[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Tips on Choosing Paint Colours for Your New Home in Malaysia” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Nothing is more annoying than spending hours painting your property, and after the job is done, you take a step back and discover you don’t like how it looks.<\/p>\n
Or you feel the stress of choosing the right colour paint<\/a> for that specific area in your home.<\/p>\n Moreover, fixing a bad paint decision will cost money, more time, and extra hassle.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Here are some tips to help you choose the perfect paint colours:<\/p>\n 1) Consider the Purpose of Each Room 2) Start with an Inspiration Piece 3) Use the Color Wheel 4) Stick to a Cohesive Palette 5) Consider Lighting 6) Sample Before Committing Or you can visit our dealers nearby<\/a> to check out the paint colours from MCI Paint.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”835″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]7) Take Note of Undertones 8) Consider the Flow 9) Factor in the Size of the Room 10) Test Neutrals with Different Tones 11) Get Inspired Online<\/a> 12) Consider the Ceiling and Trim Above are the tips for you on choosing paint colours<\/a>. For the colours of your roof, there will be another article of tips for you here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Please find the nearest paint dealers to you with the link below [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Definition” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”A paint is a fluid which upon spreading over a surface (substrate) will dry into a continuous solid film.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_custom_heading text=”What is the difference between a Paint and Coating?” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”\u2022 In principal, both are the same but Paint is more of a conventional \/ layman term for decorative application. The essential and specific properties of paints may be classified as shown in Table 1 <\/em>below:-<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”338″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” css_animation=”none”][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Composition of Paint” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”Paint is composed of the following ingredients:” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Binders \/ Resins” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n This is the core of the paint. It forms the continuous layer of film and binds all pigments and other materials together in position. Binders are mainly responsible for the physical properties of the paint (e.g. appearance, adhesion, resistance). Examples of Binders \/ Resins: Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA), Alkyd, Phenolic, Acrylic, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Silicone & etc.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Pigments” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Pigments are fine powder or flakes derived from organic (hydrocarbon) and inorganic (mineral ores) source and vary from 0.2 to 20 microns in size. Pigments are further categorised as below:-” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]True Pigments <\/span><\/strong>impart colours into the paint and have varying degree of hiding power. Examples of True Pigments: Titanium Dioxide, Red Oxide, Carbon Black & etc.<\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n Extender Pigments<\/span><\/strong> have little or no opacity when mixed into paints. Their purpose is to impart body, assist in keeping opaque pigments in suspension, harden film and reduce costs. Examples of Extender Pigments: Calcium Carbonate, Talc, Baryte, Clay & etc.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Rust-inhibiting Pigments <\/span><\/strong>assist in chemical resistance, rust inhibition, and increases durability. Examples of Rust-inhibiting Pigments: Red Oxide, Zinc Chromate, Zinc Phosphate, Glass Flakes & etc.<\/em><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Additives” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n These are remarkable ingredients which when added, normally in small dosage, have a profound influence on the physical and chemical properties of paint. They assist in easy processing of the paint, preventing possible defects during application, ensuring durability of paint and storage, stability & etc. Examples of Additives: Anti-Settling Agent, Anti-Skinning Agent, Anti-Foaming Agent, Anti-Fungus Agent, Flow and levelling & etc.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Solvents” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n These refer generally to any liquid that can dilute the paint. Such liquids help in the fluidity of paint and adjust viscosity to facilitate processing and application. They evaporate during the drying of paint to leave a solid film. Excessive thinning reduces gloss and density of the paint film. Examples of Solvents: Water, Organic Solvents such as Toluene, Ketone, Xylene, Turpentine & etc.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”485″ img_size=”large” style=”vc_box_shadow” onclick=”img_link_large” img_link_target=”_blank”][vc_column_text]Binder\/Resin: One of the main components of Paint<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”486″ img_size=”large” style=”vc_box_shadow” onclick=”img_link_large” img_link_target=”_blank”][vc_column_text]True Pigments incorporated into Paints<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”487″ img_size=”large” style=”vc_box_shadow” onclick=”img_link_large” img_link_target=”_blank”][vc_column_text]Extender Pigments<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”488″ img_size=”large” style=”vc_box_shadow” onclick=”img_link_large” img_link_target=”_blank”][vc_column_text]Additives added in small dosage into Paints<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Classification of Paint” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Generally, paints may be classified into the following types as in Table 2.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”343″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” css_animation=”none”][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n It is traditional to classify paints simply into either Emulsion or Enamel.<\/p>\n Emulsion paint is accepted as a water-based system that is dilutable with water, giving matt finish and commonly used for concrete and masonry surfaces. Enamel paint on the other hand is accepted as a solvent-based system that cab be diluted with solvent such as turpentine etc, giving a hard, gloss finish and normally used for wood and metal surfaces.<\/p>\n This method of paint classification has become out of date and unsuitable. Technological breakthrough within the paint industry have since created non solvent-based Enamel paints which are dilutable with water. Likewise, Emulsion paints with smooth, glossy enamel-like finish were also introduced into the market.<\/p>\n The traditional perception of Enamel paint as paint giving hard and glossy finish has now a misconception. There are many types of solvent-based paints like Acrylic, Polyurethane and Epoxy which all have similar gloss finish. These paints are made from different types of Binders and have different applications. Enamel normally refers only to the binder family Alkyd Resin which is generally used for wood and metal surfaces (Table 2A)<\/em>. Paints made of Polyurethane and Epoxy resins on the other hand can be used not only for wood and metal substrates, but also can be applied to masonry surfaces.<\/p>\n In view of such application versatility and appearance similarity of the new paints, it is imperative that the Binder \/ Resin component of the paint should be used for identification, e.g. Acrylic Emulsion, Alkyd Resin Enamel etc. As such, Table 2A<\/em> sets out to classify paints by the Binder \/ Resin family, the solvent used and the general characteristics and properties of these paints.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”116″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_border” css_animation=”none”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Tips on Choosing Paint Colours for Your New Home in Malaysia” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Nothing is more annoying than spending hours painting your property, and after the job is done, you take a step back and discover you don’t like how it looks. 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\nConsider how you’ll use each space in your property and the atmosphere that you want to create. For example the bedroom, you might want calm & soothing colours and vibrant & energetic colours for the living area.<\/p>\n
\nUse a piece of furniture, artwork, or a carpet that you love as the starting point for your colour scheme. Draw colour inspiration from that piece to help guide your choices of colours with our Colours Inifinity<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nFamiliarize yourself with the colour wheel to understand how colours relate to each other. Complementary colours (opposite each other on the wheel) create vibrant contrast, while analogous colours (next to each other) provide a more harmonious and subtle look.<\/p>\n
\nChoose a colour palette with a few dominant colours and a few accent colours that work well together. This will create a cohesive flow throughout your home.<\/p>\n
\nThe lighting can greatly influence the appearance of the paint colours in your home. To know how the paint colours seem throughout the day & night, test them in various lighting conditions (natural light, artificial light, and at night).<\/p>\n
\nWe recommend you always test paint colours before committing to the final decision. Get the sample paint cans or large swatches and apply them to the walls you want to paint. Spend a few days around to see how you feel about them.<\/p>\n
\nPay attention to the undertones of the colors you choose. Some colors may have warm (yellow, red) or cool (blue, green) undertones, which can affect the overall feel of the room.<\/p>\n
\nThink about how the colors in adjacent rooms will work together. You want a smooth transition from one room to another without jarring contrasts.<\/p>\n
\nDarker colours can produce a cosy and intimate atmosphere, whereas lighter colours tend to make a space appear more spacious. When choosing paint colours for a space, please consider the size of it.<\/p>\n
\nNeutrals are popular for a reason, but they can still have variations in tone. Try warm, cool, or greige (gray-beige) neutrals to find the one that best suits your style.<\/p>\n
\nYou can get some inspiration from online platforms like Pinterest and those home decorating or interior websites. Save the images that you like into your mobile phone and computer, and use them as your preferred colour schemes.<\/p>\n
\nLast but not least, we have to consider the ceiling and trim. White is the standard option, but you can try other shades that complement the wall colours.<\/p>\n
\nAlways keep in mind that the right paint colours can completely change the look and feel of your house.<\/p>\n
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\n\u2022 Whereas, the term Coating is usually used by engineers \/ consultants as more sophisticated paint for heavy duty, marine and industrial application, such as factories, refineries, oil and gas & etc.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”General Functions of Paint” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”When applied over substrates, paint will serve one or more of the following functions depending on its type” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”52px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Decorative Function” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Paints decorate by its colours, textures, finishes and its different levels of gloss.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Protective Function” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Different paints offer protection to different types of substrates; depending on formulation, paints can protect against high humidity, chemical, oil, corrosion, algae, abrasion & etc.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Special Function” font_container=”tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23dd9933″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_custom_heading text=”Paints can also be formulated for specific uses such as luminous paints for signs. Other types of paint formulated are Fire-Retardant paints, Anti-Condensation paints, Anti-Static paints, Cathodic Electro-Deposition (CED) paints & etc.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%230a0101″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_single_image image=”199″ img_size=”300×225″ add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_border”][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_single_image image=”278″ img_size=”300×225″ add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_border”][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_single_image image=”295″ img_size=”300×225″ add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_border”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_custom_heading text=”Properties of Paint” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%233abca2″ google_fonts=”font_family:Arvo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n