Wall putty is beneficial to apply before painting to smooth uneven surfaces and create a strong bond between the wall and paint. White cement putty evens surfaces, is water resistant to prevent discoloration, and strengthens the bond between wall and paint. Acrylic putty also evens surfaces, increases paint durability, dries quickly, and provides a smooth, consistent finish. Understanding the benefits of different putties helps choose the best option for a home that is not painted frequently.

1. Benefits of Using Wall Putty before Painting
So you have decided to get your house painted! But have you identified
the problem areas on the walls? For unless these are dealt with, a paint,
no matter how expensive will only camouflage these problems
temporarily till they resurface again.
These problems are the presence of discoloured patches caused by
dampness and cracks due to aging of the walls. All of these can be treated,
followed by application of a good wall putty before getting your walls
painted.
Wall care putty may come in many types including White Cement and
Acrylic Wall Putty. Given here are the benefits of each.
Benefits of White Cement Putty
1. Your plastered walls may have uneven surfaces. Application of two
thick coats of putty will even out these surfaces and give your paint
a smooth final finish.
2. A wall care putty integrates with the plaster to create a stronger
bond with the paint to make it last longer.
3. Since it has water resistant properties, it will save your paint from
dampness and the resulting discolored patches for a long time. .
4. It prevents flaking of the expensive coats of paints.
5. It is Eco-Friendly.
6. It doesn’t require curing.
7. It brings out the true shade or tone of the paint.
8. Gives your walls a silky smooth finish.
9. Can be used both as an Exterior Wall Putty and Interior Wall Putty.

2. Benefits of Acrylic Wall Putty
1. It is water based and acts as a perfect base for top coats.
2. It increases the durability of the top coats of paints.
3. Can be used for filling up minor dents, cracks and leveling uneven
surfaces on plastered and primed walls.
4. Can be used both on old and new surfaces.
5. It has special acrylic binders that enable it to retain a strong grip on
the walls, increasing the durability of the paint.
6. It provides smoothness and consistency across the wall surface.
7. It makes the paint look richer due to its whiteness.
8. It has lesser porosity and enhances aeration of the paint to give it a
longer life.
9. It dries quickly, reducing the time required for completion of the
painting job.
Now that you know the benefits of both, you can use your judgment and
make a more informed choice. After all, you don’t paint your home every
other day!
For more details, contact:
British Paints
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