In the wall material industry, latex paint has always been popular among the general public because of the advantages of cheap single painting and simple construction, but because it contains formaldehyde, benzene and other harmful gases, so it will also have some adverse effects on the human body. As an emerging industry, diatomite, with its natural environmental protection, pollution-free, formaldehyde, rich modeling, three-dimensional sense of strong advantages quickly become a new favorite in the eyes of consumers. So, diatomite and latex paint which is good? What exactly should I choose when decorating? Let's look for the answer from the diatomaceous earth and latex paint in the various comparisons.
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One, than the price
Whether it is latex paint or diatomaceous earth, there will be a certain price difference because of the different brands, but if you look at the price of a single painting, the average price of latex paint is significantly lower than diatomaceous earth. However, nowadays people do not just look at the price of consumption, and to see the cost-effective, latex paint average life expectancy of 3-5 years, the average life expectancy of diatomaceous earth is 20 years. That is to say 20 years, the use of diatomaceous earth to do the wall only need to construct once, and the use of latex paint is at least need to construct 4-6 times, and this 4-6 times the cost of construction, has been much higher than the choice of diatomaceous earth cost. So from the price of a single construction, latex paint is cheaper, and if you consider than the cost-effective, or choose diatomaceous earth is more advantageous.
Two, than the function
Latex paint surface smooth, colorful, color can be casually blended, not only the construction is very convenient, and there is a layer of impermeable paint film on the surface, although it will adsorb dust, but dirty can be wiped with water, cleaning up is relatively easy. From the above points can be seen, latex paint in the function of the advantages can be summarized in two words: convenient.
Compared with latex paint, the most important function of diatomaceous earth, but also the biggest advantage, is that it can adsorb formaldehyde, purify the air. Latex paint contains formaldehyde, benzene, TVOC and other pollutants, painted on the wall will be slowly released. And diatomite not only does not contain a variety of toxic and harmful substances, but also through the internal rich microporous adsorption of formaldehyde and other harmful gases in the air, to achieve the purpose of purifying the air. With the diatomite technology research and development breakthroughs, now diatomite is also added to the decomposition of materials (the main components are: diatomite composite nano titanium dioxide, diatomite composite nano zinc oxide, Tomalin), can be adsorbed formaldehyde constantly decomposed into carbon dioxide and water, so as to achieve the effect of permanent decomposition of formaldehyde.
Relative to the characteristics of latex paint can be cleaned with water, although the diatomite can not be directly cleaned with water, but due to the diatomite belongs to the inorganic materials, do not electrostatic, does not absorb dust, so only need to use a chicken feather duster or dry towel gently wipe can complete the daily cleaning, also very convenient. And if the diatomite surface rubbed dirty, just use an eraser to gently wipe the stains can be removed, it can be said that in the ease of cleaning is not inferior to latex paint.
The color of diatomaceous earth is not as bright as latex paint, but the tone is more soft and natural, reflecting the light is not harsh, can protect the eyesight. And diatomite using natural inorganic pigments, will not fade due to light or time, you can let the wall for more than ten years as one day, keep the new look. In addition, diatomite also has the function of respiratory humidification, sound absorption and noise reduction, fire retardant, etc., which can make the room always keep the most suitable humidity and hinder the spread of noise. In the event of a fire, diatomite can prevent the rapid spread of fire, while not producing toxic fumes, to create opportunities for escape, thereby protecting the occupants of personal and property safety.
Throughout the above points can be seen, diatomaceous earth is more functional than latex paint, latex paint is more suitable for the pursuit of convenience and money-saving people, and for consumers who pay attention to the quality of life and the quality of life, the function of more comprehensive diatomaceous earth seems to be a more attractive choice.
Third, than the construction
Latex paint is not only fast construction, and the construction technology requirements are very low, in addition to the construction of the wall presented after the artistic effect of a more single, other aspects are more ideal.
And diatomite construction difficulty is higher, need to be professionally trained diatomite wall artist for manual construction, so relative to latex paint, the vast majority of the diatomite process of the duration of a long time, but the industry's well-known brands developed a "flat-coated" diatomite is very good to overcome the shortcomings of the diatomite, greatly reducing the difficulty of construction, shortening the construction time of diatomite. Diatomite construction difficulty, shorten the construction time, diatomite "compilation of operating instructions" is a strong guarantee of the quality of construction. And in the construction effect, due to the diatomite all made by craftsmen, can create a strong sense of texture, so in the modeling, style, presentation, are significantly better than latex paint, can fully highlight the owner's aesthetic and taste, very suitable for the pursuit of individuality of the modern home design.
Four, more than comfortable
Latex paint surface has a layer of impermeable airtight paint film, so latex paint is not afraid of water. But it is also due to the existence of the paint film, hindering the wall and the environment of the air exchange and moisture exchange, not only reduces the service life of the wall, but also allows the formation of the indoor "plastic shed" effect, reducing the comfort of the environment, such as rainy days, moldy walls condensation, summer indoor dry heat, have latex paint factors.
Diatomaceous earth interior is rich in microporous, air and moisture can come and go at will, so the wall life longer, and diatomaceous earth is also known as "will breathe wall". Compared with the non-breathable latex paint, diatomaceous earth can keep indoor humidity stable, strengthen the wall and the environment between the circulation of air and moisture, to create a more comfortable living space.
Five, look at the table
By comparison, in fact, the difference between latex paint and diatomaceous earth can be seen only through the following simple table. Whether it is latex paint is good, or diatomaceous earth is good, I believe that we already have their own choice in mind, I wish you a happy life in your favorite home, health and happiness!