Advantages and disadvantages of thermal insulation paint

Insulation paint for walls is actively used if the use of paints is envisaged at the stage of facing or finishing. Thermal insulating paint has low thermal conductivity, so in the future it will be possible to save on heating the room with the arrival of cold weather. Thanks to the innovative composition, a reliable protective coating is formed on the wall, which prolongs the life of the surface.

Scope of application of heat-protective paint

Thermal insulating paint is used mainly for decorating basements, roofs and facades of a house. It is often used by garage owners. For additional thermal protection, the composition is also applied to the ceilings.

In construction, warm paint is used to treat the following surfaces:

• roof structures;
• frames of prefabricated structures;
• loggias / balconies;
• interfloor floors;
• walls that are located close to stairways;
• insulated facades.

The construction product has found wide application in the field of agriculture and utilities, in industry.

Benefits of using

Thermal insulating paint for walls and pipes has a fairly extensive list of advantages, which is due to the popularity of the product in the construction market.

Main advantages:

• the composition does not make the treated surfaces heavier;
• the ability to use a liquid composition even in the most inaccessible places;
• the treated surface can be painted in any color;
• simplicity, convenience and high speed of applying the composition - for painting work, a spray gun, a brush and a roller are used;
• has high tenacity with other materials, including metal, plastic and concrete;
• condensation does not collect on the treated surface;
• high resistance to saline solutions, alkali, chemicals, ultraviolet radiation;
• the composition of the paint does not burn and does not decompose into components;
• with strict adherence to the attached instructions for use, you can do all the work yourself, without hiring specialists.

One of the most important advantages is that the composition of the paint is evenly distributed over the surface, which makes it possible to insulate embossed surfaces.

Functional features of thermal insulation coating

The composition of the thermal insulating paint and varnish material includes the following ingredients:

• water;
• fillers;
• acrylates;
• additives.

Perlite, fiberglass, foam glass and ceramic granules act as additives. The consistency of protective paints resembles a thick paste of white or gray color. They must be applied to the surface of structures in a thin layer, approximately 2-4 mm. The thermal insulation properties of the coloring composition are determined by its thickness. The more layers are applied, the higher the protective properties. The service life is approximately 10-50 years.

Varieties of insulating paints

Heat-insulating coloring compositions are divided into several varieties according to their composition and objects of use.

By composition:

• acrylic-based;
• water based.

By object of use:

• facade thermal insulation composition - used for external work only, it is characterized by moisture and heat resistance;
• heat-insulating paint for pipes - used for painting air conditioning and ventilation systems, water supply and gas pipelines;
• thermal insulation compounds for walls - suitable for processing ceilings and floors, internal and external walls.

Choosing the best option is usually not difficult.

Tips for choosing paint-thermal insulation

Before purchasing a composition that costs a lot of money, you need to familiarize yourself with the basic rules and recommendations for buying:

• determine the functional load;
• if the composition is necessary for the treatment of walls, ceilings and pipes inside the premises, the composition should not contain substances that are toxic and harmful to the human body and animals;
• calculate the required amount of product;
• for the facade, it is better to give preference to a composition with maximum vapor permeability and minimum water resistance;
• it is better to choose from trusted manufacturers, having familiarized yourself with the features, advantages and disadvantages;
• compositions intended for painting pipes must have maximum heat resistance indicators.

To ensure stable and reliable thermal insulation, the substance should be applied to the painted surface in several layers.

Quantity calculation

Before purchasing a thermal insulation compound, you need to calculate the approximate amount of paint consumed. When calculating, it is important to consider the following factors:

• method of applying paint: with a spray gun, roller or brush;
• type of base coat: brick, metal, wood, foam concrete, expanded clay concrete, concrete;
• the painted surface is smooth or embossed;
• weather;
• the presence or absence of pores;
• if the pipeline is painted, its diameter is taken into account;
• surface area;
• thickness of the paint layer.

Consumption may be exceeded if working with uneven and / or porous surfaces. For wood and concrete, the increase in consumption is about 10%, for metal not more than 6%.

If during the work the weather is sunny and calm, the consumption of paints and varnishes is reduced by 2-3%. Consumption of the composition is on average 1 liter for each 1 sq. M. subject to the application of a millimeter layer. For some surfaces it is recommended to apply a thicker paint coat. For example, for wood - 2 mm, foam concrete - 2.5 mm, and for concrete - 1.5 mm.

Domestic manufacturers

If you have not had to deal with the choice of heat-insulating paint before, it is better to give preference to proven and well-known manufacturers.

Corundum

Liquid heat insulators produced by the company are used for the treatment of the following types of surfaces:

• pipelines;
• metal tanks;
• railway carriages, passenger airplanes and vehicles;
• rooms with high levels of humidity;
• chimneys;
• boiler rooms;
• surfaces inside residential and office buildings;
• boiler rooms;
• facade of buildings.

The company produces several types of paint and varnish coatings, depending on the scope of use.

Thermalkom

The manufacturer Thermalkom produces paint and varnish coatings under the name Astratek. Compositions are made based on polymers. The product is in high demand because it combines affordable cost with high performance.

Liquid thermal insulation is widely used in the field of housing and communal services, various industries and construction. There are six types of thermal paints on the market from this manufacturer.

GC VIRTS Bronya

Construction products manufactured by Bronya are widely used in industry and construction. The company offers each potential buyer the best conditions in terms of cost / quality ratio.

Previously, the products were used mainly for surface treatment of water supply systems and gas networks. Today, the line of heat insulators is actively replenished and is divided into 3 large groups:

• special;
• basic;
• budgetary.

It is recommended to purchase materials from official representatives or in large hardware stores, where they can provide all quality certificates and a guarantee.