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Understanding Paint and Wallpaper: Types, Applications, and Coverage Calculations

This chapter explores the characteristics and applications of latex and alkyd paints, including their drying times, durability, and cleaning methods. It highlights common paint types used in homes, particularly for moldings—crown, base, and chair rail—suggesting semi-gloss finishes for accent colors. Additionally, it discusses the timeless appeal of wallpaper, including types like vinyl and vinyl-coated options. Coverage calculations for both paint and wallpaper are provided to aid in planning, ensuring informed decisions for home decor projects.

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Understanding Paint and Wallpaper: Types, Applications, and Coverage Calculations

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  1. Objective 4.04 Paint Wallpaper Chapter 24

  2. Latex- or water based paint Quick drying This paint is easy to apply however it does not adhere to all surfaces such as bare wood or surfaces previously painted by alkyd paint Most common paint found in homes Solvent based paint ALKYD Made out of oil or synthetic resin Dries more quickly than pure oil paint Doesn’t contain lead Durable finish can be washed You have to clean bushes with mineral spirits to remove the paint Types of Paint

  3. Moldings • Paint moldings found in homes with accent color or white • Usually you will use a semi-gloss for these trims • Three types of moldings • Crown- top of room • Base- bottom next to flooring • Chair rail placed about chair height around room

  4. Moldings

  5. Wallpaper has been around since the 16th century Vinyl and vinyl coating wallpaper are the most common Easy to clean Wall paper comes in rolls This will be hung in strips Then the pattern must be matched Some only use boarders which are placed along the top of the ceiling or above the chair rails. Wallpaper

  6. Calculations • One gallon of paint generally covers 350 square feet of wall • To calculate paint: L+L+W+W x ceiling height / 350 = gal. 12+2+30+30 X 8 = 672/350= 2 gal.

  7. One roll of wallpaper covers 36 feet • L+L+W+W x ceiling height /36 12+12+30+30 x 8 = 672/36= 18.67 =19 rls

  8. Activity • Do worksheet about calculations for wall coverings • Go to Behr.com and create rooms using colors that appeal to you • Start paint plan using class supplies

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