latex paint

Thân thiện

A painter applies a fresh coat of latex paint to the living room wall.

Definition

Noun: A type of water-based paint that uses a synthetic latex (a type of rubber or plastic) as the binder. The latex binder forms a flexible, durable film when the paint dries.

Usage

"Latex paint" is a mass noun used to refer to this category of paint in general. It is commonly used for painting interior and exterior walls and surfaces. - We need to buy more latex paint for the living room. - Latex paint is easier to clean up with soap and water than oil-based paint.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "to apply latex paint": To put this type of paint onto a surface.
  • Make sure to apply the latex paint evenly with a roller.
• "latex paint finish": Refers to the sheen or appearance (e.g., matte, eggshell, semi-gloss) of the dried paint.
  • A satin latex paint finish is good for bathrooms.

Variants and Related Words

• Latex (noun): The synthetic rubber/plastic binder substance itself.
  • The latex in the paint provides flexibility.
• Water-based paint (noun phrase): A broader category that includes latex paint.
  • Most interior wall paints are water-based paints.
• Acrylic latex paint (noun phrase): A specific, common type of latex paint where the binder is an acrylic polymer.
  • For the exterior trim, use an acrylic latex paint.

Synonyms

• Water-based paint (general synonym)
• Emulsion paint (common term in British English)

Related Phrases

• "latex paint primer": A preparatory coat designed for use under latex paint.
  • Always use a latex paint primer on new drywall.
• "interior/exterior latex paint": Specifies the formulation for use inside or outside.
  • This exterior latex paint is formulated to withstand weather.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a water-base paint that has a latex binder

Từ đồng nghĩa

• latex
• rubber-base paint