For interior and exterior finishing work, such a wonderful material as a wooden lining is often used. The wood option has a number of useful qualities. So, first of all, wood paneling of good quality, correctly assembled and treated with appropriate protective equipment, is a good heat and sound insulating material. In addition, the tree is known for its excellent decorative qualities, therefore, decorating the interior of the house, you can visually expand the room, create an atmosphere of comfort, as well as bring a rustic touch to the decoration of the room.
Wooden cladding in the country is especially good. In addition, this finishing material is simply indispensable in the bath. Lining can be used for decorating balconies, loggias, rooms and many other rooms and structures. As for outdoor work, then, as a rule, wooden cladding is used to decorate the walls of houses.
Features of work and operation
It should be noted that the material has all the qualities inherent in wood. In other words, it is a material that needs to be treated with protective compounds that protect the tree from the influence of the following factors:
- excessive moisture, sunlight;
- fungi and pests;
- fire, chemicals;
- mechanical factors (friction, etc.);
- various kinds of pollution.
For example, if a loggia or a balcony, an attic in the country is finished from the inside, then the wood material is usually exposed to ultraviolet radiation, seasonal humidity, mold, etc. In the bathhouse, the skin experiences temperature fluctuations, moisture and other negative factors. If the hallway is decorated with wood, the material may lose its appearance due to mechanical friction, pollution, etc.
Protective equipment
Special means are used to protect the wooden surface from the effects of various physical and chemical factors, some of which are applied even before the installation of the lining.
In particular, this applies to antiseptics. It is antiseptic compounds that protect wood from pests and mold. By the way, some European manufacturers sell wooden cladding that has already been treated with an antiseptic, as evidenced by the corresponding labeling.
As for flame retardants, they increase the fire resistance of the material. But for protection from the sun, moisture, friction and chemicals, varnishes and paints can be used. It should be noted that before painting the lining inside the house, it must be treated with a primer, then an antiseptic, and then with paints and varnishes. It is this sequence of processing that guarantees the durability and aesthetic appearance of the finishing material throughout the entire life cycle. If the bathhouse in the country house is finished with lining, then in addition to the antiseptic, you can not do without a flame retardant.
How to paint the lining inside the house? Painting the lining, which is used to decorate the interior walls of the premises, is carried out with paints and varnishes, which are intended for wood processing and interior work. The advantage of lining at this stage is that the surface of this material is polished and does not require additional leveling before painting. Of course, this applies to the new lining, but in order to update the old painted surface, it is necessary to carry out preliminary preparation - cleaning the surface.
Which varnish to choose
As noted earlier, before installation, the entire surface of the new lining must be treated with a primer, antiseptic and dried for at least 2 days. After that, the boards are mounted and varnished or covered with paint. Since the lining has a beautiful appearance, it is better not to radically change the color of the finishing material. You can simply coat the tree with varnish - and it will shine, creating an atmosphere of warmth and lightness.
It should be noted that painting the lining inside the house is carried out using the following types of varnish:
- alkyd;
- acrylate;
- water based;
- polyurethane.
With the help of varnishes you can get a glossy or silky surface without shine. In addition, varnishes may contain coloring pigments. Dilute varnishes with appropriate solvents (water, white spirit, xylene, ether, alcohol, etc.).
Alkyd varnishes and varnishes based on polyurethane are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, as they have good protective properties.
Acrylate varnishes are used for interior applications. They preserve the natural color of the tree and protect against sunlight. Alkyd varnishes are moisture resistant. They make the tree resistant to chips and cracks. The main disadvantage of alkyd varnishes is a pungent odor and a long drying time.
When applying polyurethane varnishes, a coating is created that is resistant to moisture, ultraviolet rays, and chemicals. A significant drawback is the high price.
Painting a new wooden lining
On what basis is it best to choose lacquers for lining? Water-based varnishes are best suited for painting lining. Such materials are environmentally friendly, odorless and dry quickly. However, water-based varnishes are best used only for interior use. Their main advantage is ease of use, harmlessness and reasonable cost.
To varnish a new lining inside the house, it is necessary, after applying a primer, antiseptic composition, drying and installation, to paint the lining with the selected varnish using a spray gun or brush in 3-4 layers. Correctly apply the next coat of varnish only after the previous one has completely dried.
In addition to varnishes, for painting the lining indoors, you can use the following types of paints for woodwork:
- water emulsion;
- pentaphthalic enamels;
- enamels on chlorosulfonated polyethylene;
- urethane-alkyd enamels.
Paint for water-based lining (emulsion) can create matte and semi-matte coatings. Such paints are used for internal work and are not washed off by water. However, they should not be used in rooms with high humidity. For rooms with high humidity, it is better to treat the lining with organosilicate materials that create a shiny smooth surface.
As for various kinds of enamels, they usually contain coloring pigments, change the natural color of the tree and are suitable for repainting lining. Enamel paint for lining is resistant to water and detergents.
In addition to traditional varnishes and paints, you can also paint the tree with natural dyes - stains, stains, and wax-based paints.
Which varnish or paint to choose for coloring? The choice depends on the operating conditions of the material and the requirements for the paintwork. The right paint material is a guarantee of the durability and aesthetic appearance of the wood paneling.
Painting old coating
If the previously painted surface has a coating with defects and impurities, then in this case, it is better to degrease the surface with a solvent. Then you can paint the material in two layers.