Slate paint: types and characteristics

You can imitate the surface of the school board in any room with slate paint. Paintwork material is applied to the entire wall or to individual areas. On such a coating with the help of colored crayons, it is possible to regularly change the pattern, which will allow renovating the interior of the room without special expenses. Slate paint: the types and characteristics of the material will be considered in more detail in this article.

Slate paint is made on the basis of latex. The material belongs to the category of water-soluble, so before applying the mixture on the wall it can be diluted with water. Ready frozen coating has a high level of wear resistance. On the surface, you can apply drawings and inscriptions with chalk, as well as wash them unlimited number of times.

Slate paint is odorless and fits perfectly on almost any material: wood, plastic, plaster, metal, glass, and so on.The floor under the school board can be both a separate element of the decor, and a functional surface for writing and drawing. Paint product after drying creates a smooth and matte finish.

As any kind of paintwork material, slate paint has its pros and cons. The advantages of this coating include the following:

• excellent indicator of water resistance;
• fire resistance;
• environmental friendliness;
• no unpleasant smell;
• creates a matte, functional and durable coating;
• high adhesion level;
• With this paint you can mask small defects on the surface.

The disadvantage of this material is the high cost and some limitations in the application.

Slate paint is different in form of release, as well as shades. The paint and varnish covering is issued in two main types:

• spray cans;
• liquid mixture in cans, which can be applied to the surface with a paint brush or roller.

Modern manufacturers produce special magnetic slate sets to create the effect of a magnetic board. The composition of such a set includes magnetic and slate paints. By successively applying the mixture onto the base, it is possible to create a magnetic surface on which you can not only draw, but also fasten various objects with the help of magnets.

Modern manufacturers produce both colored slate paints and mixtures for tinting. Using slate coating, it is not necessary to completely imitate a black school board., you can choose any color that is most suitable for the interior of the room.

The main range in which this paint and varnish covering is made is black, dark green and dark gray shades. There are also white and blue paint.

Slate paint is not used in strict classical interiors. Such a surface looks great in modern interior styles, and it will be most welcome in children's rooms.Thanks to such coverage in the nursery you will not have to put a massive drawing board that clutters up the free space.

Most often this paintwork material is used for wall decoration. Wherein it is not necessary to paint the whole room - one wall or a small section of it will be enough. Such coverage can be useful not only for children, but also for adults. On the slate surface in the kitchen, you can record useful and necessary information: menus, cooking recipes, a table of measures and weights of products.

In the living room or bedroom on the slate can be applied a variety of drawings. This makes it possible to complement the room with different graphic decorative elements. In the room of a student or a schoolboy, a similar surface can facilitate the study of a particular subject. It is convenient to leave useful notes on the slate coating, solve examples and draw diagrams.

Slate paint is actively used in catering establishments and shops.On such a surface it is convenient to leave information for visitors about promotions and discounts, write a menu or just a greeting.

Paintwork material can be applied not only on the walls, but also on the furniture, as well as on small objects. With this ink mixture, you can refresh the surface of a refrigerator, cabinets or table. A small layer of a helmet can be applied to food cans, boxes, and mugs. On such surfaces, as on the slate wall, you can make useful notes or beautiful patterns.

Before purchasing paint with the effect of slate, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with popular manufacturers, as well as to study the reviews on their products. The quality of the paint-and-lacquer coating directly depends on the method of production and the composition of the mixture; therefore, it is best to give preference to proven and popular brands.

Siberia is a large Russian brand in the field of decorative paintwork with various effects. Siberia products are developed by Russian technologists and are not inferior in quality to their foreign counterparts. Due to the use of Russian raw materials, the price of paints is not so high compared with European and American products.

Slate paint Siberia has high technical characteristics.You can use this material both inside and outside the room. The coating has a high level of wear resistance and can withstand over ten thousand erasures of chalk with a sponge. The composition of the paintwork material includes antiseptic, which allows the use of slate paint in rooms with high humidity. The mixture is available as a base for tinting.

Many buyers appreciated the high quality of the Siberia slate mixture. Among the advantages of the composition are the following:

• economical consumption;
• acceptable price;
• saturated color;
• durable coating.

Consumers did not reveal obvious shortcomings of this material. Some buyers advise to pay special attention to the preparation of the surface for painting.

Tikkurila is one of the most well-known paint and varnish companies in the world. The company's products are of high quality and environmental friendliness. This company produces slate paint under the brand name Tikkurila Liitu.

Tikkurila Liitu is used for the restoration of old blackboards, as well as to imitate such a surface.The material is produced as a base for tinting in two versions: transparent and white. Buyers have the following advantages of paint Tikkurila Liitu:

• high quality;
• lack of smell;
• good saturated color.

The Russian company Craft Premier specializes in the production of goods for creativity and hobbies. All products of the company are made only from natural ingredients and are of high quality.

Craft Premier slate ink mix is ​​available in small-volume jars in black and brown. The coating withstands a cycle of more than ten thousand erasures of chalk with a sponge. Buyers highlight the following benefits mix:

• good adhesion;
• ease of application;
• high drying speed.

Some consumers note that the quality of this material is inferior to the standard blackboard.

Choosing a suitable slate paint, it is important to pay attention to some details: the manufacturer, the characteristics of the mixture, as well as the scope of the material.The shade should be selected in accordance with the general interior of the room where this coating will be used. Pay attention to the color of wallpaper, furniture and decor elements - paint should be in harmony with the main color scheme.

The slate surface is characterized by good resistance to abrasion and can withstand up to five thousand erasures of chalk drawings and inscriptions. However, there are compounds that can withstand a greater number of drawings and their erasure. When buying, read the detailed characteristics of the mixture, which are indicated on the packaging.

Before applying the slate coating, as well as before carrying out any finishing work, it is necessary to thoroughly clean the base for painting from contamination. Iron surfaces must be cleaned of rust. Before you begin to paint, the surface must be treated with a special primer composition under the slate paint. All manufacturers print instructions for the ink mixture container: Before finishing, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

If you use paint in the form of a spray, all surfaces that are adjacent to the working area must be protected from splashing. Therefore, they must be closed with plastic film and tape. The mixture of spray can be applied at a distance of at least twenty centimeters from the wall. It will be enough to cover the surface with three layers of paint. Each layer is applied at intervals of two minutes.

If paint is used as a mixture in a can, it will suffice to apply two layers to the surface. The second layer of the surface is covered two hours after applying the first. To create a smooth beautiful coating, on the surface, you must first form a contour with a masking tape. It will be possible to draw on the slate surface seventy-two hours after dyeing.

Imitation slate will become an indispensable tool for the student in school.

So that small children do not spoil the wallpaper, leaving pictures on them, you can make an imitation of a school blackboard on one of the walls in the children's room.

Slate surfaces are often used in catering places.

Slate wall surface gives complete creative freedom. Even a child can implement his artistic ideas and decorate the walls of the room at his discretion.

Slate paint can cover the kitchen apron. On this surface, it is convenient to record recipes or some of the subtleties of cooking.

How to apply slate paint, see the next video.