6 best alkyd paints

Alkyd paints are made by cooking oils of vegetable origin. Tall, flaxseed, soybean and other oils are used as raw materials. The result is a resin, which is a binder in the enamel. Siccatives for drying time and organic acids are added to it. Paint of this type is more resistant to weathering and it is allowed to wash the surface painted with it. We present you the ranking of the best alkyd paints, compiled by our experts and consumer reviews. With it, it will turn out to understand the features of each position and choose the most suitable paint for specific tasks.

Top alkyd paint rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Best alkyd paints for EXTERNAL WORKS	1	Tikkurila Valtti Arctic	910 ₽
	2	Dulux domus	790 ₽
	3	Capadur UniversalLasur	825 ₽
BEST ALKYDA PAINTS for interior work	1	Tikkurila Empire	867 ₽
	2	Dulux master	665 ₽
	3	Teknos FUTURA AQUA 40	1 420 ₽

The best alkyd paint for exterior work

External elements of the house and other structures are exposed to precipitation, temperature exposure and ultraviolet rays. So that the surface retains the color and integrity of the paint layer for a long time, in the production of alkyd enamel I combine various oils that increase the elasticity of the substance. Here is a rating of products with increased resistance to thermal and mechanical stress.

Tikkurila Valtti Arctic

Rating: 4.9

The first place is occupied by a product from the Finnish brand. Alkyd paint consists of natural oils and is diluted with water. Designed for all types of surfaces, including all types of wood, metal and concrete. Consumers in the reviews note its unpretentiousness and the possibility of applying to previously painted objects or lesserovannye materials. But you can only paint with a brush. If the wood is freshly sawn (loose board, fences), then the alkyd paint is absorbed more and 1 liter is enough for 4 m². On the planed and log surface, the consumption will be 8-12 m² per liter. On tackiness, the substance dries out within 2-3 hours, but the second layer can be applied only after a day. The final hardness of the pigment layer is achieved after 2 days, so it is not recommended to walk on the surface during this period.

According to our experts, alkyd paint is worthy of a place in the rating due to its unusual brilliance. The name Arctic was taken due to a shining effect similar to frozen ice crystals or snowflakes. This is a noble type of coating, perfectly suitable for the facade of a cottage, decoration of a gable or garden arbor.

Dulux domus

Rating: 4.8

The second place was taken by alkyd paint from the German manufacturer. It consists half of alkyd resins and half of non-boiled oils. This makes it weatherproof and resilient.In terms of environmental friendliness, it even surpasses the leader of the rating, since it does not have an unpleasant smell. The substance is more versatile according to the method of painting - it is allowed to wield either with a brush or with a roller. Work with alkyd paint can be carried out on the street at a temperature of +5 degrees, which users like in reviews, because it expands the time limits for repairs in the spring and autumn seasons. For optimum effect, you need to clean the wood from dust and the previous paint, after which you need to primer and apply two layers.

Our experts included paint in the rating due to good dirt-repellent properties. The painted surface of the alkyd composition remains clean for a long time. Dust and drops of liquid stick to it less, so the product is great for painting wooden window frames on the street side.

Capadur UniversalLasur

Rating: 4.7

In the third place in the ranking is another product from the German manufacturer Caparol. Alkyd enamel consists of welded resins and solvent. It does not have a smell at all that most users like in reviews. The paint is designed for outdoor use for painting facades, fences, gates, gates, gazebos. The substance penetrates deep into the structure of the tree, but does not affect its size, so alkyd enamel is suitable for door frames and window openings. The manufacturer offers the product in containers of 750 ml, 2.5 and 5.0 liters, which is convenient for different volumes of painting. At a temperature of 20 degrees and a humidity of 60% drying takes 12 hours, reducing repair time.

Our experts liked the product variety of colors. According to the catalog there are 60 options where the buyer can choose brown, gray, sandy and even green with a blue scale. This expands the possibilities of using alkyd paint when finishing face elements and other street objects, in order not only to protect the wood from moisture, but also to create a diverse design.

The best alkyd paint for interior work

Paints with alkyd resin are also used indoors to protect wooden structures exposed to constant moisture. It can be walls and ceilings in the kitchen, bathroom, bathroom. Also, alkyd enamels paint heating radiators, window sills and other elements that carry a large temperature difference.

Tikkurila Empire

Rating: 4.9

The first place ranking in the category of paints for interior work also takes the Finnish product. For use inside the apartment or house designed thixotropic enamel, which has a high viscosity. The substance emits a faint odor and is diluted with a solvent. The manufacturer has introduced thickeners into its composition, which promotes the elasticity and viscosity of the product, so the paint does not leave stains even when applied to vertical surfaces. This property is like the masters and ordinary users in the reviews. If the brush is moistened with paint for a long time, the substance does not drip, which simplifies the subsequent cleaning.

We included the enamel in the rating because it is resistant to weak and medium solvents. Painted surfaces can be washed and even removed from them stains of fat, wine, blood. After drying the surface is not subject to denatured alcohol, turpentine, White spirit. Product is available in 900 ml, 2.7 and 9 l containers. There is a mini jar of 230 ml, which is convenient for painting small items, such as a table or a single radiator.

Dulux master

Rating: 4.8

The second place in the rating of paints for interior decoration was taken by German goods from Dulux. The enamel logo is painted doors, which immediately indicates the durability of the pigment substance. Many in the reviews like that alkyd paint is universal and applied to any base, so it can cover the concrete floor, metal racks of the stairs leading to the second floor, wooden panels and steps. Enamel is available in containers from 0.9 to 10 liters, where there are three more intermediate options. The texture is colorless and white compositions. The manufacturer promises that when painting the heating radiator, the decorative layer will withstand temperatures of 90 degrees and will not turn yellow.

According to our experts, alkyd paint has earned a place in the ranking as the most durable. After drying and hardening, it will withstand blows from falling objects and will not be scratched by the claws of domestic animals. It is best used for painting the floor, stairs, railings and furniture. Excellent decorative layer serves on window sills, slopes and doors.

Teknos FUTURA AQUA 40

Rating: 4.7

The third place in the rating category is reserved for the Finnish product from the brand Teknos. Semi-gloss alkyd paint is available in 900 ml capacities, as well as 2.7 and 9 liters. By the amount of emissions of harmful substances, the product belongs to the class M1, i.e. it is absolutely safe. Products with class M1 are considered suitable even for allergy sufferers and people with high sensitivity to chemicals - this characteristic is liked by consumers in reviews. The paint is diluted with water - this is directly indicated in its name, containing the word Aqua. The product is suitable for painting floors, railings, window and door frames, various furniture subject to increased wear (lockers in changing rooms, hangers, tables in public catering).

We added alkyd paint to the top list for the presence of urethane resins. When the substance is distributed over the surface, the isocyanate chemically reacts with moisture in the air, which turns the decorative layer into a durable plastic film. At the same time, the coating remains elastic and pliable for thermal linear expansion.

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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.