Technical characteristics of VD-AK enamel number 1179, how to choose and apply
Water-based paints are based on polyacrylates. They are used for interior and exterior decoration, as well as a component for creating paintings. Enamel has the designation VD and AK with the number 1179. This abbreviation is accepted for designation in Russia and the CIS countries. It indicates that the product belongs to a certain class and reports the paint index.
Characteristics of enamel VD-AK-1179
The abbreviation "VD" designates a class of water-dispersion paints and varnishes. "AK" belongs to the category of acrylic paints. The number assumes the numerical index of the product by which the painting can be found in the catalog.
VD-AK-1179 belongs to the category of technical enamels. The paint is produced by the VGT company. This is a Russian manufacturer whose plant is based in the territory of Yaroslavl. The factory has its own research laboratory, develops formulations and experiments with components. The VGT company takes part in the All-Russian exhibitions of paints and varnishes every year and wins honorary prizes.
Composition and properties
VD-AK-1179 is a universal acrylic enamel. It is designed for interior and exterior finishing work. The paint adheres well to wood, concrete or brick surfaces. Composition of the paint:
- organic solvents;
- colored pigments;
- acrylic resin.
Acrylic or thermoplastic resin is obtained by isolation from acrylic acids. Due to the presence of resin, the enamel composition is denser and stronger. That is why universal enamels are used for work in difficult areas. They are designed to cover surfaces exposed to various influences.
Scope
The VD-AK-1179 is designed for different types of work. The scope of application depends on the density of the selected composition, as well as the availability of the required shade.
| Where is applied | Features |
| For covering exterior walls of houses, gazebos, various buildings | Requires preparation of work area, does not require additional thinning |
| To cover radiators | The paint can withstand high temperatures, does not peel or crumble |
| In order to create frescoes and paintings inside | Can be used for interior decoration |
The glossy enamel can be easily tinted according to the customer's wishes.
Coating durability
VK enamel belongs to the 1st class of abrasion. This means it can withstand up to 200 cycles of damage.
Abrasion Class #1 assumes a washable finish that can withstand wet cleaning and won't damage rain or sleet. The coating is formed as a result of a single application. Double the volume double the durability.
Advantages and disadvantages
Universal Acrylic Enamel is an alternative to alkyd and oil coatings.Advantages of VK-AD:
- Finish stability.The composition does not crack, does not peel off in the rain, does not bubble when covering radiators.
- Bandwidth availability. The composition can be steamed. Due to this property, acrylic paint is ideal for coating wooden surfaces.
- Elasticity. It is a physical characteristic of a coating which implies a high hiding power. The product reacts correctly to changes in temperature or air humidity, but does not change its density. Due to the increased elasticity, the paint adheres well to the treated surface, requires low consumption and saves effort.
- Security. Acrylic paint does not form toxic fumes even when exposed to high temperatures. VK-AD enamel can be used for finishing the bedroom, children's room and kitchen.
- Drying. The enamel dries in 3-4 hours, does not create dense lumps when applying. All layers are completely dry after 24 hours.
- Color pigment. Enamel has a wide range of colors. This is due to the fact that on the basis of a universal or glossy white matte paint, you can create different shades by adding color schemes.
- Consumption. In comparison with oil or alkyd compositions, enamel acrylic is little consumed. The density of the composition makes it possible to apply a uniform layer, which provides high covering power.
Also, the advantages of universal type enamels include a long service life. One of the disadvantages of acrylic enamel is the risk of acquiring an inferior fake. The demand for acrylic paints is high, so scammers are actively working in the market, creating compositions on acrylic resin with the addition of highly toxic substances.A quality product VD-AK-1179 can cost no less than 120 rubles per 0.2 kilograms.
Varieties of enamel VD-AK-1179
VD-AK-1179 universal enamel forms a matte or glossy finish. The choice of paint type depends on individual preferences.
Bright
A uniform finish with a gloss of the coating up to 60 units is ensured by a single coat. It is recommended to apply Gloss on flat and extended surfaces. It gives a reflection under artificial light, this must be taken into account when planning a renovation.
Universal
White universal enamel is most often used for additional tint. At the same time, the paint marked "A" is tinted in soft pastel colors, the mark "B" means the use of bright colors.
Mast
The gloss of matte enamel is measured in 30 units. The halftone created on the surface absorbs the light. The paint is recommended for application on rough surfaces to hide small defects.
Fluorescent
Fluorescent glows when exposed to ultraviolet rays. This type of coating is used for unusual interiors or used to create a special zone. Working with fluorescent enamel is no different from conventional coating.
mother-of-pearl
A suitable pigment is used to create a pearlescent coating. Using this type of product, baguette, gypsum, ceramics are painted. Pearl enamel can have different shades: from golden to silvery beige. A shade called "chameleon" looks particularly advantageous on surfaces.
semi-gloss
The semi-gloss lends itself to dyeing. It gives a glare of the order of 40 to 50 units. It is an intermediate option between matte and glossy finishes.
Selection recommendations
Professionals recommend choosing products based on the properties of the coating. For example, for painting wooden panels, it is better to purchase a universal acrylic enamel.
To make your floors look nice and shiny, you need to choose a gloss or semi-gloss in an appropriate shade. Interior walls are often painted with enamels with the addition of color.
App Features
VD-AK-1179 enamel belongs to the category of easy-to-apply universal paints and varnishes.The only condition for working with products is proper surface preparation. The additional durability of the coating and its aesthetic appearance depend on the cleaning step.
Surface preparation
The staining preparation process includes several sequential steps. First, the work area is cleaned of traces of old paint. Complete removal of residue will ensure high quality adhesion between material and surface. For cleaning use knives, spatulas, scrapers. These tools help remove small crumbs of old paint and prepare the surface for sanding.
Sandpaper is used to make the surface completely clean from traces of old paint and give it roughness. On a large area, sandpaper is replaced with a sander. Small pieces of paper are used where the machine does not work.
After sanding, the area should be cleaned with a damp cloth, then wait until the surface is completely dry. In addition to grinding, a surface priming method is used. It is used in cases where significant defects or damage are visible on the old surface.
Reference! The primer is selected taking into account the characteristics of the enamel. Any type of primer is suitable for VD-AK-1179.
Coloring
The staining process begins with the selection of a suitable device. It is best to use 2 methods: painting with a brush and painting with a spray bottle.
When working with gloss paint, it is recommended to follow the "three strike rule":
- First, the brush is dipped and applied with a smooth motion in the direction of the wood grain or from bottom to top.
- Then the brush is tilted at an angle of 30°. This technique smoothes the first coat of paint.
- The next stroke is the return of the brush to its original position.
Coloring in this way helps to avoid the application of individual strokes, which are especially noticeable on the gloss. When painting, be sure to use a paint tray. This device makes it possible to avoid the thickening of the base. Excess paint from the brush is shaken off into the palette so that bumps and seams do not show on the surface of the brush.
The last step
VD-AK-1179 is applied in one or two layers. Two layers provide full source overlap. The second coat is applied 10-15 minutes after the first coat has been completely applied. The adhesion between the first and the second layer is obtained by the difference in density. The third layer of enamel is applied in some cases when damaged or worn surfaces are painted. As a rule, to create a glossy, dense and elastic coating, it is enough to apply the paint 2 times.
Drying time
The material reaches complete drying in 3-4 hours after staining. In this case, several nuances should be taken into account:
- double coating dries longer than single;
- to dry the pearlescent pigment, add 30-50 minutes to the total number of hours;
- in order for the coating to dry faster, it is necessary to create optimal conditions for this.
The layer hardens in 60 minutes after application, reaches complete drying in a few hours, but technically it is not recognized as dry until 24 hours after painting.
Enamel paint dries well at air temperature from +20 to +23 degrees. At the same time, the air humidity should not exceed the limit of 75%. If the humidity is high, the indicators may change.
To speed up the drying of the coating, if necessary, use construction heat guns, which are directed at the painted surface, turned on and left for 20-25 minutes.
If painting work is carried out on exterior walls in sub-zero temperatures, each area is pre-treated with special primers that improve the adhesion of the enamel.
Consumption calculator for 1 square meter
When planning repairs, the calculation of paint and varnish material becomes an important condition.The consumption of enamel per square meter is considered a value equal to 0.18 kilograms of paint. Based on these indicators, they determine the approximate amount of material needed for the job.
Special calculators were invented for builders. They can be used online. In this case, the characteristics of the covering power of the enamel as well as the number of layers to be applied must be taken into account.
Attention! A stock equal to 2-3 liters is added to the resulting number. This material is enough to cover mistakes or adjust layers.
Paint Storage Terms and Conditions
VD-AK-1179 enamel is produced on the basis of polymers. It is usually packaged in 1 or 2.5 kilograms.In addition, there are special construction containers for production and storage, these are canisters with a total volume of 30 kilograms or tanks of 50 kilograms.
The maximum permitted shelf life without opening the container is 12 months. After the paint can is opened, it can be stored for no more than a month at temperatures from 0 to +30 degrees. When freezing the open jar, it should be borne in mind that the composition can withstand no more than five cycles of freezing or thawing and can be stored at a temperature not higher than -40 degrees.