Types Of Paints: Uses & Application

BY - Nikita Balpande
Operation Consultant (Nagpur) _ Livspace
Oil Paint
Oil paint colours for homes are among the popular types of painting
colours due to their ability to be durable and versatile. Oil paint colours
for homes come under versatile wall paint names as they can be applied as
a primer, undercoat, and even a finish coat of paint. Oil paint is a suitable
type of paint for interior walls since it gives a rich, smooth, and glossy
finish. Due to its versatility, the uses of paint include application on
various surfaces such as walls, doors, metals, windows, and wood.
Enamel Paint

Enamel Paint is among the types of paint for homes that are water-
resistant, stain-resistant, and durable. Although these type of house paint
stand on the expensive side of the budget, they provide a glossy finish
with high durability, good colour retention, and a long-lasting effect with
wall colour types. Enamel paint is among the types of house paint that is
best suited for bathroom space and surfaces such as wood and metal.
Emulsion Paint

Emulsion paint is a popular type of paint for interior walls as well as

exterior walls due to its eco-friendly properties as compared to oil paint.
Emulsion paint stands among water-based types of painting colours with
less amount of drying time that provides a wide variety of wall finishes,
rich texture, strong colour retention ability, and long-lasting finish on the
walls. Emulsion paint is among the types of wall paint in India that do not
emit fumes and are low on VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds).
Bituminous Paint
Bituminous paint is among the types of painting colours that play a
functional role since these types of painting colours are used to provide a
protective layer to underwater surfaces. These types of painting colours
have a distinctive black colour and are applied to surfaces to make them
alkali-resistant, rust-resistant, weather-proof, and water-proof. The uses of
paint stand for application to structures such as pipes, grills, ladders,
wood, metal, and surfaces that need to be underwater.
Cement Paint

Cement paint, also known as distemper paint, is among the types of wall
paints in India that are used for interior and exterior surfaces that need
protection from severe environmental conditions. These types of painting
colours are the oldest wall colour types that are available either in paint
form or powder form. Cement paint is among the oldest types of paint
names that provide excellent durability with a unique wall finish and
texture.
Anti-Corrosive Paint
Apart from different types of painting colours, different types of house
paint are needed for safeguarding metallic surfaces. Anti-corrosive paint is
among the types of paint names that are used to safeguard different
surfaces from corrosion. Anti-corrosive paint is among the types of paint
for a home that is used to cover iron and steel surfaces such as window
grills, pipes, etc. Anti-corrosive paint falls among the category of cost-
effective types of paints for a home to safeguard metallic surfaces in the
long run.
Types of Paint Finishes
High gloss
High gloss is easy to clean, and it is the most durable. High gloss
paint is light-reflecting, ultra-shiny, and hard. This paint finish is
best suitable for areas that sticky fingers touch, such as doors,
trim, and cabinets. However, for the interior walls, high-gloss will
be too much shine.
Practical application: Window trim, door, and kitchen.
Durability: Extremely high.
 Semi-gloss
The semi-gloss paint finish is best for those rooms where grease stains,
drips, and moisture challenges walls. These will have a bit more gloss in
comparison to satin. However, satin-gloss is not that reflective. The
biggest advantage of these paint finishes is that they are resistant to
moisture, which is why they become the perfect options for kitchen and
bathroom walls.
Practical Application: Chari rails, bathrooms, and kitchens.
Durability: High.
Price: Starts from Rs. 175 per litre
Eggshell
One can’t go wrong with eggshell paint finish. It’s between a flat on the
sheen and satin. The name is eggless because it is a flat (no shine) finish;
however, it will have a little lustre, just like a chicken’s egg. To cover a
wall’s imperfection, eggshell paint is the perfect option.
Practical Application: Living rooms and dining rooms.
Durability: Medium
Price: Rs. 2899 per price (approx)
Matte Finish

Among different types of wall paint finishes, matte paint offers the
lowest level of gloss which gives it a non-reflective finish. Within the
different classification of paints, a matte finish is the best to hide
imperfections in the wall. However, matte finish paint cannot be
easily cleaned as compared to other paint finishes.
Practical Application: Adults’ bedrooms
Durability: Medium to low
Price: Rs. 400 per litre (approx)
Textured Finish
Among different classifications of paints, the textured finish offers the
most realistic-looking 3D design patterns to the walls of your house. A
textured finish offers depth to the walls while lifting the monotonous look
of plain colours.
Satin Finish

A satin finish mimics the texture of satin on the walls by providing a

certain amount of gloss and lustre. The satin finish offers a smooth and
silky sheen that stands somewhere between gloss and matte finish.
Practical Application: Kid’s bedroom, hallways, foyers, and family room.
Durability: Very high
Price: Rs. 250 per litre (approx)
 General Painting Process
1. cleaning and sanding of walls.
2. one coat of primer along with 1-2 coats of putty work.
3. then comes another coat of primer.
4. finally two to three coats of paints
Room Type & Best paint for the home
Kitchen
Requirement: Easy to clean and paint that is durable
Recommendation: Semi-gloss or high-gloss finish

Family room, or living room

Requirement: Easy to clean, can stand up high traffic
Recommendations: Satin finish
 Dining room
Requirements: Clean and smooth looking walls
Recommendations: Eggshell finish

Bedroom
Requirements: High pigment wall coverage, which will be cost-effective,
and for a low traffic area
Recommendations: Matte or flat finish
 Approximate Rates In Market
1. Painting Interior Finish Lustre Asian paints Painting
with interior finish Luster on walls , 30-36rs per sqft
2. Painting Royale Aspira Asian paints Painting with royal
Aspira on walls, to give an even shade – 30-36rs per sqft
3. Painting Royal Luxury Emulsion Asian paints Painting
with royal luxury emulsion on walls, 28-34rs per sqft
4. . Painting Royal Shyne Asian paints Painting with Royal
Shyne on walls, Sq. Ft 28-34rs per sqft
5. Painting Premium Emulsion (Plastic Paint) Asian paints
Painting with premium emulsion on ceiling, 26-30rs per
sqft

6. Painting Tractor Emulsion Asian paints or equivalent

Painting with Tractor emulsion on walls and ceiling,
26-30rs per sqft
 Wall Preparation Process

To give an even shade – Two or more coats on new work including

preparation of surface. (2putty+1primer+2paint) as per requirement.
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