Acrylate paints

Acrylate

— one type of paint (see "Type") with a so-called water-dispersion composition.

All water-dispersion paints, as the name suggests, are diluted with water when applied. In this case, the actual "active substances" do not dissolve in water but are in an emulsion state—a suspension of tiny droplets. It should be noted that accidental stains from such paint on hands, clothing, etc., can be easily removed by rinsing with water or simply wiping with a damp cloth. However, after drying (evaporation of water), this paint forms a dense film on the treated surface and becomes water-resistant. At the same time, the film is permeable to air, allowing the treated surface to "breathe." Additionally, the general advantages of water-dispersion paints include fire safety, non-toxicity, almost complete absence of unpleasant odors, the possibility of using rich colors that retain their original appearance for a long time, and suitability for use in high humidity conditions.

As for acrylate paints, they are largely similar to acrylic paints in composition—in particular, polyacrylates play a key role in film formation in both. The main difference is that acrylate paints use not only polyacrylates as such but also additional additives—copolymers, vinyl, styrene, or latex. (However, paints with latex are often classified into a separate category; see the relevant section for more details). It is believed that such a composition allows for high reliability and versatility, enabling the use of paints even in rooms with high humidity and regular temperature fluctuations (such as kitchens or bathrooms). However, in practice, everything, of course, depends significantly on the specific brand of paint; and such compositions may cost somewhat more than acrylic ones.