Varieties of varnish

Varnish – This is a film -forming solution of a mixture of pigment with a solvent. When drying, it forms a transparent protective film. There are varnishes of various types: oil varnishes. Used for interior decoration of premises. Wood, covered with such varnish, will completely retain their natural color and structure. The most environmentally friendly varnish. Alkyd varnishes. If you compare them with oil varnishes, then they are much more durable. The main application, where it is necessary to achieve a stronger opposition to mechanical effects. Such varnish is waterproof and has excellent adhesion to the surface.

Alkid-carbamide varnishes. Used to protect parquet floors, varnish furniture and other wooden surfaces. Polyacrylate varnishes. They create a thin glossy film on the surface. Used to process non -ferrous metals. Polyurethane varnishes. Used to cover structures made of wood and concrete surfaces. Polyurethane varnishes are very durable and moisture resistant, well opposed the temperature differences. Bitumen varnishes. Used for priming concrete surfaces and protection of metal surfaces. The main drawback is their short service life. Oilopolymer varnishes. This varnish group has high mechanical properties, and is neutral to the effects of chemicals. The cheapest varnishes, this explains their advantage.