Work with acrylic paints. How to choose a brush for acrylic paint

Brushes for painting with acrylic come in different types. A nylon brush has proven itself best, but it is not suitable for all types of work, so it cannot be the only one in an artist’s arsenal. Before buying this or that brush, you should figure out whether it is suitable for acrylic and for the specific characteristics of a particular artist.

Before buying a brush, you should figure out whether it is suitable for acrylic.

Shapes of brushes

You can work with acrylic with a tool of any shape, but each of the brushes is capable of performing a certain amount of work while painting. It is very easy to ruin a painting if you choose the wrong brush shape for certain strokes.

1. Round. This tool is considered universal, suitable for any paints and techniques. They can be used for drawing details or filling, depending on the number of the brush. The round shape is achieved by enclosing the pile in a round-shaped cage.
2. Flat. To create this brush shape, a flat clip is used. Brushes can be wide and narrow, long and short. They are convenient to use for painting large areas of a painting with plain paint, including acrylic.
3. Contour. The shape of these brushes is similar to flat brushes, but the bristles are shorter and wider, making strokes easier to control. Contour brushes are also convenient for creating color brushes.
4. Brush in the shape of a cat's tongue. The shape of such an instrument resembles a dome or oval. It is considered a compromise solution between round and flat brushes, since it leaves different strokes depending on the position. The tool is not suitable for beginners, as its use requires some skill.
5. Linear. To create such a brush, long bristles are used, and the thickness of the tool is very small. The brush is more suitable for inscriptions or very thin, small details.

There are several other types of brushes, such as stencil or type brushes, but they are much less suitable for painting acrylics than the ones described above.

Types of brushes

For drawing acrylic paints Both hard and soft brushes are suitable. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages and is used in certain techniques.

To work with acrylic paints, you can use both hard and soft brushes.

Soft brushes

Such instruments, which are largely made from natural materials, hold paint well and are suitable not only for acrylic, but also for watercolor and gouache. Artists use them to create fine, precise lines or to depict translucent tones. Using a soft brush is convenient for drawing small details.

The best natural, soft brush is considered to be sable. However, acrylic paints easily spoil this type of pile, so its use is not recommended. An alternative option is a tassel made half of sable and half of synthetic material. Well, a cheaper and more common alternative is a synthetic brush.

Hard brushes

In addition to weightless layers, acrylic paint is used to apply thick strokes. Using acrylic, you can use various relief and rough techniques, which require hard brushes that hold a lot of paint, and the strokes are clearer.

A brush for painting with acrylic should not only be hard, but also elastic and flexible enough so that the strokes are even and do not spoil the picture.

Modern painting tools match required characteristics and are made from synthetic materials. Depending on the techniques used by the artist, a hard brush can be large or small, have different widths, and handle lengths.

Brush sizes

To determine what size brushes are needed for a particular style of acrylic painting, you need to gain some experience. When choosing a brush number, you should take into account the fact that the numbering may differ from different manufacturers, so having found the best option for painting, you should buy tools from only one company.

The numbering of brushes starts from one and goes up to 16 (sometimes 14). The thickness of the stroke increases accordingly. However, the difference between the brushes is not only in width, but also in the length of the handle. Soft tools are shorter, hard ones are longer, which allows you to draw at some distance from the canvas and better evaluate the picture.

Soft brushes are shorter, unlike hard ones, since they paint last at some distance from the canvas

Nylon brush

A nylon brush is considered the best option for beginner artists who prefer acrylic. It is synthetic and comes in many different shapes and sizes.

The main advantages of a nylon bristle brush:

1. Elasticity. The material from which the tool is made has high elastic properties, does not break when bent and is quite elastic and elastic. The strokes of paint that such a brush leaves are smooth and clear. The nylon brush is easy to paint even for beginners, as it is a middle option between hard and soft.
2. Strength. The main problem with natural brushes in acrylic painting is the need to keep them in water. Because of this attitude, the bristles fall out and deteriorate, which, however, does not apply to this synthetic brush. The tool will not last any less if it stays in water for a long time, so it is suitable for acrylic.
3. Easy to care for. Due to the fact that the brush is made of synthetics, it is easy to clean acrylic, which is famous for its quick drying and sticking to the bristles. Natural brushes are very difficult to tidy up, since their structure is not smooth, like nylon. To care for this brush, simply rinse it with running water after use.

It is worth noting that a nylon brush, although very good, cannot be an alternative to all other types of tools. Experienced artists will, in any case, have several other types of brushes in stock, for some specific techniques.

Nylon brush - the best option for beginner artists

Caring for your brushes

Acrylic paint is different in that no matter what techniques the artist uses and no matter how keen he is on the process, he must ensure that the brushes do not dry out. Acrylic dries very quickly and then the instruments can be considered damaged. To prevent this, you need to keep your brushes in water while painting, which gradually spoils them, but at least does not disable them.

The process of cleaning the brush after painting:

• After finishing work, excess paint must be removed with a rag or thick paper, carefully wiping the brush on it;
• then the brush is lowered into the water, and rotational movements, with the help of which acrylic is removed from the pile;
• the instrument is wiped with a rag and soaped with soap;
• then the soap must be washed off, making sure that it gets between the bristles and under the holder (in order for the brush to last longer, even the slightest remnants of paint must be removed);
• The brush should be washed before clear water, after which it is wiped dry and the pile is left to dry (the bundle should be directed upward, and the brush must first be given the correct shape).

If the acrylic has dried on the brush, you can try to remove it by soaking it in a special cleaning agent, and then carefully remove the remaining paint with a wooden toothpick, after pressing the brush to a hard surface.

In general, for this you should use synthetic brushes. The shape and size are selected individually, but for beginners it is best to purchase several standard brush options. When working with acrylic you should great attention pay attention to the care of tools, as the paint dries quickly and spoils the pile.

Acrylic Information

Working with acrylic paints

Acrylic paints are water-dispersed paints based on polyacrylates (mainly polymers of methyl, ethyl and butyl acrylates), as well as their copolymers as film formers. Acrylic paints in painting

Acrylic paints become darker as they dry. They can also be used as an alternative to oil paint using well-known techniques. They dry very quickly - this is their advantage over other paints. It can be applied either in a very liquid, diluted state (diluted with water), or in a paste-like state, thickened with special thickeners used by artists, while acrylic does not form cracks, unlike oil paints. The paint lays down in an even film, has a slight shine, does not require fixing with fixatives or varnishes, and has the property of forming a film that can be washed off after drying only with special solvents.

Acrylic paints and varnishes can be used on any non-greasy base such as glass, wood, metal, linen, canvas, etc. Fresh acrylic paint can be easily removed from objects with water, but when it dries it requires special solvents.

Depending on the amount of water used during dilution or the use of other fillers (gels, pastes, putties, adhesives), the finished acrylic painting may be similar to watercolor or oil images or have its own unique color rendering, not achievable in other areas of fine art.
Acrylic is a paint consisting of three main components:
pigment,
synthetic binder material (acrylic polymer emulsion)
and water.
The latter is especially important for us.
Acrylic paint dries as soon as the water evaporates from it.
That is why it is difficult to adapt to them at first - they dry very quickly both in work and on the palette.
The pigments are the same as with oil, but there is a slight adjustment to the composition. It is worth remembering that
acrylic paint dries, becomes about three shades darker,
while the oil hardly changes color. That is why the same cadmium, for example, can turn out to be a different color in oil and acrylic paint (of course, I mean the finished work - when the right amount of paint is selected, thinner is added, and so on).

Tools and materials.

Acrylic paints can be found in jars and tubes. Typically, paints in tubes are thicker, but you can also find different markings. For example, the marking "flow-formula" means that the paints are more fluid, and "full-bodied" means that they are thicker.

One of the advantages of acrylic is that in combination with it you can use a huge number of additional artistic media.
These include various pastes and gels (acrylic based),
which can give the work any effect,
and various varnishes that are convenient for fixing paint.

Separately, it is worth mentioning thinners.
Despite the fact that acrylic paint can be easily diluted with water, it is usually not recommended to do this - there is a risk that the acrylic will then lose its properties and may crack or fade.
Therefore, paint manufacturers recommend using
special thinners for acrylic.
It is best to buy the thinner from the same company as the paint itself.

There is another important component.
Drying retardant for acrylic.
When using this component, you can increase the drying time of acrylic to several tens of minutes (instead of the usual two minutes) or, if desired, days. Why this might be useful - it’s easier to shade, and in general, to “safeguard” so that you have time to remove the paint in time.
Fresh acrylic can be easily removed with water.

Dried paint requires solvents

After working with acrylic, you must thoroughly rinse your brushes with water!
Dried acrylic in a brush can ruin the brush forever!
ACRYLIC PAINTS

HAVING MANY ADVANTAGES OF OIL AND WATER COLOR PAINTS, AS WELL AS A NUMBER OF OWN ADVANTAGES, ACRYLIC PAINTS ARE UNIVERSAL AND EASY TO HANDL. WHATEVER YOUR PREFERENCES IN PAINTING, IT IS WORTH TRYING TO WORK WITH ACRYLIC PAINTS. THEY ARE BASED ON PLASTIC SYNTHETIC RESIN AND CAN PROVIDE BOTH THE MOST EXCELLENT FILLS AND GLASSES AND THE DENSE TEXTURE OF THE PAINTING. THE POPULARITY OF ACRYLIC HAS BEEN INCREASINGLY SINCE ITS APPEARANCE ON THE MARKET ABOUT 50 YEARS AGO. THIS HAPPENED MAINLY DUE TO A NUMBER OF ITS SERIOUS ADVANTAGES OVER TRADITIONAL MATERIALS.

Acrylic paints dry quickly, have good covering power and excellent color brightness - they do not fade in the sun (like watercolors) and do not fade over time (like oil), and after drying they take the form of an elastic, plastic-resistant coating. You can write with acrylic on paper, cardboard, canvas, wood. In addition, it can be applied to glass, metal or fabric that is free of dust, oil and grease.

THINNING THE PAINT

The pigment particles of acrylic paints are bound together by a liquid, milk-like plastic mass that becomes transparent after drying. Acrylic dissolves in water, which can be used as a thinner and wash to clean brushes and palettes. Unlike other water-based paints, acrylic becomes insoluble once it dries. This is its positive quality, since the finished work is no longer affected by water, in addition, paint can be applied over dried layers. The downside is that acrylic can ruin brushes if they are not thoroughly washed regularly. Water is not the only medium that dilutes acrylic paints. Most manufacturers produce their own products that can change the “behavior” of acrylic paints. The most important of them are gloss and matte thinners. The gloss thinner helps improve the covering qualities of the paint and, when dry, gives it the character of a shiny surface; matte has the same consistency, but dries to a matte finish. An excellent property of these paints is their drying speed. Acrylic dries as soon as the water it contains evaporates. Usually after 30 minutes a new layer of acrylic paint can be applied. This remarkable quality is especially valuable when you need to work quickly to capture the changing state of a landscape. You can create an impasto base without interrupting your work, and it won't take as long for the paint to dry, as is the case with oil painting.

ACRYLIC AS A PRIMER

Acrylic paint can serve as a basis for working in other types of equipment. You can combine acrylic and oil paints, doing the underpainting or texture preparation with quick-drying acrylic, and then paint with oil. This approach allows you to make a general solution to the composition with acrylic, and then work it out in detail with oil. (Remember that you can apply oil to acrylic, not the other way around). Combining acrylic and oil paints - good way work in the open air, allowing you to complete the sketch in oil in a workshop. This approach is close to the style of the old Flemish masters, who created the basis of their works with egg tempera, then painted on top of this layer with oil glazes. In addition to quick drying and water resistance, acrylic has good adhesion. This quality allows it to be successfully used in outdoor painting; the paints are not affected by weather conditions, and fit well on most surfaces. Acrylic paints are great for collage as they can be used as glue for paper or fabric. Textured acrylic pastes (gels) and modeling agents have strong adhesive properties and can be used to create relief surfaces.

VARIETY OF APPROACHES

Acrylic paints, heavily diluted with water, are very similar to watercolor or gouache. If you apply paint directly from the tube or dilute it slightly, you can work in an impasto technique - similar to oil painting. Acrylic is equally good for both small works on paper and larger ones on canvas. Acrylic paints differ from each other in consistency - from liquid, like ink, to thick, reminiscent of oil. Thick paints are used in the impasto technique, where texture is important; Liquid acrylic is perfect for filling large areas of a painting.

LIQUID ACRYLIC PAINTS

Produced wide range transparent and opaque liquid acrylic paints. Their consistency ranges from oily, paste-like to liquid. Because these paints are relatively new (40-odd years old compared to the 500-year history of oil paints), manufacturers have not standardized the range of these products, which has caused complete confusion among artists, both beginners and experienced. A typical example is fluid acrylic - these paints are so fluid that they resemble traditional colored inks and vibrant watercolors. Colored inks contain shellac as a binder. They are waterproof after drying and are made from dyes. Typically, the ink is not lightfast.

Watercolor has gum arabic as a binder. Like ink, it is generally not lightfast and washes out with water once it dries. Liquid acrylic contains a film of transparent liquid plastic as a binder. Once dry, acrylic becomes waterproof, more transparent and flexible than ink. Its advantage is that it is made from pigments, which are generally more lightfast than dyes. Liquid acrylic can be used in rapidographs for precise drawings, such as architectural studies. It is also suitable for calligraphy work, with the help of the pen you can create exquisite linear characters. Since liquid acrylic becomes water-resistant when dried, the pen should be rinsed with water when finished. Liquid acrylic can also be used with a soft brush using traditional watercolor techniques.

CRAFT APPLICATIONS

Liquid paints can be used in a range of craft projects. They are great for decorating wood and leather. On glass you will get a stained glass effect. In addition, you can very successfully combine acrylic and other materials, for example, watercolor, gouache, pastel and pencil. You can achieve stunning effects by running clear acrylic over a pearlescent layer. Acrylic paints are divided into three price and quality groups: highly artistic, studio and sketch. Highly artistic paints - for professional artists and responsible work. In their production, high-quality pigments are used, including natural pigments of the cadmium-cobalt group, with high light resistance. Paints in this group have the maximum concentration of pigments and have a thick paste. Studio paints - for performing less demanding work, for example, educational ones. In the production of this series, natural cadmium-cobalt pigments are not used. As a rule, they are replaced by imitation pigments that are of high quality, close to natural in color, light fastness and hiding power. Decorative paints - for performing design work. The series is made mainly from inexpensive but high-quality pigments. Since this series of materials is intended for decorators and designers, manufacturers have included quite a lot of bright, rich colors in the palette, including fluorescent and metallic shades.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT QUALITY PAINT

Many manufacturers name their products rather confusingly, so before you buy paint, carefully study the label and try, if necessary, to obtain maximum information from the seller. You can distinguish highly artistic acrylic paints from the studio series by the presence of the words “imitation” or “azo” on the label, indicating that the paint belongs to the studio group, made on the basis of imitation pigments of the cadmium-cobalt group. The lightfastness of acrylic paints is indicated by a *, just like in oil paints. *- low-light-fast paints; ** - medium lightfast paints; *** - lightfast paints. The symbol g means that the paint is opaque, the symbol c is a glaze, transparent paint. Many Western manufacturers write “series” on the tubes, which indicates which price group this or that paint belongs to.

HIGHLY ARTISTIC PAINTS

"Cryla" - produced by the English company Daler Rowney. Highly artistic acrylic paints with a maximum content of high-quality finely dispersed pigments, including the cadmium-cobalt group, which gives them exceptional coverage. After drying, the paints form a water-insoluble matte film that can withstand any aggressive environment. Due to their high impastoness, they can be used with both a brush and a palette knife. All paints mix well with each other and have high light fastness. The palette consists of 61 colors. The paints are packaged in 38 ml tubes, and whitewash is additionally packaged in 120 ml tubes. "Brera" - ultra-thin acrylic paints from the Italian company "Maimeri". Paints of the highest quality, prepared from a mixture of acrylic resins with the best pigments and other substances available on the market, highlighting the quality characteristics and protecting them from harmful atmospheric and mechanical influences. After drying, they form a very durable matte film and bright colors with great light fastness. Brera paints are extremely versatile. They can be used pure or diluted with water. All colors are freely mixed with each other. The range consists of 72 colors, 20 of which are specifically designed to produce shimmer, rainbow, and metallic shine. Available in 60 ml tubes (all colors), 150 ml (42 colors), 350 ml cans (12 colors) and in sets, including wooden boxes. "Extra Fine" - acrylic paints from the French company "PEBEO". All colors are intense and bright, with a high content of pigments. The palette consists of transparent and opaque paints; due to the high lightfastness of the pigments, they are well preserved over time. Suitable for any style and technique of writing. The pasty consistency allows you to work with various tools and obtain rich textures. You can use a brush and spatula and create collages using other materials. All colors mix with each other and give new clean and bright shades. Colors such as gold, silver, bronze, pearl, copper, cinnabar are used mainly in their pure form. After drying, they form a waterproof film. By adding 50% water, you can work with these paints with an airbrush and in watercolor technique. They are suitable for fresco painting, in which case the base must be clean and well dried. The palette consists of 79 colors. Available in tubes of 37, 60 ml (full palette), 200 ml (48 colors), in cans of 500 ml (full palette).

ACRYLIC PAINTS "LIKITEX"

"LIQUITEX" - paints from the French company "LEFRANK & BOURGEOLS". Professional art paints with a high pigment content. These materials are best used in a slightly liquefied form, like oil paints, as well as liquid for working in the style of watercolor or airbrush in monumental and decorative painting. The palette consists of 95 colors that are easily mixed with each other. The color range is complemented by 5 iridium paints, 6 pearlescent and 7 fluorescent paints. In accordance with the requests of artists, the series is produced in various packages, in tubes of 20, 60, 150 and 200 ml, in bottles and jars of 250, 400, 750 ml.

ACRYLIC PAINTS “LOUVRE”

"LOUVRE ACRYLIC COLORS" - paints produced by the French company "LEFRANK & BOURGEOLS". Art materials based on high-quality pigments. The composition of the paints allows you to work in a wide variety of painting techniques. A balanced range of colors - 26 colors in elastic transparent plastic tubes with a capacity of 40, 200 and 750 ml - allows you to mix paints, even if they are diluted with water or combined with mediums. "APA COLOR" - matte acrylic paints for painting, produced by the Italian company "FERRARIO". Given the wide range of applications of these paints, their excellent matte and coating properties, excellent quality-to-price ratio, they are very well suited for all amateur art and painting techniques. A wide range of 51 colors, including 9 metallic colors, can satisfy the most demanding artists. Paints are applied with a brush, palette knife, roller, or airbrush. They do not turn yellow over time and firmly adhere to different surfaces: wood, metal, fabric, wall coverings, paper, canvas and any other non-greasy surface. The best pigments used guarantee good lightfastness and purity of shades. The palette consists of 42 regular colors and 9 metallic shades, available in 20 and 150 ml bottles, as well as in sets.

STUDIO ACRYLIC PAINTS

"Studio Acrylic" - mid-level acrylic paints, produced by the French company "PEBEO". All colors are intense and bright, with a high content of pigments. Perfect for modern expressive painting techniques. Collages, inlays, and works in an impasto manner can be done with these paints without the risk of cracking. The paints apply to most surfaces (previously degreased) - canvas, cardboard, wood, metal, primed concrete. Preparation of the base has great importance for job safety. Use PEBEO primer - it will degrease the surface well, make it slightly rough, ensuring the necessary absorption. The palette consists of transparent and opaque paints that mix with each other to give new clean and bright shades that do not yellow over time. The paints are diluted with water and after drying form a waterproof film with a matte, silky surface. Drying time for outer layers is from 30 minutes to an hour, for inner layers - 1 - 8 days, depending on their thickness. Very economical to use. They have high covering power and a high concentration of pigments. The palette consists of 22 colors. Available in tubes of 250 and 100 ml.

"ACRILIC SCHOOL" is a new series of economical acrylic paints produced by the Italian company "FERRARIO". The paints are made from the highest quality pigments, both natural and synthetic. Excellent pigmentation and fine grinding provide good lightfastness, color rendition and saturation. The paints mix well with each other and overlap each other, especially suitable for those who use a large amount of them. The series consists of 24 colors and is available in tubes of 60 and 100 ml.

Brushes.
Buy special brushes for acrylic paints.
They come in different shapes, sizes and textures.
Most importantly, these brushes combine the benefits of watercolor and oil brushes, and are suitable for layering paint.
Typically, these are synthetic or nylon brushes.

Brushes with natural bristles are a double-edged sword. Definitely, you should avoid sable when working with acrylic paints - frequent immersion in water can damage the brush. You must be 100% confident in their quality so that bristles do not fall out of it at the most inopportune moment.
Palette.
You can take any old plate, glass, disposable plate, or anything - as long as the material is not absorbent - you will have to forget about oil palettes here.
And to prevent the paint from drying, it is convenient to cover it with cling film - regardless of the type of palette you use.

Working with acrylic paints is similar to tempera or gouache techniques.
It all depends on the choice of material and accompanying gels or bases.
Impasto acrylics are very effective (but they are quite expensive),
or you can use all kinds of additives and mediums.

The easiest to use are white “light” pastes. U good producers this additive has a pure white color, a pleasant uniform fullness, and a fairly light weight (for which the group received its name; this property is important when applying very voluminous strokes).
When mixed with acrylic (or any other water-based paint), this paste can be used as white,
At the same time, the pictorial qualities of acrylic are not reduced (the color does not fade or darken).

Painting done in this technique is neither oil nor gouache - impasto and at the same time velvety-matte. More decorative is a whole range of structural pastes containing all kinds of inclusions of different grain sizes and color shades. These are purely decorative pastes, which, however, if necessary, can be easily painted with any acrylic paint. Such painting dries from 2 hours to a day, depending on the thickness of the layer (the layer can be applied from 1 mm to 1 cm). High-quality pastes adhere well to both horizontal and vertical surfaces when dried.

If there is a need to make the painting glossy, you can coat the finished work (after two days) with glossy varnish. When storing pastes, it is very important to close the lid tightly, since once they dry, they are absolutely irreversible. More complex, but very effective additives for painting are structural gels. They come in glossy, matte or silky-glossy. In their “raw” form they white and also easily mixes with any water-based paints. When mixed, the paint becomes somewhat whitish, but after the smear dries, the gel becomes transparent, revealing the real color of the paint. The effect is amazing - when mixed with gel, acrylic looks like the richest oil, with deep shades and complex gradations of color. To work with this technique, of course, you need a little skill to calculate how the color will change after drying. But the result rewards the effort. Paints and additives that have such complex and differentiated qualities are usually imported, and, as a rule, not cheap.
Acrylic paints allow you to work in layers - unlike oil and watercolors, the top layer is usually not transparent, and the bottom layer is not visible - this can be convenient when you need to correct some minor imperfections. Or when you need to apply a bright design on some background.
Acrylic paints are unpretentious to neighbors. They can be combined with both oil and watercolor. And use on almost any surface.
Acrylic does not smell. And during operation it does not emit any fumes that interfere with breathing, as when working with oil. And this is also an important plus))
Acrylic can be applied either very thinly (like watercolor) or in a thick layer - like oil. Moreover, it will still adhere well to the surface and not spread - this is due to its high elasticity.
Acrylic does not crack or fade.
Acrylic paints have less shine than oil. And, as I already said, their shine can be reduced or increased using a lot of auxiliary products.
Due to the polymer binders in the composition, the color of liquid paint and dry paint may differ by approximately three shades. Of course, the names of pigments for acrylic and oil are the same, but the paint can look different. This is worth considering.

It is important to note that it is very difficult to predict exactly the behavior of paint on your material in a given situation, even with great technical knowledge. If you decide to work with acrylic paints, you need to be prepared for independent experiments and some failures. Any material requires that it be tamed)) And6 of course, it’s difficult to understand whether this is your method or not without trying it.

The greatest charm of this technique is that it is easy to learn. After a few minutes, you become completely immersed in the process, distracted only by cleaning the palette knife or washing the brush.

If you intend to create a composition with acrylic paints, think about the subject.
The choice of material, execution technique, and texture will depend on the idea of ​​the plot.
and the basis on which you will write.

VISUAL VIEW,
STORY OPTIONS:

Very often, when choosing paint for construction, buyers choose acrylic. And this is not without reason - it has a number of advantages that are valued by consumers, for example, durability and bright color. Painting with acrylic paint, which paint to choose and how to apply it correctly, you will learn from this article.

Acrylic dyes are common not only in construction, but also in painting. They are often chosen to create designs on cars and are used in nail salons to paint on nails.

Before applying such a dye, the surface must be prepared.

There are some steps you need to take, namely:

• clean the surface of all kinds of contaminants;
• treat with a primer if the surface absorbs moisture too much;
• bring the paint to the desired consistency;
• use a brush or roller to apply paint;
• provide the required temperature, not lower than +10°C;
• Prepare water for cleaning brushes.

If paint remains after work, it must be tightly closed with a lid. otherwise All beneficial features will be lost, and it will be impossible to use this dye in the future.

• Non-toxic and environmentally friendly

In the production of acrylic paints, not a single substance is used that can harm the human body.

• No smell

Acrylic paints have absolutely no odor, so working with them is convenient and pleasant.

• Does not burn

There are no flammable substances in this paint coating, so there is no fear of fire.

• Dries quickly

The thickness of the layer affects the drying speed, but, as a rule, this happens within a couple of hours.

• Huge selection of colors

The color range of acrylic paints is truly diverse. Probably for this reason it is chosen not only in construction, but also in painting.

• Not afraid of dirt and does not let in moisture, while allowing air to pass through

• Durable

• Elastic

• Increased durability

• It does not require special care

• Durable

Manufacturers often claim that acrylic paint may not lose its external properties for 10 years.

• Wide Application

Acrylic paints resist ultraviolet rays well, are not afraid of mechanical stress and tolerate moisture. They are suitable for both wet rooms and outdoor use.

• Universal

Acrylic-based paint is unpretentious and can be combined with all kinds of materials. It is compatible with most surfaces. This dye is not compatible only with plastic, or rather, with some of its varieties.

According to the area of ​​use, acrylic paints are divided into 4 types:

1. external;
2. internal;
3. paints for painting;
4. automobile.

Facade acrylic paint consists of a number of additives that protect it from direct sunlight, humidity and abrasion. This type of paint is suitable for any outdoor use. It can be used to cover a façade, a gate or a fence.

Acrylic paints for interiors are not so protected from external factors. But they also have a number of advantages, such as easy application to the surface and long service life. For painting ceilings and walls there is special kind paints. In addition, there are universal dyes that are equally suitable for exterior and interior use.

Acrylic dyes are also in demand for painting cars. They are applied to the body, which changes the appearance of the car beyond recognition. There are also compositions specially created for painting, used in painting. Even painting nails or painting on fabric can use acrylic dye.

Acrylic compositions are excellent for many surfaces, most notably metal and wood. With their help, you can paint walls and ceiling surfaces, and universal paints, true to their name, can be used in almost any conditions.

Most acrylic paints have special advantages that set them apart from others. These include:

• moisture-resistant paints;
• lightfast;
• washable;
• resistant to mechanical stress.

There is also a division according to the degree of gloss. In addition to matte and glossy acrylic paints, semi-gloss and silky matte are also available.

Table. Technical characteristics of facade paints.

Type	Characteristics	Peculiarities
Latex, acrylic	Easy to remove excess, durable, quick drying, can be applied even on damp surfaces, incompatible with previous oil based finishes, flexible. Almost no smell. Water-soluble, used for wood processing, brickwork, plaster and properly primed metal surfaces.	They are not diluted, and with careful work you can get a uniform thin layer. They do not crack over time. These are breathable paints that are resistant to fading in the sun.
Oil, alkyd	They dry very slowly (from 12 to 48 hours), have a strong smell, are difficult to clean, but are durable and have good adhesion, especially on whitewashed surfaces. Paint in one layer, clean with solvent. Created on the basis of synthetic resin, they adhere well to old multi-layer alkyd coatings and chalk, and have excellent hiding power. Galvanized iron and fresh masonry should not be painted.	The thick consistency makes it more difficult to apply, but this paint adheres better than latex paint. The coating must be protected from rain until completely dry. In direct sunlight, the paint will fade and may crack over time due to oxidation.

Acrylic-based paint is easiest to dilute with water. This is not only simple, but also effective, because water is part of acrylic paint. But it should be remembered that this type of dye dries quickly, and after that it creates a protective waterproof film, so after work the tool must be cleaned as soon as possible before the paint dries.

Also suitable for dissolution is a thinner, which paint manufacturers themselves readily recommend. It significantly affects the characteristics of the paint, thereby adding shine and richness to the surface to be coated.

• mix water and paint in equal proportions. Thanks to this, it will be possible to achieve ideal mass and convenient application;
• by diluting paint with water in a ratio of 1:2, you can create a thin layer that will evenly cover the surface;
• When diluting, it is important to take into account the proportions that are dictated by the type and thickness of the required layer. The thinner the layer you want to achieve, the more water you need to add.

It is more difficult to dilute dried paint. To do this, you need to grind it to a powder, pour boiling water over it. When the water has cooled, you need to drain it and repeat the procedure again. After this, you will need to get rid of excess water and mix the paint. Although the dye can be made suitable for use, it should not be applied to critical areas. Once the paint dries, it partially loses its properties, so it will not look the same. It is no longer very suitable for exterior work, except when painting an outbuilding.

Using acrylic paint is quite easy, especially if you know its features and the subtleties of working with it.

Instructions for properly painting the ceiling can help you with this:

1. First of all, you need to prepare the surface for painting. Ceiling surface cleaned of existing contaminants. In addition, it should be as even as possible. If the ceiling has not been painted before, it is first primed before applying the composition. The primer will save paint and protect the coating from fungus or mold.
2. Any paint remaining on the ceiling must be removed using a spatula. This is important, since the presence of even small particles of paint on the surface makes painting impossible.
3. Existing chips or cracks are repaired using putty. When it dries, you need to rub it, then apply a primer and only then start applying paint.
4. Prepare everything in advance necessary tool: brush, roller, separate container for dye, stepladder or ladder, paint itself.
5. Start painting from the corners using a brush, since a roller is not suitable for this purpose. Once you've finished painting the corners, brush around the perimeter of the ceiling. And only after this you can continue painting with a roller.
6. The first coat of paint can be applied in any direction. But the last painting should be carried out strictly towards the window. With this simple technique you can achieve a smooth effect.

Acrylic-based paint dries quickly enough, so painting the ceiling can be completed in one day. In addition, acrylic paints do not smell at all, which is why they are often chosen for finishing work.

You can apply them in two ways:

• after diluting with water or special mixtures;
• in the form of a paste, if you choose this method you will need a thickener.

To dilute the composition, you will need a separate container; if you do this in a jar with dye, then when the moisture evaporates, it cannot be used.

To paint a facade with this composition you need to perform a number of simple steps:

• Pre-prepare the surface

The facade of the building must be absolutely clean. Any dirt is unacceptable. Also make sure there is no fungus on the walls. Seal cracks if you find them.

• Apply primer

When the surface is completely ready, a primer needs to be applied to it. This improves the adhesion of the composition to the surface; in addition, paint can be saved.

• Paint the facade

Painting is done manually using a brush and roller. If you have a spray gun, you can use it. You need to apply at least two layers of acrylic paint. The second one can be applied only when the first one is completely dry.

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