20 best paints for external works

Staining is the easiest and most economical method of finishing the outer surfaces. But in outdoor conditions, not all paints behave the best way: poor-quality materials fade, crack, stray from the basics. As a result, suffers not only the appearance of the building structure, but also significantly reduces its service life. To avoid this, when choosing paint for exterior use we recommend to focus on coverage, proven experience private builders and construction companies. As a rule, they provide a long warranty period, so it is advantageous to use solid coatings. But how do you know which paint and construction are considered the best for exterior painting? It's simple – examine the rating, which we made up, after analyzing many reviews both professional and DIY.

TOP 10 BEST PAINT FOR EXTERIOR WORKS (CONCRETE, WOOD AND METAL)

10 BELINKA SILOXANE FACADE

Permanence of color of finished paint in different parties. Ability to self-cleaning
Country: Slovenia
Average price: 1125 RUB/2 l
Rating (2021): 4.3

For painting of buildings along the roads and industrial zones, and also socles and facades of retail and warehouse space should choose a paint that has minimal susceptibility to contamination. Such is the paint based on siloxane from the Slovenian company Belinka. It has a high weather resistance and forms a layer, repelling dirt and water, in addition, accidental contamination can be gently scrub with a damp sponge. The material is suitable for application to all types of mineral surfaces such as stone, brick, plaster, etc. Decorative-protective coating is permeable to water vapour, therefore condensation on it excluded.

LMB and comes in white (B1) and in a translucent composition (B2, B3) that lets you tinted them in pastel and saturated colors. While buyers noted that the shades of colors from different batches are indistinguishable, as in the production of automatic lines with precise dosing of components. Allowed to apply it with a brush with synthetic bristle brush, roller or spray gun, diluting the emulsion with water to create the base layer. The second layer can be applied only after 12 hours, the same time necessary to completely dry the finished coating. And professional builders and ordinary users characterize this paint is very positive, but I advise you to buy at reputable stores if she was cold due to storage in improper conditions, when carrying out external works will komkovatost.

9 VGT VD-AK-1180

In 2013, paint and varnish materials of domestic enterprises "VGT" was used in the construction of the Olympic stadium "Fisht" in Sochi. Meanwhile, the brand's history began in 1992, and 10 years it took him to become famous throughout Russia. The reasons for the popularity long search is not necessary: acceptable quality and competitive prices. For example, one of the best products of the company – exterior paint VD-AK-1180 – costs less than 200 Euro per 1 kg (the larger the volume, the cheaper), and has a wide range of positive characteristics. First, it can be used not only for the exterior but also the internal, which significantly reduces the cost of buying and shipping LMC for repair.

The second important point: the paint has excellent adhesion to concrete, plastered and brick surfaces, it also can be painted gypsum Board, fiberboard and Wallpaper for painting, and therefore do not need to buy different materials. Coloring can be done in the winter, but at normal humidity and at a temperature below -10°. Drying occurs at a medium pace under ambient conditions for 2 hours ("to touch"), while the full strength coating is gaining in 2 weeks. Painters and end users confirm that it is light-, water - and weather-resistant, and white or sellerbuy the color lasts a very long time. However, lately the quality of paint depends on where it was purchased, so it is better to seek buy in checked shops.

8 DUFA FASSADENFARBE 90

Thousands of colours. Versatility
Country: Germany (made in Russia)
Average price: 1300 RUB/5 l
Rating (2021): 4.5

Exterior paint from the famous German brand Dufa brand 90 is acrylic mixture with the addition of latex. It is designed for protection and decoration of facade walls of the most popular materials: concrete, brick, plaster, etc. Also it can be used for internal works, for example, for painting the ceiling. Owing to the modified structure and the right consistency of the paint is well taken on the brush, not flowing, not sprayed during application. The base color is white but can be colored according to basic color palettes (RAL Farbe, Leber), so buyers can choose from thousands of different colors and shades that remain unchanged for several years.

In addition, there is no trouble with applying the paint, it pleases with excellent coverage. The specifications stated that in order to obtain a high quality coating, it is necessary to stock material at the rate of 100 ml per 1 sq. m. the reviews confirmed that this flow rate is quite true. However, to prepare the surface for painting there are quite strict requirements, and in most cases, we recommend priming with highly penetrating composition. But the effort and cost are justified by the long life time of the coating, and the foundations under them.

Excellent coverage and the ability to use in wet areas
Country: Russia
Average price: 700 RUB./13 kg
Rating (2021): 4.6

Initially, this paint looking with disbelief – it was too funny she price. But, apparently, miracles do happen, because the material has a pure white color, no smell, lies a dense layer without streaks, dries quickly. In General, it really "behave" as well as his more famous and more expensive cousins. Although if you get acquainted with the manufacturer, much becomes clear: more than 10 years ago the company "Tex" bought the Finnish giant "Tikkurila", so the rumors that these paints are bottled at the same factory, is quite fair.

Thanks to the excellent water resistance of the paint can be safely used for outdoor applications, e.g. for facades, slopes, concrete barriers, etc. construction organizations often use it to paint walls in kitchens, baths and covered porches. Contrary to many fears, the cheapness of the material is not offset by increased consumption: liter you can cover 8-10 sq. m. of surface, that is, one bucket with a volume of 13 liters calculated on the area of 10 sq. m. For best results, the paint is best applied in 2-3 layers, between which you need to pause in 1-2 hours.

6 DULUX BINDO FACADE

The most economical rate
Country: UK (made in Russia)
Average price: 3800 RUB/10 l
Rating (2021): 4.6

Paint is appreciated by builders, because it is harmless, easy to apply and very economical: the average consumption is about 1 liter for 12-14 sq. m. the Material is quite versatile and suitable for almost all exterior surfaces – concrete, slate, building blocks. However, for interior painting of walls and ceilings of wet areas it is better not to use, as the latex acrylic paint is inferior in moisture resistance. But they wash well, so they should be used to trim surfaces quickly become dirty, for example, caps.

5 PAINT ON METAL HAMMERITE AKZONOBEL

Best paint for metal. Coloring in one layer
Country: Poland
Average price: 600 RUB/0,5 l
Rating (2021): 4.7

Lattice, fence, stairs, downspouts and garage doors – any design, metal, sooner or later are subject to rusting. Of course, the development of corrosion it is better to avoid, but what if she still there? Select the paint Hammerite and be sure that the rust won't bother you anymore at least 5 years, and then 8. The most remarkable thing is that no trimming of the damaged metal or its coating do not need: because of the unique 3 in 1 formula exterior work is limited to applying the paint directly over the rusty spots on painted or unpainted surfaces.

The material can be used not only for black metal – the manufacturer allows for the staining of wood, plastic, glass, tile, copper outside and inside. No special tools the painter is not required – you need only a brush, roller or spray. After 4-6 hours it is possible to apply the following layer, although most users are limited to one. As a result of processing to create a reliable flexible coating, resistant to temperatures up to 80 °C and precipitation with a water and dirt repellent properties. Moreover, it creates an unusual decorative effect, very similar to powder coating. The color palette consists of 11 modern colours muted palette – aesthetes there really is plenty to choose from.

4 CAPAROL MURESKO-PREMIUM

The best rates of water vapor at high protection from the rain
Country: Germany
Average price: 6100 RUB/10 l
Rating (2021): 4.7

In order to avoid condensation and start rotting facades of wood and facade insulation system require a high vapor permeability of the finish coating. Acrylic exterior paints are the best on all counts, but they, unfortunately, provide a low diffusion. The silicone material is vapor permeable, but do not always provide an acceptable level of moisture protection. But the combination of colacril – makes it possible to combine the best properties of acrylic and silicone resins. So, thanks to the mixed composition of the paint, Muresko-Premium gives a coating that is very resistant to weathering, appearance of efflorescence (white residue on the walls), the development of algal and fungal colonies.

In a single layer on a smooth surface consumed 200 ml of material. On rough plaster-consumption above, but with a beautiful structure it is possible to emphasize, slightly diluted the paint with water. It is recommended to apply by brush or roller, while the airless spray should be abandoned due to the presence in the composition of substances, unsafe for living organisms. These components are necessary to give a material bioprotective properties. From the feedback we learned that the paint in the bucket comes initially thick layer is obtained in a sufficiently thick and robust, no odor so painting the discomfort does not create.

3 TIKKURILA PIKA-TEHO

Composition for wood based on natural oils. High-speed drying
Country: Finland
Average price: 580 rubles./0.9 l
Rating (2021): 4.8

For exterior wood it is important to choose a paint that creates a thick elastic layer. Among other requirements, it must withstand the physical broadening of the base under temperature changes without cracking and peeling off. These paints used to be considered the oil of the emulsion, but because of the strong smell and long drying them almost stopped using it. However, the Finns managed to develop a material, which consists of acrylate and natural oil (manufacturer not open data what exactly), but devoid of the shortcomings of their predecessors.

The smell of paint Pika-Teho 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 is resistant to the influence of light. At first glance, the material seems expensive, but in the calculation it is necessary to consider the low consumption – 4-8 sq. m/L. in addition, for priming the surface of the first layer the paint can be diluted with water at the rate of 0.5–1 liters for every 10 liters of coatings. Neglected to application of the primer layer is not necessary, because the expense of the next layer will be much cheaper and coverage more reliable.

2 TEKNOS NORDICA ECO

With a long service life. Sustainability
Country: Finland
Average price: 830 RUB/0.9 l
Rating (2021): 4.8

Water-based acrylic blend from the famous Finnish company Teknos, which this year marks 70 years in 2007 received a gold medal at the largest industry exhibition INTERLAKOKRASKA-2007. The material is designed for finishing the exterior surfaces of wood and has all the necessary characteristics, namely, high resistance to abrasion, thermal expansion and UV radiation. To work with this paint is a pleasure, because it itself does not smell, diluted with water (10%), quickly grasped the based and dries "tack on" just 20 minutes. Apply the composition with a brush, or spray gun, and in both cases consumed the composition is very economical: 1 litre is sufficient for staining of 5-6 sq. m. of sawn boards or 8-10 sq. m. planed.

The coating is elastic, homogeneous, with a beautiful glossy sheen. Technology Core&Shell, which is the LMB, allows to ensure the preservation of its operational properties in the next 15-20 years. Indeed, as evidenced by the reviews, even the bright colors of the facades long do not fade under the sunlight. Pollution to a smooth surface and almost do not stick, and if necessary, easily cleaned with a brush. Thus, the wooden structure for a long time takes on a new look and gets protection from moisture and mold.

1 EURO TIKKURILA FACADE AQUA

Modelirovanii composition. No smell
Country: Finland
Average price: 750 RUB/2.7 l
Rating (2021): 4.9

In 20-e years of the last century in the factory Tikkurila produced them for women's hats, after the application of which they become waterproof. Perhaps this paint was the predecessor Matt facade paint Facade, Euro Aqua. But anyway, outer surface, whether concrete, brick or fiber cement panels, it protects exceptionally well – no wonder it is called the "Queen of colors". Due to the presence of silicone in the composition of the painted facade is not threatened by waterlogging and the appearance of fungi. Acrylic base at the same time ensures the durability of the coating and the durability of the colors.

On the prepared surface of the material falls flat, so painting them may be a professional, and DIY. For this they do not need special equipment, it is enough to get a paint roller, brush or spray. If the surface is smooth, 1 liter of aqueous dispersion of the emulsion can be spread by approximately 8 sq. m., and for the treatment of rough wall material will need twice as much. The desired hue, you can choose the directory "Tikkurila Facade", "Stone facade" and Facad 760, and better to do it with modern equipment in one of the "Studio colors".

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