Bathroom Paint

The easiest way to alter the look of a bathroom is with the addition of paint.

It can provide a wonderful facelift for a room at little expense. You can use decorative paint finishes or a traditional paint finish.

Generally most people's bathrooms are small, therefore the colors that are selected for bathrooms are most frequently very light and airy, often soft pastels or natural neutrals, this allows the space to seem large as the light reflects making the room brighter.

If dark colors are used it encloses the space as much of the light is absorbed.

White is probably the most common color used, but it does provide a great base for adding accents, be it accessories ie towels, soaps etc or borders and stencilled friezes etc.

To follow are links to more detailed information about paint and how it is made up, uses and applications.

Soft subtle cool colors work well here.

Soft subtle cool colors work well here.

Paint

What is paint? It is a fine coating which is applied to a surface in liquid form which then dries to provide a flexible solid form protective surface from weathering, dirt and dust, water and sunlight. It provides an easily cleanable surface and it is a fabulous way to provide aesthetics to a room through color. It comes in many forms and each offers different functions.

Pure Oil and Oil Based Paints and Varnishes

Water Thinned Coatings

These include Emulsion Paints, and Latex Paints. Read more on Water Thinned Coatings

Breakdowns or Defects in Surfaces and Coating Systems

Find out how to prevent defects and recognise problems withexisting painted surfaces. Read more Coating System Defects

Paint Systems

A paint system is a series of coats of paint, in which each coat performs a specific function. The standard paint system consists of a primer, undercoat(s), and finishing coat(s). Read more on Paint Systems