What is Water-Based Paint? Why Should You Choose It?

Water-based paints have rapidly replaced solvent-based paints worldwide over the past decade. Strong health, environmental, and performance reasons lie behind this shift.

Key Properties of Water-Based Paint

Water-based paints use water instead of organic solvents as a solvent. These paints, which contain polymer dispersions (acrylic, vinyl-acrylic, or pure acrylic), form a durable and flexible film after drying.

Why is VOC Value Important?

VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) value indicates the amount of harmful volatile chemicals contained in the paint. While this value rises to 400–600 g/L in solvent-based paints, it remains at 30–80 g/L in water-based paints. Luna Tones products meet European A+ emission class requirements — safe even for hospitals and children's rooms.

Drying Time Advantage

Water-based paints dry much faster compared to solvent-based paints. With Luna Tones interior paint, you can apply two coats on the same day. With solvent-based paints, this period is typically 24 hours or longer.

Tool Cleaning

Water is sufficient for cleaning brushes and rollers while the paint is still wet. There is no need for solvents such as White Spirit or thinner used in solvent-based paints.

Exterior Performance

Modern water-based exterior paints have reached a level comparable to the solvent-based products of the past. Silicon-modified water-based formulations do not crack even in cold climate conditions thanks to superior moisture resistance and elasticity.