Painting On Ceramic Tiles

Feb 8th, 2009 Posted in Interior Design, Painting | no comment »

The environments where they protect the walls and floors with ceramic tiles or as bathrooms or kitchens, can be painted with special paints to reschedule some of the color or decorative form.

Type of paint used
Since this is a very smooth surface, with virtually no porosity in which to take the new paint is applied to the product must be specially formulated for this kind of materials.

* Two component epoxy paint was prepared at the time of application, since the liquid form of paint can last a few hours to 2 days, after this time the painting may not be used.
* Synthetic Enamel ceramic surfaces: Lately this is the material that many brands are produced especially for this type of paint surfaces, is most recommended for such work.
* Synthetic Enamel finishing ceramics: These materials may or may not be suitable for work on ceramic surfaces. Its main feature is the ultra glossy finish that is washable and super material that can not, perfectly imitating the ceramic.

Surface Preparation
We are rid of the annoying task of sanding. And let us concentrate on the surface as clean as possible. Must be free of soap, grasitud, Verdin, mushrooms and anything else that may affect the adhesion of material to apply. To achieve this, a detergent can be used mainly in the kitchen, and then performs a wash with muriatic acid, or alcohol lavandin. The acid must be rinsed with water.

Paint Procedure
The application is simple and use a foam roller or compact soft fleece, to make a good finish, preferably a soft bristle brush so as not to leave scratches. Hands, as needed to cover, usually two.

       

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Important Things to Consider Before Buying New Carpets

Nov 12th, 2008 Posted in Home Accessories | no comment »

modern carpetYou have many choices in carpeting and you can have it just about any look that you want. It is best if you choose type of carpet that made from one type of fabric than a blend one. The most important when you are deciding to buy carpet is its density. With higher density, your carpets will looks better, wear better and feels better. This is because there are typical measurements that the carpet store will discuss.
As personal preferences people usually look at the fabric that your carpet is made from. Our choice for carpet is became develop since carpet is used widely. Now this carpet is stain resistant that often with Scotch Guard with Teflon woven into the fibers. This was specially made in order to reduce the buildup of static electricity so it wears well.

Because it’s naturally resist stains and fading, polyester is a nice choice for carpeting. With carpet that with scotch guard and Teflon will reduces the oil absorption. If you are looking for most economical carpet, Olefin is the option. Olefin doesn’t have much resilience and easily crush but this is would be the best option if you suffer from allergies or you have pet. This is also very suitable if you want to replace the carpet every few years.

It is important when you are buying carpet to measure the size accurately, its length and width. We may feel comfortable if we working with an experiences carpet installation service. You need to make your time to measure everything before buying. By choosing right carpet you will find your home interior with new and fresh look.

       

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