Paint for wallpaper - practical ways to decorate your interior in an original way and choose paint for non-woven or paper wallpaper

Tips for choosing paint

The most optimal paints for wallpaper are acrylic, water-dispersion, latex and acrylic-latex paints. They are easy to apply and dry quickly. But most often the materials combine several components: water and a latex or acrylic base. Such paints form a reliable coating and are suitable for all types of wallpaper for painting. When choosing paint materials, you need to focus on:

• Type of base.
  Today, wallpaper paints in most cases turn out to be universal, so the type of base does not play a special role. But color and texture are very important here. For dark walls and bases that have been heavily damaged by children's art, the best option would be paints with a high level of hiding power. And for embossed wallpaper you need to select paintwork that is half a tone lighter than you want. The relief gives small shadows that make the final shade darker.
• The purpose of the room/premises in which the renovation is being carried out.
  Matte and semi-matte coatings with a gloss level of 7 or higher are more suitable for corridors, kitchens and children's rooms. Such paints will get dirty less and the surface will be easier to clean from dirt.
• Humidity level.
  Paintable wallpaper treated with moisture-resistant paint is no worse than protective panels and aprons made from other materials. Are you planning to update the interior of your bathroom or kitchen? Use paint that is as resistant to moisture as possible. It’s even better that it contains antifungal components.

The main thing when choosing paint is the correct tinting. Unless, of course, you want a pure white finish. For tinting a specific color, a colorless base with a minimal amount of white pigment is used. It cannot be used as an independent coating without color. But pure white paint can.

It is better to entrust tinting to specialists. This way you won’t go wrong with the final shade.

How to choose paint?

Taking into account lighting, design direction, type of wallpaper and room, you need to select high-quality products. The main thing you should pay attention to is the composition. Only safe and environmentally friendly substances are suitable for interior work. The following will present the main types of compositions and their descriptions:

Alkyd

They are very resistant to moisture and detergents. After some time, a strong film is formed, so they are usually used for painting glass wallpaper. It is airtight, so it is not recommended for use in bedrooms and kitchens. Drying from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Effortless operation. The color is bright and expressive. However, the coating is short-lived, this is especially noticeable in the white shade. When exposed to sunlight, it turns yellow after one and a half to two years. There is one more disadvantage: the solution has a pungent odor. When using this material, the room must be well ventilated.

Water-dispersed

In accordance with the parameters of the composition, the scope of application is established:

• latex have good durability and are not afraid of dirt or humidity;
• acrylics easily tolerate moisture;
• PVA-based are cheap, but they have low moisture resistance, so they cannot be used for finishing baths and kitchens.

This type is quick-drying. During application, they tightly fill small cracks and crevices, so they do not require preliminary detailed leveling of the wall. Has no strong aromas. Great for vinyl sheets.

Acrylic

This type is usually used in damp rooms. They are suitable for almost any surface, but they are best applied to non-woven fabrics. They dry quickly and do not smell. The solution is easy to apply with brushes, rollers or sprayers. Among the disadvantages, it can be noted that before application it is necessary to thoroughly clean the surface of grease stains and dust.

Latex

An expensive product, but it looks expensive and luxurious. In addition, the paint is not afraid of mechanical stress or moisture, so it is used for different types of premises. It can be applied to different types of canvases. Dries in literally 20-30 minutes. Another pleasant plus is economical consumption. However, latex must be applied on a flat surface, otherwise it will highlight all the unevenness and roughness.

Silicone

This type is resistant to fading, wear and mold. The original appearance lasts for a long time. Without smell. The disadvantages include the high cost, as well as the need to carefully level the wall before application.

Oily

This material has gained its popularity due to its cheap price. However, it has a number of disadvantages. The solution takes a long time to dry, sometimes the wait takes several days. After some time, you may notice that the surface peels, cracks and bubbles. And white shades begin to turn yellow and lose their presentable appearance.

Enamel

They dry in 5-10 minutes, so it's best to use a spray bottle. There are three categories in total:

• alkyd is distinguished by its durability, ease of use and quick drying, and also perfectly withstands temperature changes and dampness;
• nitro enamel dries almost instantly, but is harmful to the environment;
• polyurethane is known for its wear resistance.

The main disadvantage of enamel paint is its toxicity. When working with it, be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves, and also ventilate the apartment well.

Recommendations for preparing for application of paints and varnishes

If you plan to recoat the old paint, then there is no need to prime or otherwise prepare the base. The material will be easy to apply and less consumed. But new clean wallpaper will still have to be prepared:

• It is better to pre-prime non-woven and glass wallpaper. This way the paint will adhere better.
• Paper and vinyl wallpapers need to be treated with a thin layer of paint. We recommend pouring a little paintwork and diluting it with water.
• Liquid wallpaper does not need to be primed. The paint can be applied immediately without prior dilution.

We recommend using a velor or fur roller for painting. The pile of the instrument must correspond to the topography of the base: the deeper it is, the longer the piles.

Is there any paint left after painting the walls? Don't rush to throw it away. Close the lid tightly and store in a dry, warm room. It will be useful for painting over indelible stains that appear during the use of the coating.

Necessary preparation

So, preliminary work represents the first step, the high-quality execution of which determines whether your repair will be successful. The first step is to dust the room using a vacuum cleaner. Next, cover the baseboards or other elements with masking tape so as not to spoil them with paint.

Attention! In order to avoid long-term cleaning later, it is better to cover the entire surface of the floor with film, newspapers or any other material.

Top 10. Dufa

Rating (2021): 4.20

169 reviews from resources taken into account: Yandex.Market, Leroymerlin.ru

The colors always match those stated. All types of materials from Dufa, according to reviews, do not change shade after drying. The colors retain their brightness throughout the entire service life.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: dufa.ru
• Price range: from 171 to 5000 rubles.

A domestic brand with European roots. It produces wallpaper paints with bright and saturated shades, and the final colors completely coincide with the declared ones. The manufacturer's product range includes the Europlast 3/7 Interior and Velvet lines. The paints have excellent hiding power: they completely replace the color of the base. The layers dry in 2 hours and are completely dry in 24 hours. If it weren’t for the unpleasant odor that appears over time after applying paintwork, Dufa would have taken 1st place in the ranking. And the reason for the specific “aroma” of a cat’s surprise lies in the incompatibility of the composition with wallpaper glue. But with which one, the manufacturer does not yet know. Therefore, the problem does not occur for all users, and it occurs only when using material from the Velvet line.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Bright colors
• Good hiding power
• Materials are applied without smudges, stains or splashes

• Inflated prices for some paints and varnishes
• Unpleasant odor upon contact with wallpaper glue

Silicone

These paints are a relatively new material on the construction market. The binding element is silicone resins. The peculiarity of the material is manifested in the combination of vapor permeability and hydrophobicity. The composition produces virtually no odor, so it is suitable for interior work. Other benefits of paint:

• suitable for painting plastered surfaces;
• resistant to fading, abrasion, mold;
• painted surfaces retain a well-groomed appearance for a long period;
• rich palette of shades.

Before painting the bases, it is recommended to carry out preparatory work: old decor and peeling plaster are removed. Wall defects (cracks, crevices or recesses) are eliminated. It is advisable to then wash the base and dry it well. The cost of materials is high, but the result is worth the cost.

Top 9. TEX

Rating (2021): 4.30

222 reviews taken into account from resources: Yandex.Market, Otzovik, Petrovich.ru, Leroymerlin.ru

Inexpensive paints for wallpaper of all types. The Tikkurila sub-brand produces affordable and good quality paints and varnishes. They are compatible with glass wallpaper, as well as non-woven and vinyl-based wallpaper.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: teks.ru
• Price range: from 194 to 6500 rubles.

Russian-Finnish manufacturer of finishing materials. A subsidiary of the Tikkurila brand. The range includes paints for non-woven, vinyl, paper wallpaper and glass wallpaper. The most popular lines among users are Pro and Universal. Both series have washable paintwork materials. Although budget products from TEX are cheaper, their consumption is quite high. And this is due to low coverage: to get a normal color you will have to coat the surface at least 3 times. True, if you apply paint to a flat, light surface, then the consumption will be more economical. But you will have to put up with the spraying of paintwork materials during the work process and carefully cover the furniture and floor, since the material is quite difficult to wash off after complete drying (4 weeks).

Advantages and disadvantages

• Many shades for tinting
• Universal paints and varnishes
• Budget cost

• The actual consumption of all coatings is higher than stated
• Materials splash during painting

Chemical cleaning methods

Chemicals should only be used on paper wallpaper as a last resort. This is acceptable if no other restoration method works. Aggressive stain removers damage the wallpaper coating and dissolve the paint on it. Such products should not be used in a children's room.

To clean the walls in the kitchen, you need to mix isopropyl alcohol, distilled water and window cleaner in a ratio (1:1:1), spray the drug onto the contaminated areas using a spray bottle and treat with a dry cloth.

If you need to remove ingrained odor, you need to prepare a similar mixture, but reduce the alcohol content by three times. It can be replaced with vinegar. The moistened napkin should be applied to the surface without force and ironed with a warm iron. These steps must be repeated several times. They do not steam it with an iron, but only heat the mixture, then quickly remove the napkin from the wall. The room must be well ventilated during work.

You can experiment with the composition of the cleaner, since the nature of the contaminants varies and it is not always possible to immediately remove old stains. A mixture based on isopropyl alcohol and pure gasoline helps clean greasy areas on the wallpaper from frequent touching with your hands. Sometimes white clay is used. It is applied wet, and after drying, carefully scraped off.

If the proposed methods do not help, experts recommend painting the old wallpaper. This action will help solve several problems at once.

Top 8. LAKRA

Rating (2021): 4.39

232 reviews from resources were taken into account: OZON, IRecommend, Otzovik, Castorama, Yandex.Market

Affordable price This manufacturer has the most inexpensive wallpaper paints. One 14-kilogram bucket of moisture-resistant coatings costs an average of 1,200 rubles.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: lakra.ru
• Price range: from 139 to 1300 rubles.

A domestic company that produces affordable wallpaper paints. Prices for LAKRA products are among the most affordable. The brand's assortment includes only 2 types of paints and varnishes that can be applied to wallpaper: latex and acrylic washable paint for walls/ceilings. The materials have optimal density and are combined with both the original tinting paste and colors from other manufacturers. Paints can be applied to vinyl, non-woven wallpaper and glass wallpaper, as well as to any mineral surface after preliminary preparation. The paintwork covers the “native” shade of the base well and forms a smooth coating that can be washed with water after a month. However, when choosing paint from this brand, you still need to be careful: sometimes the color after complete drying does not match the declared one.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Low cost
• Materials are placed tightly on the base
• Layers dry in 1 hour

• Paints are used up quickly
• Modest assortment
• Sometimes the shades don't match

Fiberglass wallpaper

They are best suited for dyeing. To highlight the relief, painting can be done in several layers:

• apply 2 layers of base paint of the desired shade;
• After drying the base, use a velor roller to highlight the protruding parts of the pattern with a different color.

Shades for this coloring are chosen according to taste. You can keep the pattern in a single color scheme, but contrasting shades look no less impressive.

Fiberglass wallpaper can be repainted up to 10 times. This makes repairs easy and economical. If you want to refresh the interior, you can quickly cope with the task by repainting part of the surface or highlighting one wall.

You can even paint ordinary non-woven and thick paper wallpapers that are not intended for this. But the paint will stick worse on vinyl film, so when choosing, you should pay attention to the labeling of the wallpaper.

Top 7. AURA

Rating (2021): 4.40

132 reviews taken into account from resources: OZON, Otzovik, Petrovich.ru

The best paints for non-woven wallpaper The brand, according to reviews, produces affordable and high-quality paints and varnishes. They are ideal for painting non-woven wallpaper.

• Characteristics

  Country: Sweden

• Official website: eskaro.com/by/brendy/aura/
• Price range: from 242 to 4000 rubles.

A subsidiary brand of the Swedish holding Eskaro Group AB, specializing in sub-premium finishing materials. Paintwork materials from Aura are truly of high quality: they are applied evenly to non-woven wallpaper, dry quickly and form a durable coating. Lines designed for roll coverings include: Interior Golfstrom, LuxPro 3/7/12, Interior Satin and Interior Fjord. In addition to paints, the brand produces wallpaper varnish Aqua Lack 20, which can be used as a final protective coating. Paints can be applied either with a spray gun or by hand, they do not flow, and the layers dry within 1-2 hours. But paint and varnish materials are not suitable for all surfaces. Due to the average hiding power, to obtain the desired shade on a dark base, the material will have to be applied in 3-5 layers.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Paints do not bleed during application
• Paintwork materials can be applied to a light-colored substrate in 1-2 layers
• The assortment includes finishing varnishes for wallpaper

• Materials do not cover dark colors
• Possible color mismatch

How to paint different types of wallpaper?

New wallpaper must be thoroughly dried before painting. It usually takes 24-48 hours after sticking them on the walls. If the repair was carried out more than 2-3 days ago, then painting can be started at any time.

The biggest concern is the paper covering. But if you work carefully with a roller, even this fragile material will not be damaged. When painting paper wallpaper, you can also use a non-contact method: using a paint sprayer.

The first stage is painting the corners of the room, where the walls meet the ceiling or baseboard. If it is possible to remove the baseboards, sockets, and decorative door trims, then it is better to do this before painting the walls. But in old buildings you will have to cover the edges of these interior parts with masking tape. This measure will protect the surfaces of parts from water-based paint, which is more difficult to wash off after drying.

You need to paint difficult areas with a soft paint brush, without trying to press it too hard. Walls near doorways, corners, rosettes and other protrusions should be painted by hand to a width of about 5 cm. Without waiting for the paint to dry, proceed to the next step:

1. Pour a little coloring composition into the cuvette and roll it with a roller along the ribbed surface to thoroughly saturate the pile.
2. Start painting from the middle of a small area in the upper corner of the wall. Move from the center to the edges, capturing part of the pre-painted stripes.
3. When the paint on the roller has dried up, roll it several times over the water-based emulsion poured into the ditch. Continue working in the specified sequence.

You need to paint 1 wall in 1 step, not allowing the paint to dry on the edges of adjacent areas. When applying the emulsion to a new area, use a roller to cover 1-2 cm of the already painted surface. This way the paint will lay down in an even, continuous layer.

Next, dry the surface and apply another layer of dye. When working, observe the same conditions as when treating the surface for the first time.

Top 6. Marshall

Rating (2021): 4.41

130 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, Petrovich.ru, IRecommend, Leroymerlin.ru, Castorama, Otzovik

High speed of complete drying According to the manufacturer, coating materials for painting wallpaper dry completely and gain strength in 21 days. After which the coating can be washed.

• Characteristics

  Country: Netherlands

• Official website: marshall-paints.ru
• Price range: from 281 to 3500 rubles.

European manufacturer, a subsidiary of AkzoNobel Corporation from the Netherlands. It produces professional paints and sells them at very affordable prices. For glass wallpaper, non-woven and vinyl-based wallpaper, the brand has developed the Maestro Interior Classic line. The basis of this material is acrylic latex, but the composition does not contain compounds hazardous to humans. Also, paintwork materials are practically odorless. The coating dries quickly and the paint is applied without much difficulty. In addition to Maestro, the brand has 3 more types of materials compatible with wallpaper: Export-2, Export Kitchens and Bathrooms, Export-7. The only thing that users don’t like about Marshall paints is the low level of coverage. Paint on surfaces with a complex texture and dark color must be applied in several layers.

Advantages and disadvantages

• When applied, paintwork materials fill in irregularities
• The paints are suitable for all types of wallpaper for painting
• Adequate cost

• Materials require application in 2-3 layers

Choosing a color

General Tips

As a rule, a white base is sold on store shelves, and on stands there are many colors displayed - small pieces of paper with color options. Having chosen a manufacturer, you need to decide on the shade. Next, using a special machine, pigment is added to the white base in the required quantity - everything is ready.

A more ancient way to get the desired color is to mix everything at home. To do this you will need a base and a bottle of pigment. In this option, there is a big risk of making a mistake with the shade, pouring a little more pigment than necessary. Plus, this is not very convenient physically - if you are a fragile girl, and you have to mix 5 liters of paint, you simply may not have enough strength to mix the composition well, and you will end up with streaks and sudden changes in color. Even if you managed to do everything perfectly, it’s not a fact that the second can of paint will turn out to be exactly the same shade. Therefore, we still recommend making the paint immediately in the store. You just need to enter a special code that is assigned to a particular shade, and then, as they say, it’s a matter of technique, in the literal sense of the word. A special device will quickly prepare any amount of the mixture.

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Which tone is better?

Of course, the shade of the walls is a purely individual choice for everyone. But, nevertheless, there are several basic rules when purchasing. First of all, look at the footage; if you have a cramped Khrushchev, you will have to abandon overly bright and dark colors in favor of a light, pastel or even white coating. If your soul requires colored walls and a black ceiling, well, experiment. But in this case, balance the brightness with neutral textiles or furniture. Give up the decor - let the colorful walls take over its function.

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Windows facing north and bringing nothing into the house except dull gray light for several hours a day must definitely be adjacent to the color yellow. Let the bright sun at least be present in the interior. The trend of recent seasons is a monochrome interior. Textures will help make it not boring and multifaceted. Play with surfaces, combine matte and gloss, add another tint. In general, try on the role of an artist!

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Gold and silver tones in the interior usually raise a lot of questions and debates. How to include them in the decoration so that it does not become too pretentious? Is it worth using such shades at all? Experts answer unequivocally - yes, it’s worth it. When applied correctly, they will give the effect of antiquity, small abrasions and cracked surfaces - indispensable for classic interiors, Empire and Art Deco styles. To create this effect, you will need a hard brush with which to apply the composition. It is important not to overdo it with the quantity - after all, you are only creating an effect, and not completely painting the surface. The difference in textures will help to enhance it - choose a matte texture as a base, and create a glossy texture for golden highlights.

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  What are paints and why should they not be neglected when decorating walls?

Top 5. Brite

Rating (2021): 4.50

21 reviews taken into account from resources: Otzovik, Yandex.Market

Better hiding power The brand has a line of One Coat paints that can cover even the most contrasting substrates for painting. The material lays flat and does not change the structure of the wallpaper.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: brite.ru
• Price range: from 380 to 7000 rubles.

The manufacturer produces paints for non-woven and vinyl wallpaper, glass wallpaper for painting, as well as interior and façade paints and varnishes. All brand products are environmentally friendly and create a strong and durable coating. The paints are easy to use: according to reviews, even a beginner can do an excellent job of applying them. To treat surfaces covered with wallpaper, the brand has released 2 lines of materials: One Coat with high hiding power and Professional. The paints are washable and withstand light wet cleaning. Users have no serious complaints about the quality of the coating: both with and without tinting, the surface turns out smooth, velvety, and bright. True, it is quite difficult to buy paint from Brite in ordinary construction stores. It is better to order it from online retailers.

Advantages and disadvantages

• The materials do not have an unpleasant odor
• Paints are slowly used up
• There are paints and varnishes that can be applied by spray

• Hard to find in offline stores

Oily

The compositions are made on the basis of drying oil. The popularity of the material is explained by its affordable price and large supply in the construction markets. Most often used for painting metal pipes, radiators, window frames, and interior doors. When working with oil paints, it is important to consider their disadvantages:

• The painted surface takes a long time to dry, and a sharp and very unpleasant specific odor is released. In enclosed spaces, items can take several days to dry;
• the oil layer forms a film that prevents the base from “breathing.” Therefore, over time, painted surfaces begin to peel, crack and bubble.

Drying oil turns yellow over time, which is especially noticeable on white paint. Painted surfaces take on an unaesthetic appearance.

Top 4. Parade

Rating (2021): 4.51

339 reviews from resources were taken into account: Otzovik, OZON, Leroymerlin.ru

Optimal price-quality ratio Domestic manufacturer produces inexpensive, high-quality wallpaper paints. The average price for a 9-liter bucket of material is 2,700 rubles.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: parade.ru
• Price range: from 97 to 3500 rubles.

Sub-brand of LAKRA. Classic W110 paint is produced especially for glass wallpaper, non-woven and other wallpapers. It is easily tinted, the finished coating is designed for a service life of up to 5 years. Parade's assortment also includes acrylic interior paints for walls and ceilings, which can be applied to wallpaper for any type of painting. Popular lines among users: DIY Intensive, DIY 7 PlayPaint, Diy 2 Relax. All paints are positioned as washable, however, some materials are washed off from the base under the influence of moisture/erased by touching the wall. This problem mainly occurs with budget paints. However, if the coating is not allowed to dry for 3-4 weeks, then more expensive materials will show low abrasion resistance.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Affordable prices
• The materials are easy to use
• Matte paints and varnishes with excellent hiding power
• Large selection of colors

• Paints require a long time to gain strength.

The best latex paints for painting wallpaper

Latex paint is characterized by high resistance and long service life. It costs more than other types. The coating does not produce rich, bright shades, but its consumption is very low. Dries quickly. Durability depends on the gloss level. The VyborExperta.ru team selected four nominees for the category.

V33 Blanc Perfection

The rating of wallpaper paints continues with V33 “Blanc Perfection”, intended for use exclusively indoors. The product contains a water-based acrylic mixture, titanium white, as well as various fillers provided by the technology. The addition of Carrara marble gives a flawless white color. The painted surface does not turn yellow within 10 years of use.

The product is suitable for painting wallpaper in any room in an apartment or house, including bedrooms and children's rooms. Can be used on surfaces of any material. Apply paint with a brush or roller. No spray technique is used. The paint can be used as a base for tinting.

The manufacturer recommends applying only one layer of dye, indicating this in the inscription on the can. But reviews indicate that to achieve the desired effect, you need to apply at least two layers with an interval of 6 hours. After drying, the surface becomes pure white with a matte velvet effect. There are no streaks or drips. The dye finally hardens after 30 days.

The coating is resistant to intense impact. Mild detergents or just soapy water are suitable for care. To remove dirt, use a sponge or any soft cloth without surface lint.

Advantages:

• No unpleasant odor;
• The texture smoothes the surface well and hides cracks;
• Can be tinted;
• Does not emit toxic substances, environmentally friendly;
• You can clean the tools after use with plain water;
• Dries quickly.

Flaws:

• Not detected.

Lakra for walls and ceilings

The product is manufactured at a Russian enterprise using German technology. Characterized by high quality indicators. It is made on the basis of water-based acrylic latex, which has good vapor permeability: the surface breathes and at the same time is not afraid of moisture.

The paint is used for interior and exterior work. You can paint not only wallpaper, but also walls, facades, fences, bathrooms and kitchens. The paint can be tinted, which significantly expands the capabilities of the nominee. It is applied by roller, brush and spray. If necessary, dilute with water to the desired consistency.

The paint has high decorative qualities. Among other advantages, it is worth noting good coverage and strong adhesion to the base of the surface to be painted. After application, you get a white matte, smooth coating that is not afraid of moisture. Therefore, you can also practice wet cleaning.

The paint is stored in a well-closed container for 2 years at a temperature of +5-35°C without loss of properties. Withstands single freezing down to -35°C. This may be important when transporting in winter. But after freezing, the paint is brought into a warm room, thawed and mixed well until smooth.

The surface is prepared before painting: it is cleaned of old paint, dust and dirt. Wash off the whitewash with soapy water and wait until it dries completely. Surfaces with old oil paint or enamel are sanded to remove dust. Large cracks are sealed with putty, sanded and primed.

Advantages:

• High quality;
• Snow white base color;
• Possibility of using color scheme;
• Good hiding power;
• Dense, does not get dirty.

Flaws:

• Does not wash off (if applied in the wrong place, you can’t wash it off).

Marshall Export-7

The product is characterized by a high-quality composition, good performance properties and the ability to withstand high humidity. The latter allows the nominee to be classified as washable paint. Production is located in Russia.

The nominee is characterized by good wear resistance. Even when wiping off dirt with a hard sponge, the appearance of the surface does not change. The product is suitable for all types and types of wallpaper, including glass wallpaper. The high covering properties deserve attention. When painted in two layers, the surface looks perfectly smooth.

Working as a team if you have no experience or not enough of it is quite difficult. It is initially thick, and therefore does not flow or splash. That's a plus. But it has a gel consistency, and therefore “smearing” it is problematic - you will need to adapt. It is more convenient to paint wallpaper with a roller. The brush will increase consumption.

The paint gives a matte surface with glossy highlights. Water after painting is not absorbed and does not leave stains. The paint can be tinted with Dulux dyes.

Advantages:

• Water is used as a solvent;
• Moisture-resistant, washable;
• Can be tinted to any desired shade;
• Covers surfaces well;
• Dries quickly;
• You can paint any wallpaper.

Flaws:

• Difficult to apply.

Dufa Mattlatex

Russian-made products Dufa Mattlatex made using German technology. Interior, and therefore intended only for interior work. Available in different volumes - 2.5, 5 and 10 liters.

The dye has a certificate allowing use in children's and medical institutions. This confirms the environmental safety of the nominee.

The paint can be tinted. It is applied by spray, roller and brush, and dries within a day.

Advantages:

• Can be diluted with water;
• Can be tinted well in any shade;
• Easy to apply;
• Meets all characteristics declared by the manufacturer.

Flaws:

• Not identified.

Top 3. FINNCOLOR

Rating (2021): 4.55

77 reviews taken into account from resources: Petrovich.ru, OZON, Otzovik, Yandex.Market

Long service life of the coating The surface of wallpaper painted with FINNCOLOR paints remains bright and resistant to wet cleaning for 10 years. This is the largest figure in the collection.

• Characteristics

  Country Russia

• Official website: finncolor.ru
• Price range: from 299 to 4500 rubles.

Finnish brand Tikkurila. The range includes moisture-resistant, washable acrylic-based coatings. The brand produces the Oasis Wallpaper line especially for all types of wallpaper. The material emphasizes the texture of the base and is easily distributed. The FINNCOLOR range also includes universal paint Oasis Kitchen&Gallery. But it is more suitable for painting glass wallpaper. Drying time: up to 4 weeks. After this time, the coating becomes durable and resistant to wet cleaning. Judging by the reviews, there are no particular problems with the use of paints, but still some complain about the instability of paints and varnishes to moisture. Problems with coating washability are most often associated with improper care of the treated surface and non-compliance with drying technology.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Paints perfectly hide unevenness
• The range includes materials with antifungal additives
• Paintwork materials are tinted using Tikkurila equipment
• Products are manufactured using Finnish technologies

• Some paints and varnishes are washed off after complete drying.

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Which wallpaper paint is best?

You will decide for yourself what paint to use for your wallpaper, taking into account our recommendations when choosing a product.

The VyborExperta.ru team has identified the following rating nominees:

• Dulux Easy - acrylic, stain-resistant, water-repellent;
• Finncolor Oasis Wallpaper – water-based, forms a dense matte coating, withstands wet cleaning;
• V33 Blanc Perfection – latex, subject to tinting, base color – snow-white.

Paintable wallpaper is a good solution. But it is important to choose a coloring composition that matches the coating in order to obtain the desired effect.

Top 2. Dulux

Rating (2021): 4.57

398 reviews from resources were taken into account: Yandex.Market, Otzovik, Leroymerlin.ru, Castorama.ru, Petrovich.ru, OZON

The most popular brand of paint from Dulux is used by professionals and ordinary users. The quality of premium materials fully justifies their high cost.

Universal paints Paint and varnish materials from the English brand are suitable for painting any type of wallpaper. They dry quickly and perfectly hide base defects.

• Characteristics

  Country: England

• Official website: dulux.ru
• Price range: from 169 to 8000 rubles.

A brand that produces the best premium quality paints. Dulux paints and varnishes are universal, easy to apply and undemanding to the original condition of the base for painting. Almost all lines fit perfectly on non-woven, paper, vinyl wallpaper and glass wallpaper. The finished coating can be washed with soft sponges or rags: washable paints retain their color after contact with water. However, when wet, the coating may darken slightly before drying. By the way, paints dry very quickly, so you need to work with them as carefully as possible. The most popular wallpaper lines: 3D White, Easy, Classic Colour. The only drawback of paint and varnish is its high cost. But adequate consumption, coupled with high-quality coverage and versatility, completely justify this minus.

Advantages and disadvantages

• The paints preserve the relief of the wallpaper
• Paintwork materials create the most durable coating
• The materials are practically odorless
• Dense and rich shades

• High price

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Types of coating

Paint may differ not only in composition. The material covers and looks different on the walls. Below we consider several types of coverage:

Glossy

The reflected light creates a sophisticated shine and adds natural light to the room. For darkened rooms located on the north side, this is an excellent design solution. On smooth walls, glossy coating looks most impressive. There is another plus: gloss visually enlarges the space, so gloss is perfect for small rooms.

Semi-gloss

A universal option for any premises. However, before applying the solution, you need to carefully level the walls. They are best used for coloring paper or glass wallpaper.

Matte

The matte finish looks aesthetically pleasing and elegant. It creates a calm and peaceful environment, so these paints are great for painting bedrooms and living rooms. Another advantage is its ability to hide uneven surfaces.

Is it possible to paint paper wallpaper with water-based paint?

It is quite suitable for restoring old wall decoration. When the water contained in the paint evaporates, it dries, forming a polymer layer that will not allow moisture to pass through in the future. You can even wash such walls. Of course, water-based paint is less moisture resistant than water-dispersion paint. However, it has the advantage of a low price.

In addition, it is absolutely environmentally friendly and fireproof, and is easy to apply. The choice of its shades is extremely wide. When applying it to the walls, you can immediately get the desired color.