A distemper paint formula, including the dry distemper formula, combines filler, pigment and a binder into a low-cost interior wall finish. In India it is made as dry distemper powder (IS 427) or as washable distemper paste (IS 428). Here you will find the groups, the mixing order and the checks.
A distemper formula is short, which is why distemper is a simple first product.
We tune formulas with you for your raw materials, grade and climate, and support your lab trials and scale-up to plant batches. IPCS (Indian Paints Consulting Service) develops and transfers formulations, and supports dry and paste distemper formulas from lab trials to plant batches.
Applications of Distemper Paint Formula
Distemper is chosen for low cost on interior walls.
- Dry distemper powder
- Washable oil emulsion distemper
- Acrylic distemper
- Interior flat finish
Formula variations for distemper paint
| Grade | What changes | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Dry distemper | Powder with water-soluble binder | Mixed with water at site |
| Washable distemper | Paste in oil emulsion or plastic medium | Walls that need washing |
| Acrylic distemper | Paste with acrylic binder | Better finish at moderate cost |
Ingredients used in distemper paint formulas
| Group | Role in the formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Filler | Body and whiteness | Calcium carbonate |
| Pigments and lime-resistant tinters | Colour that holds on lime or cement walls | Inorganic pigments |
| Binder | Holds the film | Water-soluble binder or emulsion |
| Preservative | Keeps the product from spoiling | In-can preservative |
Mixing order for distemper paint batches
- For paste: charge water and dispersant, then add fillers and pigment and grind
- Add the binder emulsion at low speed
- Add preservative and adjust consistency
- Pass through a sieve to the 63 micron limit
- For powder: blend filler, pigment, binder and preservative in a ribbon blender
- Sieve and pack
Quality targets for distemper paint
- Residue on a 63 micron sieve: 5.0 percent maximum for dry distemper and 1.0 percent maximum for washable distemper
- Drying time: hard dry in not more than 3 hours for dry distemper
- Smooth, matt finish
- Alkali resistance and recoating
- Keeping for at least one year in a sealed pack
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a distemper paint formula with percentage?
Exact percentages depend on your raw materials and grade, so we set them with you through formulation consultancy. The table lists the groups and the steps show the order.
How to make dry distemper powder?
Blend filler, pigments, lime-resistant tinters, a water-soluble binder and a preservative in a ribbon blender, then sieve and pack.
What is an acrylic distemper formulation?
An acrylic distemper uses an acrylic emulsion as the binder with fillers, pigments and additives, made as a paste.
What is a distemper recipe?
A recipe is the formula plus the mixing order and checks.
What are the acrylic distemper ingredients?
Acrylic emulsion, calcium carbonate, pigments, dispersant and preservative.
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