In the modern world, during repair and construction, alkyd paints come to the rescue, which got their name from resins of the same name. The latter, in turn, act as a basic connecting element. After the cooking process is complete, a base is obtained consisting of vegetable oils and acids. The tensile strength is particularly influenced by the base component, which may have different fat content. If the alkyd paint suddenly dries, then dilution with kerosene or solvent is allowed. Its drying rate on the surface can be increased thanks to special additives.
Absolutely any
alkyd paint is suitable for
corrosion protection during indoor and outdoor use. It can very well be applied to both metal and wood surfaces. It can be used in rooms with high humidity and for the treatment of heated objects. For example, alkyd-based paint has proven itself in the treatment of heating radiators. After some time after painting, objects acquire a glossy surface. Small flaws include flammability and poor alkali resistance. However, the positive qualities of this material are actually much greater.
Applying alkyd paint is quite simple. It is only necessary to remove dust from the painted surface and close all the large cracks with putty. If you want to apply it to window frames or doors, it is advisable to remove the hardware. You can paint with a roller or a regular brush. After careful application, as a rule, re-treatment is not required. In the course of work, certain precautions, which are expressed in simple rules, must be observed. First, make sure that the paint does not get into the eyes. Secondly, all furniture and other household items should be removed from the room, then unforeseen material costs will be avoided. If paint gets on the skin, it can be washed off with a solvent.
Any alkyd paint should include primary desiccants, which play the role of oxidation catalysts. In most cases, cobalt, manganese, cerium, iron, zirconium, lead, lithium and some other chemical elements are added. The first of them is the most popular primary drier, showing a good result in the formation of coatings at a fairly low dosage. For finishing coatings cerium is not bad, which, unlike the same iron, does not cause color changes. Lead occupied a leading position for a long period of time, but due to its toxicity it became much less commonly used.
When alkyd paint is produced, in addition to the main driers, auxiliary elements like calcium, zinc and barium are often added to it. All of them by themselves do not have a desiccating effect, but in combination with primary elements can improve the final product. For example, barium takes on the function of a wetting agent, allowing to improve the gloss. Together with cobalt, it can provide quick drying of the entire layer.