10 best acrylic paints

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Acrylic paints are a popular finishing material today. They are used for painting interior and exterior surfaces, for finishing ceilings, walls, floors, facades and other bases. The popularity of acrylic paints is due to its versatility. They can be applied to concrete, wood, brick, foam blocks, plastered surfaces. In addition, acrylic is easy to work with, so a home craftsman can handle painting without any problems. To choose an acrylic paint for renovation work, you should heed the recommendations of our experts.

How to choose acrylic paint

Composition. Acrylic paints have many useful qualities that result from its composition.

1. The basis of the material is acrylic-based monomers, which retain additives and pigments well. Auxiliary monomers are added to the basic composition, the concentration of which reaches 10%.
2. Water or organic compounds are used as a solvent. When buying interior paint, you should opt for more sustainable water-based materials. Facade paints most often contain organic solvents.
3. The task of modifying additives is to improve hiding power, increase the drying rate, and make the coating more durable.
4. Pigments are responsible for color and hiding power. When choosing a facade paint, an important characteristic is the resistance of pigments to ultraviolet and moisture.

Types of acrylic paints. Depending on the purpose, acrylic paints can be divided into several groups.

1. It is customary to include all acrylic products for outdoor use as facade paints. With their help, it is possible to decorate the walls of houses, farm buildings, fences, as well as garden decor. After drying, the coating becomes resistant to moisture, you can wash the surfaces directly from the hose.
2. Interior paints and varnishes for interior work are called. They are allowed to be used not only in residential, but also in utility rooms, in factory workshops or unheated warehouses. The main thing is that the painted surface is not exposed to atmospheric precipitation and ultraviolet radiation. A distinctive feature of interior paints is environmental friendliness and safety for human health.
3. Special acrylic-based paints contain special components that make the coating resistant to biodegradation or high temperatures. Such materials are used in humid rooms, they are applied to the radiators of the heating system.

Application technology. To get a smooth and beautiful surface after staining, follow the application instructions.

1. Before painting, wood must be carefully sanded, and then dust removed from the surface.
2. Concrete, brick and stone substrates must be thoroughly cleaned.
3. Rust and stains are removed from the metal surface; organic degreasers are used for processing.
4. It is better to prime all surfaces before painting with the composition of the same manufacturer as the paint.

We have selected the 10 best acrylic paints for review. All of them are sold in the Russian trade network. When compiling the rating, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic consumers were taken into account.

Rating of the best acrylic paints

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Best acrylic floor paints	1	ESKARO Floor Aqua А	1266 RUB
	2	Tikkurila Betolux	RUB 790
	3	LACRA acrylic floor enamel	397 r
The best acrylic paints for walls and ceilings	1	TIKKURILA HARMONY	716 RUB
	2	Sikkens Alphatex SF	RUB 925
	3	Regal Select 547 Waterborne Interior Paint – Flat	RUB 2770
	4	Pufas GOLD STAR 45 acrylic	597 r
The best facade acrylic paints	1	Tikkurila Facade Silicon	423 r
	2	SYMPHONY EURO-Balance Facade	591 r
	3	Sikkens Alphacoat	1200 RUB

Best acrylic floor paints

When choosing acrylic paint for painting the floor, you should pay attention to such a parameter as wear resistance. Conventional detergents are used to clean the flooring, dust can be fought with a vacuum cleaner. The experts have chosen several high quality floor paints.

ESKARO Floor Aqua А

Rating: 4.9

The acrylic paint ESKARO Floor Aqua A finds wide application. It is intended for painting floors that are used in normal conditions of residential buildings. The material is suitable for concrete or wood substrates. Experts have appreciated the high quality of the product, it has passed ISO 9001 certification. For excellent hiding power, fast drying, odorless, abrasion resistance, the paint becomes the winner of our rating. The formed coating is easy to maintain with household detergents.

Domestic users are satisfied with Estonian paint. It adheres well to any surface, dries quickly and has a beautiful glossy shine. The disadvantages include only the high price.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness and safety;
• excellent covering ability;
• wear-resistant coating;
• fast drying.

disadvantages

• high price.

Tikkurila Betolux

Rating: 4.8

Finnish paint Tikkurila Betolux is made using innovative technologies. Thanks to constant research work, Finnish chemists have succeeded in developing new components that give the coating strength and resistance to aggressive effects. The enamel can be used for painting floors, both in residential premises and in production workshops, laboratories and warehouses. After drying, a film with a glossy shine forms, which retains its color for many years. The paint occupies the second line in our rating.

Users, like experts, have no complaints about the environmental friendliness and quality of the material. But the covering power of the product leaves much to be desired. Due to the need for multi-layer application, paint consumption increases.

Advantages

• beautiful appearance;
• resistance to mechanical stress;
• environmental friendliness;
• wide range of colors.

disadvantages

• high consumption;
• gets dirty quickly.

LACRA acrylic floor enamel

Rating: 4.7

Acrylic enamel LAKRA is of high quality. Water-borne paint is intended for painting floors indoors and outdoors. These can be concrete or wooden structures. The product dries quickly, forming a semi-matt film. The coating is resistant to abrasion and moisture. Experts note the high protective and decorative properties of the material. The combination of good hiding power and affordable price allowed the product to take the honorable third place in our rating.

Domestic consumers praise the paint for its versatility, affordable price, easy application. The material also has disadvantages. Due to fast drying, you have to rush to apply, not all users like the smell.

Advantages

• good hiding power;
• low price;
• wear resistance;
• universality of application.

disadvantages

• dries too quickly;
• Strong smell.

The best acrylic paints for walls and ceilings

When carrying out repair work on walls and ceilings, the most environmentally friendly water-based compounds are used. Among the main technical parameters, attention should be paid to hiding power and decorative effect. The specialists liked several acrylic paints.

TIKKURILA HARMONY

Rating: 4.8

Matt paint TIKKURILA HARMONY looks impressive on the wall or ceiling. She has a velvet overflow, making the interior individual and luxurious. Experts note the passionate desire to touch the surface. Moreover, the material is odorless, it does not emit harmful compounds. This paint can be used on concrete, brick, wood, plasterboard and putty surfaces. After drying, a moisture-resistant coating is obtained, it hides minor imperfections of the base. The product wins our rating due to the optimal price-quality ratio.

Russian property owners praise Finnish paint for its wide range of colors, odorlessness and ease of application. The uniform color and pleasant-to-touch finish are highly appreciated.

Advantages

• good covering ability;
• beautiful appearance;
• environmental friendliness;
• dries quickly.

disadvantages

• not found.

Sikkens Alphatex SF

Rating: 4.7

The matt finish is formed by Sikkens Alphatex SF acrylic paint after drying. It is designed for indoor walls and ceilings. The material fits well on concrete, brick, wood, plastered or wallpaper surfaces. Experts drew attention to the unique composition of the paint, it does not contain the usual solvent. If necessary, the product is diluted with plain water (up to 10%). The paint is very easy to apply; a brush, roller or spray gun can be used as a painting tool. The product ranks second in our rating, behind the winner only in price.

It is the cost of paint that is a stumbling block for Russians when choosing a finishing material. Users have no comments on the quality of the material and coverage.

Advantages

• beautiful appearance;
• universality of application;
• environmental friendliness;
• ease of application.

disadvantages

• high price.

Regal Select 547 Waterborne Interior Paint – Flat

Rating: 4.6

A premium finish is obtained using Regal Select 547 Waterborne Interior Paint – Flat acrylic paint. The product is very simple and convenient to work with, it has excellent coverage and no splashes. After drying, it forms an elegant matte finish. Experts praise the material for its excellent flowability and good leveling properties. In the process of application, stains and minor defects of the base are hidden. One formulation contains a primer and paint, which saves time. The product ranks third in the ranking.

Users note not only the ease of use of the paint, but also the resistance of the coating to fading. As for the disadvantages, this is a high price and the possibility of using it only at temperatures above + 10 ° C.

Advantages

• ease of use;
• excellent covering ability;
• no splashes;
• beautiful matte finish.

disadvantages

• high price;
• temperature limitation during application.

Pufas GOLD STAR 45 acrylic

Rating: 4.5

Acrylic paint Pufas GOLD STAR 45 possesses the highest degree of whiteness. It can be used not only indoors, but also when painting external surfaces. Thanks to the organization of production in Russia, the German manufacturer offers its product at low prices, which makes the paint attractive to potential buyers. The experts liked the resistance of the coating to moisture and mechanical stress. The composition can contain universal tinting pastes. The product gets into our rating for an affordable price.

Users in the reviews are flattering about the ease of application, the possibility of tinting, moisture resistance. Of the minuses, there is a long drying time, the appearance of stains when water gets on a freshly painted surface.

Advantages

• low price;
• ease of application;
• the possibility of tinting;
• good covering ability.

disadvantages

• dries for a long time;
• water stains appear.

The best facade acrylic paints

Facade paints are highly resistant to weathering. They can withstand exposure to sunlight and rainfall for many years. Experts have appreciated the qualities of several acrylic paints.

Tikkurila Facade Silicon

Rating: 4.9

Tikkurila Facade Silicon acrylic paint was created to decorate the facades of houses and offices. It can be applied to concrete or plastered surfaces, as well as to fiber cement slabs. The manufacturer promises a coating life of up to 12 years. Experts explain the durability of the material by the presence of silicone additives in the composition. Thanks to them, the surface becomes moisture-proof, but at the same time the facade is able to “breathe”. The paint also contains biocidal additives that prevent fungi, algae and mold from multiplying. For environmental friendliness and affordable price, the product becomes the winner of our rating.

Domestic consumers appreciated the reliable protection of the facade and basement from negative atmospheric influences, convenient packaging (4 options) and good hiding power.

Advantages

• durable coating;
• moisture resistance;
• resistance to biological damage;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• not found.

SYMPHONY EURO-Balance Facade

Rating: 4.8

SYMPHONY EURO-Balance Facade acrylic paint is used for painting exterior surfaces. The material fits perfectly on surfaces such as concrete, cement-lime plaster, foam blocks. The product is suitable for decorating residential buildings, industrial buildings or shopping centers. The paint and varnish material is perfectly combined with thermal insulation systems. The coating reliably protects facades and plinths from fungi, mold, algae. Due to its waterproofness, the composition will become a lifesaver in case of problematic facades that are constantly exposed to atmospheric precipitation.

The product becomes the silver medalist in our rating, yielding to the winner only in price. Users are satisfied with the quality of the paintwork and its protective properties.

Advantages

• wide scope;
• goes well with thermal insulation;
• waterproofness;
• resistance to biological damage.

disadvantages

• high price.

Sikkens Alphacoat

Rating: 4.7

Sikkens Alphacoat acrylic paint stands out for its long service life. Independent experts confirm the durability of the coating at the level of 20 years. The coating has a matte fine-grained textured structure. For its high elasticity and vapor permeability, the product falls into the TOP-3 of our rating. It contains no volatile organic compounds, which makes the product safe. The paint can be used for finishing any mineral surfaces (concrete, foam concrete, brick, plaster).

Potential buyers are wary of purchasing Sikkens Alphacoat paint due to the very high price tag. In addition, it is not recommended to apply the material with a spray gun.

Advantages

• durability of the coating;
• fine-grained structure;
• elasticity;
• vapor permeability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• not recommended for spray application.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.