10 best exterior paints

Coloring is the easiest and most economical way to finish exterior surfaces. But in outdoor conditions, not all paints behave in the best way: low-quality materials fade, crack, move away from the base. As a result, not only the appearance of the building structure suffers, but also its service life is significantly reduced. To avoid this, when choosing paint for exterior work, we recommend focusing on coatings tested by the experience of private builders, as well as construction companies. As a rule, they provide a long warranty period, so it is beneficial for them to use good-quality paintwork materials. But how to find out which paints in construction are considered the best for facade painting? It's simple - study the rating that we have compiled by analyzing the many reviews of both professionals and home craftsmen.

Top 10 best exterior paints (concrete, wood and metal)

10 Belinka Siloxane facade

For painting buildings located along roads and industrial areas, as well as the socles and facades of commercial and warehouse premises, it is worth choosing a paint that has a minimum susceptibility to pollution. These include siloxane based paints from the Slovenian company Belinka. It has improved weather resistance and forms a layer that repels dirt and water, and in addition, accidental pollution can be gently wiped off with a damp sponge. The material is suitable for application on all types of mineral surfaces - stone, brick, plaster, etc. The decorative protective coating is vapor-permeable, therefore the appearance of condensation on it is excluded.

The paint is supplied in white (B1) and in a translucent composition (B2, B3), which allows you to tint them in both pastel and saturated colors. At the same time, customers note that the colors of colors from different batches are indistinguishable, since automated lines with precise dosing of components are used in production. It can be applied with a brush with synthetic bristles, a roller or an airbrush, diluting the emulsion with water to create a base layer. The second layer can be applied only after 12 hours, the same time is necessary for the completely finished coating to dry. Both professional builders and ordinary users characterize this paint very positively, but they advise it to be bought in reputable stores - if it is frozen due to storage in inappropriate conditions, it will clump when carrying out outdoor work.

9 VGT VD-AK-1180

In 2013, paints and varnishes of the VGT domestic enterprise were used in the construction of the Fisht Olympic stadium in Sochi.Meanwhile, the history of the brand began in 1992, and 10 years was enough for him to become known throughout Russia. The reasons for the popularity of a long search is not necessary: ​​acceptable quality and competitive prices. For example, one of the best products of the company - facade paint VD-AK-1180 - costs less than 200 rubles. per 1 kg (the larger the volume, the cheaper), and has an extensive range of positive characteristics. Firstly, it can be used not only for exterior work, but also internal, which significantly reduces the cost of purchasing and delivering paint and varnish materials for major repairs.

The second important point: the paint has excellent adhesion to concrete, plastered and brick surfaces, it can also be used to paint plasterboard, fiberboard and wallpaper for painting, which means you do not need to purchase different materials. Painting can be carried out in winter, but at normal humidity and at a temperature not lower than –10 °. Drying occurs at an average rate - in ambient conditions for 2 hours (“until tack free”), whereas the coating gains full strength after 2 weeks. Painters and end users confirm that it turns out light, water and weather resistant, and the snow-white or zakolerovanny color lasts a very long time. True, lately the quality of the paint is very dependent on where it was purchased, so it’s best to go shopping in proven stores.

8 Dufa fassadenfarbe 90

Facade paint from the famous German brand Dufa brand 90 is an acrylic blend with the addition of latex. It is designed to protect and decorate the facade walls of the most popular materials: concrete, brick, plaster, etc. It can also be used for interior work, for example, for painting the ceiling. Due to the modified composition and the correct consistency, the paint is well taken on the brush, does not flow, does not splash when applied. The base color is white, but tinting is possible according to the basic color palettes (RAL, Farbe, Leber), so customers can choose from thousands of different colors and shades that remain unchanged for several years.

Besides the fact that there is no hassle with applying paint, it pleases with high hiding power. The specifications stated: to get a high-quality coverage, you need to stock up on the basis of 100 ml per 1 sq. M. m. In the reviews, it is confirmed that such an expense is completely untrue. However, there are quite stringent requirements for surface preparation for painting, and in most cases pre-priming with a deep-penetrating compound is recommended. But the efforts and costs are justified by the long service life of both the coating itself and the foundation under it.

7 Tex Universal front

At first, they look at this paint with disbelief - it’s painfully ridiculous price. But, apparently, miracles do happen, because the material has a snow-white color, does not smell, lays down a dense layer without strains, dries quickly. In general, he really "behaves" as well as his more eminent and more expensive fellows. Although if you get acquainted with the manufacturer, much becomes clear: more than 10 years ago, the company “Tex” was bought by the Finnish giant “Tikkurila”, so the rumors that these paints are poured in one factory are quite fair.

Due to its excellent water resistance, paint can be safely used for exterior work, for example, for finishing facades, slopes, concrete fences, etc. Also, construction organizations often use it to paint walls in kitchens, baths, and covered verandas. Contrary to many concerns, the cheapness of the material is not leveled by increased consumption: you can cover 8–10 square meters with a liter. m. surface, that is, one bucket of 13 liters is designed for an area of ​​up to 10 square meters. m. For a perfect result, it is better to apply paint in 2–3 layers, between which it is necessary to maintain a pause of 1–2 hours.

6 Dulux bindo facade

Dulux products (this brand, like Hammerite, belongs to the AkzoNobel concern) is known all over the world: in Belgium, under the name Levis, in the Netherlands - Flexa, in Spain - Bruguer. They recognize it by the unified style of packaging from the Bobtail breed dog photo, since 1961, which is the “face” of the company and a symbol of family values. Bindo Facade paint consists of latex emulsion and special additives that prevent the development of fungal colonies and the appearance of salt spots on the surface. The latex component is responsible for the elasticity, impermeability and vapor permeability of the finished coating.

The paint is appreciated by builders, because it is harmless, easy to apply and very economical: the average consumption is 1 l per 12-14 square meters. The material is quite versatile and suitable for work with almost all external surfaces - concrete, slate, building blocks. Nevertheless, it is better not to use it for interior painting of walls and ceilings in wet rooms, since latex paints are inferior to acrylic in moisture resistance. But they wash well, so they should be used for finishing surfaces that are quickly contaminated, for example, caps.

5 Hammerite AkzoNobel Metal Paint

Lattices, fencing, stairs, drainpipes and garage doors - any metal constructions will sooner or later undergo rusting. Of course, it is better to prevent the development of corrosion, but what if it does appear? Choose Hammerite paint and be sure that rust will not bother you for at least 5 or even 8 years. Most noteworthy is that no cleaning of the damaged metal or its priming will be needed: thanks to the unique 3 in 1 formula, exterior works are limited to applying paint straight over rust stains on painted or unpainted surfaces.

The material can be used not only for ferrous metal - the manufacturer allows the dyeing of wood, plastic, glass, tile, copper, both outside and inside the room. No special tools are required for the painter - only a brush, roller or spray gun is needed. After 4–6 hours, the next layer can be applied, although most users are limited to one. As a result of processing, a reliable elastic coating is created that is resistant to heating up to 80 ° C and precipitation, with water and dirt-repellent properties. Moreover, it creates an unusual decorative effect, very similar to powder coating. The color palette consists of 11 actual colors of a muted scale - aesthetes have a certain choice.

4 Caparol Muresko-Premium

In order to avoid the appearance of condensate and the start of rotting processes, wooden facades and facade insulation systems require high vapor permeability of the topcoat. Acrylic facade paints are considered the best in all respects, but, unfortunately, they provide low diffusion. Silicone materials are vapor permeable, but do not always provide an acceptable level of moisture protection. But their combination, silicryl, makes it possible to combine the best properties of acrylate and silicone resins. So, thanks to the mixed composition, Muresko-Premium paint provides a coating that is very resistant to weathering, the appearance of efflorescence (white deposits on the walls), and the development of algal and fungal colonies.

In one layer on a smooth surface consumed 200 ml of material. On rough plaster consumption is higher, but in the presence of a beautiful structure it can be emphasized by slightly diluting the paint with water. It is recommended to apply it with a brush or roller, whereas airless spraying should be abandoned due to the presence of substances unsafe for living organisms. These components are necessary to give the material bioprotective properties.From the reviews, we learned that the paint in the bucket is supplied initially thick, the layer is quite thick and reliable, the smell is absent, so that painting does not create discomfort.

3 Tikkurila Pika-Teho

For outdoor woodwork, it is important to choose a paint that creates a thick elastic layer. Among other requirements, it must withstand the physical expansion of the base with temperature drops without cracking and delaminations. These paints were previously considered oil emulsions, but due to the strong smell and long drying they practically stopped using. However, the Finns managed to develop a material that consists of acrylate and natural oil (the manufacturer does not reveal the data, which one), but without the shortcomings of its predecessors.

The smell of Pika-Teho paint is almost completely absent, it dries in 2-4 hours (under normal conditions), in addition, the coating is durable (20 years, according to the manufacturer) and resistant to light. At first glance, the material seems expensive, but when calculating it is necessary to take into account its low consumption - 4-8 square meters. m / l In addition, for priming the surface with the first layer, the paint can be diluted with water at the rate of 0.5–1 l for every 10 liters of paintwork material. Neglecting the application of the primer is not worth it, because the consumption of the next layer will be much more economical, and the coating - more reliable.

2 Teknos Nordica Eco

Acrylic water emulsion mixture from the well-known Finnish company Teknos, which turned 70 this year, in 2007 received a gold medal at the largest industry exhibition Interlakokraska-2007. The material is intended for finishing the exterior surfaces of wood and has all the necessary characteristics, namely, high resistance to abrasion, thermal expansion and UV radiation. It is a pleasure to work with such paint, as it doesn’t smell by itself, it is diluted with plain water (up to 10%), it quickly clings to the base and dries “on touch” for only 20 minutes. It is possible to apply the composition both with a brush and an airbrush, and in both cases the composition is consumed very economically: 1 l is enough to paint 5-6 square meters. m. sawn boards or 8-10 square. m. planed.

The coating is flexible, uniform, with a beautiful glossy sheen. The Core & Shell technology on which this paint is produced makes it possible to ensure the safety of its operational properties for 15–20 years. And indeed, as evidenced by the reviews, even the bright colors of the facades do not fade under the sun for a long time. Contaminants practically do not stick to a smooth surface, and if necessary they can be easily cleaned with a brush. Thus, the wooden structure for a long time takes on a new look and gets reliable protection from moisture and mold.

1 Tikkurila Euro Facade Aqua

In the 20s of the last century, a unique lacquer for women's hats was made at the Tikkurila plant, after which they were applied to become waterproof. Perhaps it was this varnish that became the predecessor of the Euro Facade Aqua matt facade paint. But be that as it may, the outer surfaces, whether concrete, brick, or fiber cement panels, protect it exceptionally well — not for nothing is it called the “queen of colors”. Due to the presence of silicone in the composition of the painted facade does not threaten the waterlogging and the appearance of fungi. Acrylic base at the same time ensures the durability of the coating and color fastness.

The material lies flat on the prepared surface, so it can be painted both by a professional and a home craftsman. To do this, they do not need special equipment, it is enough to get a paint roller, brush or spray. If the surface is flat, 1 liter of the water dispersion emulsion can be distributed about 8 square meters. m., and for processing the rough wall of the material will need twice as much.The necessary shade can be selected from the catalogs "Tikkurila Facade", "Stone facades" and Facad 760, and it is better to do this on modern equipment in one of the "Color Studios".

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Belinka

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