What Is Dispersion Paint?

Dispersion paints (also known as emulsion paints) are the most commonly used paints for both interior and exterior applications. They are suitable for painting brick, wood, wood-based materials, plasters, concrete surfaces, gypsum substrates, and wallpapers.

Chemical Composition

Dispersion paints use organic binders, which are dispersions of synthetic polymers, such as:

• Acrylic resins (pure acrylates)
• Styrene-acrylates
• Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers

Advantages of Dispersion Paints

Thanks to their excellent adhesion, dispersion paints can be used for both initial painting and renovation projects. They form durable and easy-to-apply coatings and are environmentally friendly, as they are water-based rather than solvent-based.

Key Benefits:

• Durability and abrasion resistance
• Good coverage, making them cost-effective
• Wide color range, allowing for various decorative applications
• Elastic coatings, suitable for covering small cracks in concrete
• Weather resistance, protecting facades from harmful environmental factors
• Chemical neutrality (pH value of 7-8)

Limitations of Dispersion Paints

Dispersion paints cannot be used for painting lime plasters or plasters with high lime content, as they do not adhere properly to such surfaces.

Common Dispersion Paint Brands

• Prolatex
• Aquatex
• Perfekta
• Samtex 2
• Samtex 3
• Samtex 7
• Indeko-plus

Why Choose Dispersion Paints Over Solvent-Based Paints?

Compared to solvent-based paints, dispersion paints have many advantages:

• Easier application
• Faster drying
• Lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions
• Higher efficiency and scrub resistance
• Minimal environmental impact

For more details on dispersion paint properties, check:

• Latest dispersion paint features – CAPAROL
• Types and properties of dispersion paints – KABE PAINTS