The kitchen, along with the bathroom, is undoubtedly the two rooms in the house that require special treatment due to the environment specific to this type of room.
The humidity in these types of rooms is the main reason why choosing a washable paint is essential to ensure good durability, but above all to facilitate the maintenance of the room in the medium/long term. Choosing a paint that is compatible with this type of room but also washable.
Through this guide, we will give you the elements to choose technical and decorative advice to choose the right paint for your kitchen.
What is washable paint?
Paints have several characteristics that are specific to them: ecological, dedicated to woodwork, or even acrylic, which means that they do not all have the same properties.
Washable paint (not to be confused with washable paint) guarantees the action of washing and therefore cleaning your walls without worrying about potential deterioration of the paint in your kitchen, as well as its appearance. This feature is also highly sought after in a bathroom.
It is a type of paint that is particularly recognized for its usefulness in rooms such as the kitchen, due to its resistance to stains and more particularly to cleaning which will not risk damaging the paint coating.
The kitchen, along with the bathroom, is a room where there is a lot of activity, and for this reason, using washable paint will be effective in combating stains or possible splashes.
A washable paint is made up of specific compounds that will give the paint a protective layer that makes it easier to clean, preventing liquids from penetrating the paint with strong abrasion, allowing regular cleaning to be offered.
According to everyone's opinion, compared to traditional paint, washable paint will offer great resistance to cleaning over time.
Washable paint generally has a satin finish: it is the most resistant to humidity and is the most washable for your work.
A washable paint is often satin
Of all the products on the market, paint is a semi-finished product that is full of characteristics and the washable aspect is very often linked to a satin finish.
Its finish, as well as its ability to provide a smooth and protective coating, is the great advantage of favoring the application of satin. For damp rooms, washable paint is a product that is recommended for all surfaces: woodwork, wooden furniture, walls, and even ceilings.
Why do you need washable paint in a kitchen?
As mentioned in previous guides, choosing a paint for a kitchen is not just a matter of opinion or price: given the constraints that exist within the kitchen, choosing a washable satin paint for kitchen walls is a real necessity.
Humidity, splashes, grease and condensation are all hazards that will force the choice of a satin finish paint.
If you want to apply a color to the kitchen, know that using a washable satin paint will allow you to calmly approach the aging of your paint: it will not discolor when in contact with heat and humidity.
Another important piece of information is that any surface that can be painted must be painted with washable paint: whether it is the ceiling, a wall, furniture or radiators.
A key feature in a kitchen
The kitchen, like the bathroom, is a room where conditions are not the easiest: humidity, heat, splashes, and water projections will be frequent. The frequent cleaning that the use of the room may require can cost premature wear of the paint.
In our opinion, choosing a washable paint in a kitchen is the number 1 criterion: in fact, the paint will not present any risks linked to its premature use if you clean the paint with a cloth lightly soaked in soapy water.
Of course, washable paint isn't a miracle product. So, to get the most out of washable paint, we recommend you properly prepare your wall surfaces before painting.
Prepare your walls before painting
This is especially important in a kitchen because of its intended use. Preparing the walls and all surfaces is essential in kitchens.
The first step is to clean your walls with water and a microfiber cloth. Don't hesitate to add a little soap for particularly exposed areas.
This is an essential step if you want your washable paint to adhere properly to the surface. Then, inspect for any holes, cracks, and other imperfections, and fill any holes if necessary and smooth the surface.
Finally, don't forget to apply a layer of primer to the surface if you want to optimize the performance of the paint's washable aspect.
Our customers asked us these questions:
How to maintain washable paint in your kitchen?
This is one of the reasons why paint washability is so important: it's a paint that will be much easier to maintain, especially in a kitchen. Its resistance to daily activity means it won't deteriorate easily.
To clean your walls, a soapy water solution is sufficient, all with a slightly damp cloth.
How much does washable paint cost?
The washability of a paint is a criterion of a paint, which can justify that this type of paint is a little more expensive to purchase than a classic paint. Some ranges will even offer a specially washable paint which will result in a higher price per liter.
Don't worry, though, Algo paint is multi-surface and washable, regardless of the finish. While the price may vary depending on the shade or finish, the price per liter of our paint remains quite affordable!
Another aspect to take into account: the yield per liter of your paint, the higher price will therefore be justified if the yield is significantly higher.
Good news: Algo eco-friendly paint has a coverage of 12m2 per liter, with Verified Reviews ratings of 4.7/5!
What is the most commonly used washable color in a kitchen?
There are no color differences between a washable paint and a non-washable paint. The only potential difference lies in the rendering, which may differ. Here are the characteristics of the pure white color, which is a washable paint usable in a kitchen: it is a tonic white, and incidentally the whitest in our range, it will give you a feeling of space in your room if your kitchen is too small. Another advantage of pure white is that it keeps a timeless kitchen. White is the most used color, and with the washable aspect, no more worries about the possible fear of stains being more visible.
For more details on key colors you can use for your kitchen renovation, check out our guide to trending colors in a kitchen.
