Objective 4.04: RECOGNIZE wall coverings

Factors to Consider when Choosing Wall Coverings: Condition of the walls Cost involved Function of the room Look desired.

Paint Painting a room is the easiest and least expensive way to update a room or change its look.

TYPES OF PAINT

Alkyd paint is an oil-based, slow drying paint. Alkyd paint is durable and allows walls to be easily washed which makes it good in kitchens.

A solvent, such as mineral spirits, is used to clean paintbrushes when alkyd paint is used.

Latex paint is a water-based, quick- drying paint. Latex paint is easy to apply

Latex paint does not adhere to surfaces previously painted with alkyd paint.

Paint brushes used with latex paint are easily cleaned with soap and water.

Paints are available in various finishes: Glossy finishes are easier to clean Dull finishes are more formal.

How much paint do I need? Length + Length + Width + Width X Height / 350 = number of gallons needed (350 is the number of square feet 1 gallon of paint can cover) Room 14’ X 12’ with 8’ ceilings X 8 / 350 = 1.18 Need to purchase 2 gallons of paint.

Wallpaper

Decorative paper has been used to cover walls since the 16 th century in Europe.

Vinyl and vinyl-coated papers are the best-selling wallpapers today.

Wallpaper offers variety, covers most flaws in walls, but cannot be easily changed.

Current Trends in Wallpaper

How much wallpaper do I need? Length + Length + Width + Width X Height /35 = number or single rolls of wall paper needed (35 is the number of square feet a single roll of wallpaper can cover) Room 14’ X 12’ with 8’ ceilings X 8 / 35 = Need to purchase 12 single rolls of wallpaper