dye is non-toxic and has a creamy consistency that is easily distributed on the walls. The material dries quickly, maintaining a rich shade. The dye is also suitable for creating complex compositions with areas of painting, decoupage, and ornament.

3. Latex

   . Dry quickly and are aesthetically pleasing. However, the material is only suitable for rooms with stable air temperatures (living rooms, bedrooms) and is not used for kitchens.

Powder coating materials

TECHNOLOGY FOR PRODUCTION OF POWDER COATINGS

To obtain powder paints, three different methods are used:

• dry mixing of dispersed components;

• mixing in the melt followed by grinding of the melt;

• dispersion of pigments in a solution of film formers followed by distillation of the solvent from the liquid material.

Dry mixing

used for pigmentation of pre-ground thermoplastic polymers. When using this method, non-separating stable compositions are obtained only if, during mixing, disaggregation of the grains of the original materials occurs and the formation of new mixed aggregates with a large contact surface between dissimilar particles. When dry mixing without grinding polymer grains, particles of pigments and fillers only “powder” the surface of the polymer grains from the outside. Polar polymers (polyvinyl butyral, polyamides, cellulose ethers, etc.) have good adhesion to dispersed pigments and fillers. Non-polar polymers (polyolefins, fluoroplastics, etc.) are much more difficult to mix with fillers.

How to get the job done right

When performing staining, it is recommended to consider the following nuances:

1. After puttying and sanding, it is recommended to prime the base and only then paint it. Surface treatment is required to increase the strength of the top finishing layer.
2. The main tinting work is carried out only after the soil has dried.
3. The paint is mixed and tinting is added. Experts recommend mixing the composition immediately onto the area of ​​the room to create a single shade.
4. The dye roller is selected in accordance with the level of density and composition of the dye. The water-based material is applied with a foam roller, the rest of the paints with velor.
5. The paint is distributed in even movements from the left side of the wall to the right.
6. The dye is applied in 2 layers, the first one is dried, then the next one is applied. If the dye is not allowed to dry within a certain period of time, when the composition is re-applied, there will be smudges and unevenness on the surface.
7. Corner areas need to be painted with a brush.
8. When creating a geometric pattern on the wall, use masking tape.

Scope of application of metal putties

Metal putties can be used for surfaces made of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as galvanized products. Some types are also suitable for galvanized surfaces. Putties are used for the following operations:

• leveling: the composition fills dents, cracks and scratches;
• strengthening surfaces by increasing the thickness of the product;
• sealing holes;
• anti-corrosion treatment of surfaces, including those already affected by rust.

Metal putties are wear-resistant and can withstand weathering, moisture, frost and other adverse influences. They are usually applied before painting.

Metal putty is purchased for repair and protection against corrosion of metal building structures and elements: fences, railings, stairs, metal garages and gates, door hinges, etc. Such putties are also useful for processing metal pipelines.

Metal putties are in demand not only in construction. Thus, they are actively used in the repair of cars, water transport, industrial equipment, and restoration of the surface of various metal products.

Useful tips

Additional tips for high-quality painting on putty:

1. It is unacceptable to paint wall panels damaged by mold and fungi. You will need to clean the base and treat it with antiseptic agents and moisture-resistant impregnation. Damaged areas are thoroughly dried before finishing.
2. For comfortable painting, paint is poured into special paint trays with compartments. The roller is thoroughly washed between finishing works.
3. Water-based paint can be used to finish a bathroom only if there is forced ventilation. In the absence of equipment from high humidity and steam, the painted surface will be short-lived.
4. To decorate the kitchen, dyes that are resistant to mechanical damage and dirt are used. To increase durability, the painted layer is coated with a transparent water-based varnish. Experts recommend not painting areas of work areas (near the sink, electric stove), but laying them out with tiles.
5. When choosing paint, the area of ​​the room is taken into account. To visually reduce spacious rooms, you can choose dark and rich shades; light colors will visually expand compact spaces.

Whether it is worth using dye over putty and plaster depends on the design project. Design solutions are being developed with tint building mixtures, inserts of tiles, wood, stone, etc. Surface tinting is a more budget-friendly option and allows you to implement standard and custom projects.

Where to buy quality putty?

In the Remonstr online store you will find a wide selection of putties for wallpaper, painting and other finishing at the lowest prices in Samara. Our assortment includes putties from Russian and foreign manufacturers, the quality of their products is always high: Berg, Forman, Makroflex, Knauf, NOVBYTHIM, Isover, Henkel, Quelyd EK Dry Construction Mixes, Dufa, Belcolor, Ursa, Prestige ", Penosil, "Rogneda", Tikkurila, etc.

Our qualified and friendly staff will always help you choose the right putty for painting or wallpaper, and calculate how much it will be needed for work in your home. If you wish, you can perform this calculation yourself using the convenient calculator on our website.