Type Of Paint For Bathroom Ceiling
Choosing the best bathroom paint for your space will work two-fold – it'll freshen up your room without breaking the bank and it'll help keep moisture and mould from causing unsightly marks on your walls and ceilings.
Bathrooms are, by nature, damp, wet environments that need specialist bathroom paint to stave off mould and condensation. That's why bathroom paints are specifically formulated for use in humid rooms.
And there aren't just 50 shades of white emulsion to choose from. Bathroom paints are available in an array of colours. So, whether you're sprucing up a family bathroom, a shower room or tying the revamp in with renovating your house and are after a cohesive colour to bring it all together, you'll find a shade to suit.
But, there's a whole host of ranges out there so how do you pick the best bathroom paint for your space? Here's a round-up from high street retailers and specialist brands.
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Best Bathroom Paints
1. Dulux Easycare Bathroom+ Emulsion Paint
The best bathroom paint for mould and moisture resistance
Specifications
Sizes available: 1L, 2.5L
Finish: Soft sheen
Drying time: Leave 6 hours between coats; 24 before using bathroom
Coverage (per litre): 13/m2
Recommended coats: 2
Reasons to buy
+Moisture + steam resistant +Guaranteed against mould for 5 years +Lots of colours available
Reasons to avoid
-Wait at least 24 hours for paint to dry fully before using the room
If you're looking for a good all-rounder that's tough on moisture, is mould resistant and gives you plenty of options in the colour stakes, then the Dulux Easycare Bathroom+ Emulsion is a great go-to option to decorate your bathroom.
Its MouldTec formulation guarantees protection against mould for up to five years, before you have to dig out the rollers and give the walls an extra coat. Plus it's tough on steam and moisture with a soft sheen finish.
If you're painting over a strong colour you may need to apply more than two coats.
Buy the Dulux Easycare Bathroom+ Emulsion Paint now
2. HQC Anti Damp Paint
The best bathroom paint for preventing damp
Specifications
Sizes available: 0.5, 1, 2.5, 5, 10 litre containers
Finishes: n/a
Drying time: Touch dry in 2 hours, repaintable in 4 hours
Coverage (per litre): 6m2/L
Reasons to buy
+Reduces heat loss with a thermal insulating barrier +Available in 24 colours +Low odour +Prevents damp and condensation
Reasons to avoid
-Requires a minimum of two coats
If you're looking for a bathroom paint that will offer all the credentials to prevent mould, condensation and damp, as well as being spoilt for choice with 24 colours, then this brand is worth a look.
With in insulating thermal barrier, the HQC bathroom paint reduces heat loss as long as you follow the instructions and apply at least two coats to your walls. You can apply the paint with a brush, roller or spray it on. You can even wallpaper over the paint and still benefit from the thermal barrier.
Available in five litre sizes - from 0.5 up to 10L - you've got coverage options to match the size of the room you are painting.
Buy the HQC Anti Damp Paint now .
3. Crown BATHROOM PBW 2.5 L
A versatile bathroom paint
Specifications
Sizes available: 2.5L
Finishes: Mid sheen
Drying time: n/a
Coverage (per litre): 14m2/L
Reasons to buy
+Specially formulated to prevent mould growth +99% solvent free +Can be used on walls, ceilings, wood and metal
Reasons to avoid
-Only 2.5L available
This versatile 99% solvent free bathroom paint from Crown can be used on walls, ceilings, wood and metal - a great option if you want to use the same paint on your skirting boards, walls and door frames!
The breath easy formula boasts built-in mould guard technology and is designed to resist condensation.
Buy the Crown BATHROOM PBW 2.5L now
4. Ronseal Anti Mould Paint White Silk 750ml
Quick-drying and long-lasting
Specifications
Sizes available: 750ml
Finishes: Silk and Matt
Drying time: 2 hours
Coverage (per litre): 13m2/L
Reasons to buy
+Protects walls against mould for up to six years +Quick drying +Easy wipe-clean paint +Moisture and steam resistant
Reasons to avoid
-Only available in one size
If you're looking for a long-lasting bathroom paint then Ronseal's anti-mould product offers up to six years' protection.
With a quick drying time of two hours, easy to clean wipeable emulsion and moisture and steam resistant, this is a good all-rounder.
It's available in Silk and Matt finishes.
Buy the Ronseal Anti Mould Paint White Silk 750ml now
5. Dryzone Anti Condensation Paint (1L)
A 3-in-1 bathroom paint
Specifications
Sizes available: 1L; 2.5L
Finish: Matt
Drying time: 1-3 hours
Coverage (per litre): 4m2 (based on 2 coats)
Recommended coats: 2
Reasons to buy
+Moisture resistant +Reduces mould growth and condensation +Walls are warmer to the touch +Touch-dry after 1-3 hours
Reasons to avoid
-A little pricer than other 1L bathroom paint options -No colour options available
This 3-in-1 paint from Dryzone is moisture resistant, reduces mould growth and it creates a surface that's warm to the touch
If your bathroom walls are prone to mould growth and condensation then a specialist product like this Dryzone Anti Condensation paint is well worth a look.
It uses advanced glass microsphere technology and includes an open-pore structure that makes it resistant to moisture and allows walls to breathe; it has a preservative surface effect that discourages mould and a thermal effect that creates a surface that's warmer to the touch - a nice bonus in a bathroom!
Buy the Dryzone Anti Condensation Paint now
6. Polycell One Coat Damp Seal
Great for sealing damp patches before painting
Specifications
Sizes available: 500ml, 1L
Finish: n/a
Drying time: 4 hours
Coverage (per litre): 5m2
Recommended coats: 1
Reasons to buy
+Seals patches of penetrating damp on interior walls and ceilings in just one coat +500ml available for smaller areas +Touch dry in 4 hours
Reasons to avoid
-Strong odour, keep room well ventilated
If you're renovating a bathroom that has small patches of penetrating damp that you'd like to seal before painting then the Polycell One Coat Damp Seal gets a thumbs up.
You don't have to paint the entire wall, you can focus on the spots that need coating, which makes it a prep job before you paint over it with your chosen bathroom paint.
It is recommended for use on plaster, cement and stone so it's an option for period property bathroom renovations as well.
Buy the Polycell One Coat Damp Seal now.
7. Wickes Frosted White Emulsion Paint
Low odour and easy to apply
Specifications
Sizes available: 50ml tester pot; 2.5L
Finishes: Soft sheen
Drying time: 2-4 hours
Coverage (per litre): 13m2
Recommended coats: Not given
Reasons to buy
+Low odour paint +Tough and washable +Easy to apply with low spatter tendency
Reasons to avoid
-Only available at 2.5L
This affordable option from Wickes is a tough, washable and moisture-resistant soft sheen paint.
But it's the low odour levels that make it a standout choice if you have children and/or pets. Plus it's touch dry in 2-4 hours making it a good choice for a busy family home where you might need to get a refresh done fairly quickly.
It's also available in different colours, can be applied with a brush or roller and is suitable for walls and ceilings.
Buy the Wickes Frosted White Emulsion Paint now
What Type of Paint is Best for a Bathroom?
When it comes to picking the best bathroom paint for your space it sounds obvious, but pick a pot that's definitely fit for purpose in a bathroom. Here are a few key things to think about...
Drying time
Painting any room and having to wait a day or two for it to dry is inconvenient at the best of times but the thought of having to wait for paint to dry for days in a bathroom is a real no-no. Especially if you've only got one bathroom or a family who are in and out of it all day, every day. So when choosing a bathroom paint, a quick drying time is a must!
You'll want it to be touch-dry within a couple of hours to recoat and to dry quickly enough for you to use the room again within the day.
Maintenance
Look at paint longevity — how long is the paint mould resistant for? You don't want to have to repaint within a year so check if the bathroom paint comes with any guarantees.
Many bathroom paint products are tough and wipeable, which is definitely a bonus in a bathroom.
Coverage
If you're buying a specialist paint to seal and cover damp, mouldy patches then you might only need a small tin to touch up where you need to.
Equally, if you're painting the entire room check how much the 1L and 2.5L pots cover so that you don't run out or the opposite, have loads left over.
Odour
Some products can have high VOC levels and can be very potent so if you can't ventilate the room well, have children or pets for example, then opt for a low odour option. This is also key if you want to use the room quite quickly after decorating (as mentioned in Drying Time above).
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Type Of Paint For Bathroom Ceiling
Source: https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/buying-guides/best-bathroom-paint
