What are the Benefits & Uses of Distemper Paint
What are the Benefits & Uses of Distemper Paint
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For a quick, pocket-friendly paint job, you should definitely consider distemper paint. 

Ever felt the need for a quick repainting of interior walls? Maybe your home office in the basement needs to look more vibrant for video calls or you’re about to have houseguests and want them to have a luxurious experience. Maybe you’ve invited your friends for a night of backyard stargazing and you want the patio space to look fresh and new.

Distemper paint is well-suited for such circumstances. Let’s have a look at what wall distemper paint is and get to know its types, application, and colours.

What is Distemper Paint? 

One of the earliest forms of whitewash, distemper paint is made of chalk, lime, water, and pigment. Animal glue and resins serve as binding materials. It is best suited for temporary and quick interior wall painting because of its unique qualities. The paint can be directly applied on cement walls without the need for a base coat or primer. Only 2 coats of paint are enough in case you have only a day or two to liven up your space. Distemper paint has quick-drying properties. It is long-lasting as well.

However, that doesn’t mean that it won’t impart an aesthetic appeal to your interiors. You can have a huge range of distemper paint colours to choose from, and give your walls an elegant and durable matt finish.

Types of Distemper Paint 

There are 2 types of distemper paints to choose from in the market.

  • Acrylic Distemper: Acrylic distempers are known for their beautiful smooth matte finish. It is available in various attractive shades and has high durability compared to other forms of distempers. For instance, Berger Bison Distemper is a 100% water-based acrylic emulsion that is available in a tintable format and offers a superior and long-lasting finish. It is a highly eco-friendly product with low VOC content, and devoid of lead, arsenic, and other harmful constituents.
  • Synthetic Distemper: It is popular as a washable distemper. Synthetic distemper offers a uniform matte look available in attractive shades. 

Before you find out more about distemper paint prices, you need to understand its specific benefits to make an informed decision.

What are the Advantages of Distemper Paint

Here are some distinct advantages of distemper paint.

  • Durability: They can stay intact for up to 3-4 years. When applied professionally, they don’t crack under sunlight. You can easily clean these walls of dust.
  • Less Complicated: Distemper paint is easily applied to surfaces without a primer coating.
  • Visually Appealing: You can get a smooth matte finish that adds beauty to your interiors. Distemper paint is available in a lot of colours.

However, know that distemper paint is less durable than oil-based emulsions. If you want durability, along with a rich and luxurious finish you could choose something like Berger Silk Luxury Emulsion instead, which is scratch-resistant, has anti-fading pigments, and bio-resistant additives to increase durability. Also, note that you might consider waterproofing your structures when you use distemper paint, as they are not resistant to water. So, consider Berger Distemper in an area with less moisture content or rainfall.

Difference between Distemper and Paint

If you are still unsure about choosing distemper paint over emulsion paint, let us take a look at the differences between them. 

 

Distemper Paint

 

Emulsion Paint

Distemper paint is made of chalk, lime, water, and pigment, with animal glue and resins as binding materials.

Emulsion paint is made of pigment, resin, solvent, and additives.

The 2 types of distemper paint are acrylic and synthetic.

The 3 types of emulsion paints are matte, silk, and satin.

Distemper paint is not resistant to water. It will peel off when it is wet.

Emulsion paints have water resisting properties. Expert waterproofing is necessary to increase the lifespan of your structure.

They are highly durable, but colours fade faster than emulsion paints.

They don’t fade as fast as distemper paint.

 

If you are thinking of renovating a space that is exposed to high moisture content, consult Berger Waterproofing experts to get scientific solutions for your structural issues. They will use tools like Berger’s Moisture Meter  to measure the moisture content in your walls in different sections of your home. This will help you determine whether distemper paint is ideal for your walls.

Professional Application of Distemper Paint

Distemper paint jobs get completed faster. However, this doesn’t mean that your surface doesn’t need adequate preparation. Here are the steps for applying for Berger Acrylic Distemper. Always use professional painting services for the best results. 

Surface Preparation

For fresh surfaces, use emery paper no. 80 to clean the surface. Use Berger Paints Cement Primer for walls and plastered surfaces as an undercoat, and allow it to dry for 6 to 8 hours. The use of primer makes sure that the distemper paint doesn’t soak into the wall surfaces, and doesn’t require extra coats. Fill in wall cracks with Bison Wall Putty. Let the putty dry overnight, and then clean it with Emery paper no. 100. Apply the second coat of primer and repeat. For previously painted walls, it is essential to first remove all loose particles before painting.

Apply the Distemper Paint

This needs the paint to be diluted according to the prescribed dilution ratio. It’s best if two coats are applied, with a gap of 6 to 8 hours and allowed to dry overnight.

When you choose Berger Express Painting Services, you get expert painters who are well-trained to follow Covid-19 safety protocols. With an intuitive app, you can monitor the health of the painters coming to your home. You also have complete visibility into the progress of the project. 

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