12 best quick-drying paints

It is difficult to imagine construction or repair work without the use of paints and varnishes. Lately, quick-drying paints are becoming increasingly popular. They allow you to speed up the painting of walls, ceilings, facades and other structures, which is especially important when applying a multilayer coating. However, in pursuit of drying speed, you should not forget about some important parameters of construction paint. With the help of experts, we will designate the main criteria for choosing a quick-drying paint.

How to choose a quick-drying paint

Purpose Begin the search for quick-drying paint with the destination.

1. Materials for internal use does not have high resistance to UV or temperature extremes. But they have a beautiful appearance and do not emit harmful compounds either during application or during operation.
2. Exterior paint is required for weatherproof paint. The coating must withstand solar activity, the test of rain, snow and hail.

Varieties. The following types of paints demonstrate a rather high drying rate.

1. Aqueous emulsion paint is used to paint walls and ceilings. It is created on the basis of the most environmentally friendly solvent (water). It dissolves polymers and pigments, if desired, the consumer can change the color by adding color scheme. The water emulsion is sold at the lowest prices.
2. Acrylic paint has proven itself in high humidity conditions. This quality allows you to use the material for finishing baths, showers, exterior walls, etc. In addition, acrylic is resistant to mechanical damage. To obtain a saturated color will have to apply several layers of paint.
3. Decorative quick-drying paints are distinguished not only by their rich colors, but also by their special texture. The consumer can create an imitation of velvet or stone, without applying plaster. Such paints practically do not fade in the sun, and the coating is resistant to abrasion.

Environmental friendliness. More and more manufacturers are paying attention to the quality of paints and varnishes as environmental friendliness. To make the paint safe for humans, organic solvents are not added. Such material does not have a persistent specific smell, which is especially important when finishing the interior.

Hiding power. Developers have a lot of secrets to make an attractive price for paint. Users respond to a tasty price tag, forgetting about hiding. If the coating fails to be uniform and uniform after 2-3 layers of paint, the material consumption increases and financial costs increase. Really find out about the hiding power of paint can only be on the construction forums.

Features of application. Many domestic property owners are trying to save money by applying paint themselves.However, it does not always work out beautiful coverage. The fact is that each paintwork material has its own characteristics of application. Some products must be diluted, while others must be applied in a viscous form. If in some cases a brush and a construction roller are suitable, then in some situations it is better to use the spray method.

We selected a review of the 12 best quick-drying paints. All of them are implemented in the Russian trade network. In compiling the rating, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic consumers were taken into account.

Rating the best quick-drying paints

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Best quick-drying interior paints	1	TIKKURILA Betolux Akva	1 241 ₽
	2	Caparol malerit	580 ₽
	3	Saicos bel air	3 330 ₽
	4	Johnstones Covaplus Vinyl Matt	1 100 ₽
	5	Dufa aqua-heizkorperlack	518 ₽
	6	Belinka for interior walls and ceilings	950 ₽
	7	Enamel TEKS Profi	472 ₽
The best quick-drying exterior paints	1	Tikkurila Pika-Teho	1 197 ₽
	2	HUSKY SIBERIAN	473 ₽
	3	Aura Fasad Expo	480 ₽
	4	TEX Profi Moistureproof	170 ₽
	5	Paint & Paper Library Oil Eggshell	3 600 ₽

Best quick-drying interior paints

To give residents of a house or an apartment a minimum of inconvenience during repairs, preference should be given to quick-drying paints for interior work. Along with such parameters as hiding power and uniformity of application, it is important to pay attention to environmental friendliness. The experts selected several materials popular in Russia.

TIKKURILA Betolux Akva

Rating: 4.9

Finnish paint TIKKURILA Betolux Akva has predictably high quality. It is intended for painting stairs and floors inside buildings. The experts liked the beautiful smooth coating that forms after the drying of the paintwork material. The composition can be used on wooden, concrete or previously painted surfaces. Due to its resistance to moisture, the paint can be used not only in dry rooms, but also in bathrooms or shower rooms. In the manufacturer's catalog material is offered in 20 colors. The product becomes the winner of our rating.

The users really liked the ease of application, the lack of smell and the density of the coating. The only disadvantage consumers call a high price.

Caparol malerit

Rating: 4.8

Highly popular with professional finishers is German paint Caparol Malerit. Experts explain this fact by convenient application with a brush, roller or spray gun. Even with single-layer coating, a uniform saturated color is obtained. In this case, the manufacturer indicated the actual consumption of material (140-150 ml per 1 sq. M), which allows you to accurately calculate the need for a room, apartment or house. The composition contains biocidal additives that prevent the appearance of mold and fungus. The product is environmentally friendly, it does not emit harmful compounds either during application or during operation. Paint becomes a silver medalist of our rating.

Forum users often compare Caparol and TIKKURILA. These are two worthy products with about the same price.

Saicos bel air

Rating: 4.7

All the advantages of the "breathable" coating has the German paint Saicos Bel Air. It can be used not only for internal but also external work. The product is based on natural vegetable oils, which makes the operation of the material safe and environmentally friendly. Experts note the possibility of mixing colors with different shades or from different batches. The composition has the most beneficial effect on wood, penetrating deeply into its structure. A uniform silky surface with an attractive gloss is formed after 3-5 hours. For high resistance to moisture, the product ranks third in our rating.

Consumers appreciated the properties of paint Saicos Bel Air.The deterrent to buying is the high price.

Johnstones Covaplus Vinyl Matt

Rating: 4.6

A matt finish forms when applying Johnstones Covaplus Vinyl Matt water-based paint. Getting into the rating of the product provided high wear resistance and decorative effect. Over time, the coating does not fade, it is not prone to yellowing. The material is uniformly applied to the surface, hiding small irregularities. The paint is suitable for decorating concrete, brick, drywall and plaster bases. Since the emulsion does not dry very quickly, the second layer has to be applied only the next day.

Master finishers note one unpleasant feature of the material. On the dazzling white surface, the slightest flaws are visible. Therefore, only professionals can cope with painting the ceiling.

Dufa aqua-heizkorperlack

Rating: 4.5

Resistant to high temperature has a paint coating based on the German composition Dufa Aqua-Heizkorperlack. This material quality is especially important when finishing radiators. In addition to metal elements, wooden and mineral bases are subject to staining. The advantages of the product experts include maintaining the whiteness of the coating for many years. In addition, the paint does not emit toxic compounds, has good hiding power. The material deservedly occupies a high place in our rating.

Domestic users praise paint for ease of use, whether it be a brush, roller or spray gun. The disadvantages include the need to apply on a warm base, otherwise rust appears on the radiators.

Belinka for interior walls and ceilings

Rating: 4.4

To make the walls and ceiling white, you can use paint Belinka. Experts included the material in the TOP-6 of our rating for high coverage, excellent vapor permeability and ease of application. The product is intended for decoration of surfaces such as plaster, wallpaper made of fiberglass (or on a paper base with corrugation), fiber cement boards. For high-quality application it is recommended to use a roller or brush with synthetic bristles. The paint is absolutely safe for people, both during dyeing and during further use of the coating.

Users flatteringly express themselves about the chic appearance, good covering ability even when applying 1 layer. But the purchase of paint can not in all stores in Russia.

Enamel TEKS Profi

Rating: 4.3

Enamel TEKS Profi stands out from competitors low price. But not only for this material got into our rating. Experts appreciated the good hiding power of enamel. It is designed for coloring different bases, from wood to metal. The service life of the coating reaches 8 years. The Russian manufacturer offers three modifications of paint: glossy, semi-gloss and matte. To give the enamel the desired color suitable standard colors. Praise deserves the durability and resistance to moisture, which allows you to apply the product not only inside houses but also outside.

Russian painters from the pros note an affordable price, versatility and good hiding. The disadvantages include the unpleasant smell of white spirit and the long drying of one layer (1 day).

The best quick-drying exterior paints

At registration of facades, fences, arbors and other street structures, quick-drying paints are used for outdoor works. They must be resistant to any weathering. Specialists highly appreciated the abilities of the following products.

Tikkurila Pika-Teho

Rating: 4.9

There is an excellent paint for exterior works in the catalog of a famous Finnish manufacturer of paints and varnishes. This is Tikkurila Pika-Teho, a quick-drying acrylic enamel. It is ideal for decoration of wooden structures located on the street. Experts highly appreciated the uniformity of application, the absence of drips, as well as quick drying (from 2 to 4 hours). The material is suitable for decoration of fresh wood or bases with an old coating. One of 120 colors from the Wooden facades collection can be given a matte finish. The product ranks first in our ranking.

Professional builders praise the paint for the lack of odor, good hiding power, ease of cleaning tools and clothing. Apply the material at a temperature not lower than + 5 ° C.

HUSKY SIBERIAN

Rating: 4.8

Antiseptic HUSKY SIBERIAN has a deep penetration into the wood. The composition is resistant to ultraviolet radiation and biodegradation, which allows you to reliably protect wooden structures from the outside for 5 years. Experts liked the very good adhesion of the product. After drying, a beautiful matte or semi-gloss coating is formed. Paint can be applied with a brush, roller or spray method. The winner of the rating of Russian development is second only to the duration of drying. The next layer is recommended to be applied only in a day.

Users on construction forums note the ease of application without streaks and streaks, reliable protection of soft woods (pine and spruce). At the same time the paint is sold at affordable prices.

Aura Fasad Expo

Rating: 4.7

For complex construction works, Aura Fasad Expo facade paint will be optimally suited. Finishing is recommended to expose the facades of buildings and interior with a high level of humidity. Experts note the ease of rolling out the material, the absence of spatter during operation. After drying, a vapor-permeable coating is formed with a high resistance to weathering. It contains no volatile organic compounds, which makes the material safe and environmentally friendly. Paint becomes the bronze prize-winner of our rating for high adhesion and good covering ability.

Users like tinting paint on the Eskarocolor system, resulting in bright and pastel colors. The second layer can be applied after 2 hours. But a film quickly forms on the surface in a bucket.

TEX Profi Moistureproof

Rating: 4.6

The TEX Profi Moisture resistant latex paint has unique performance properties. It is used to finish walls and ceilings inside and outside buildings. The coating is highly resistant to condensate, steam and precipitation. Experts included the product in our rating at an affordable price and environmental friendliness. The solvent used is plain water. If you add 10-15% of water, then the paint can be used as a primer.

Craftsmen finishers praise the material for low price, fast drying and no smell. The coating is well washed by household products. As for the shortcomings, the main one is the poor hiding power. To paint over the old coating, you have to apply up to 4 layers. Accordingly, the paint consumption increases.

Paint & Paper Library Oil Eggshell

Rating: 4.5

Paint & Paper Library Oil Eggshell paint forms a very durable coating. Despite the viscous consistency, the material is easily rolled out, covering the surface with one layer. Experts are surprised by the lack of smell, which speaks of the environmental friendliness of acrylic emulsion. After drying, the effect of the “egg-shell” is obtained, and the word Eggshell is translated in this way. The material is one of the best options for painting plasterboard structures. It is possible to use paint both inside and outside buildings, since it has a water-repellent effect.

A cosmic price has prevented a higher position from quality English product. And the next layer can be applied only after 16 hours. Otherwise, users have no complaints about the material.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.