Primer and paint "Tikkurila Luia"

To maintain order in wet rooms is very difficult. Many materials do not withstand such difficult operating conditions and quickly become unusable. Therefore, special places require special means. Among such substances, you can select the paint and primer "Tikkurila Luia." They are specially designed for use in rooms with high humidity. They are applied alternately.

Features of the primer

Primer "Tikkurila Lua" is made on the basis of acrylic varnish. The composition of the product includes a special additive, which protects the base from the appearance of a fungus in the future.

A means is used for the treatment of indoor surfaces. It can be ceilings, walls. The material from which the base is made does not play a significant role. Primer can be used on concrete, brick, wood (chip and fibrous) coatings.

Primer has good adhesion to both new and previously painted surfaces. Latex, alkyd, epoxy and catalytic compositions are allowed as the previous layer. It is recommended as a basis for acrylic paints of "Tikkurila".

Primer is available in white color. But it can be given any light shade, I use the scale of "Tikkurila Symphony". During the process, the result may differ from the sample. Therefore, it is recommended to add first half of the colorants specified in the instructions.

Application of paint

Acrylate paint "Tikkurila Luya" includes in its composition of components that protect the substrate from mold and fungi. A composition for use in wet rooms has been developed. The material paints concrete, brick, plaster, wooden, plastered and plastered bases.

The material inside the room is used for painting walls and ceilings. And it can be the basis, periodically subjected to cleaning and heavy loads. Used paint in the vestibules, wards of hospitals, corridors, staircases. There is even a permit for use in the food industry.

Specifications

"Tikkurila Luia" is a semi-gloss or semi-gloss enamel. Its density is 1.2 kg / l. It can be white or transparent. The second option is intended for collation. In this case, the gamut of colors "Tikkurila Symphony" is used. The dry residue is 40%.

One liter of paint is enough to color 5-8 square meters. If the paint is too thick, it is allowed to dilute with water. In this case, the amount of water should not exceed 5% of the total volume of the material.

As a result of the application of the paint, a matt (semigloss) surface is obtained that is resistant to abrasion and the action of solvents (methylated spirit, white spirit , etc.). In addition, the surface can be washed using detergents and disinfectants.

Preparation for coloring

One of the basic conditions that must be met when using the compounds of Tikkurila Luia is preliminary preparation. The temperature in the room should be above 5 degrees with an air humidity of not more than 80%.

If the surface has not previously been painted, it must be cleaned of dirt and dust. If the base is uneven, it must be leveled, and then sanded. The resulting dust is removed. The last stage of preparation is priming the surface.

If the surface has already been painted, it must be washed with a soap solution. After this, the base is rinsed with clean water and dried. If the old paint is peeling off in places, it must be cleaned. In the case of a glossy paint, it must be sanded until the entire surface becomes matte. After the dust is cleaned, the substrate is primed.

Application

Directly before painting, the paint "Tikkurila Luia" should be well mixed. Next, using a brush or roller, the paint is applied to the previously prepared base. Dye the base in 2 layers. Used for this roller or brush. Spraying is allowed. Between the layers are aged for 4 hours. The drying time for tile is 2 hours.

Care

Reviews of "Tikkurila Luya", left by users, say that at first, after painting, the surface is sensitive to detergents. In the first few weeks after the application of the paint, it is better to wash the substrate with clean water. At this time, the use of detergents is not recommended.

After a month, you can wash the surface with neutral detergents with a pH of 6-8. Use a sponge or a soft cloth to apply the product. To clean heavily soiled bases, it is recommended to use weak alkaline solutions, the pH of which is 8-10.

Customer opinions are almost identical. They argue that the paint is easy to clean, resistant to abrasion, lightfast. In addition, the product has a good flow. On average, 1 liter of the composition is sufficient for painting a surface of approximately 6 m ² .

Its claimed by the manufacturer of the paint "Tikkurila Liya" performs completely even when used in the kitchen, bathroom, corridor and other rooms with high humidity.

In addition, pleases the simple application of paint. It evenly falls on the surface being treated, it does not spread and does not cause streaks.

Out of the minuses, buyers name only the price, which is quite high. It is worth a capacity of 0,9-1 l of the order of 700-1000 rubles.

As can be seen, the composition of the paint "Tikkurila Luya" allows you to create a smooth, durable coating, resistant to abrasion, mechanical and chemical effects.