Paint

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Definition:

Paint is defined as a liquid mixture, usually of a solid pigment in a liquid vehicle, used as a decorative or protective coating. 


The purpose of paint:

The main purpose of paint are-
  • Protective - To protect metal or wood surface from weather, moisture, solar radiation, chemicals and mechanical damage.
  • Decorative - To give a nice appearance.
Types of paint:


  • Oil paint
  • Water paint
  • Aluminium paint
  • Cellulose paint
  • Cement based paint
  • Enamel paint
  • Synthetic rubber paint
  • Anti-corrosive paint
  • Asbestos paint
  • Bituminous paint
  • Bronze paint
  • Casien paint
  • Colloidal paint
  • Emulsion paint
  • Graphite paint
  • Plastic paint
  • silicate paint

  • Properties of a good Paint:

    There are a number of ways to judge paint quality
    1. Wearability
    2. Covering ability
    3. Ease of cleaning
    4. Protection of the substrate
    5. Environmentally Friendly
    6. Aesthetic
    7. Practical and Cost Effective
    Constituents of paints:

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