Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

Link to this comparison view

Next revision		Previous revision
guides:wall_paint [2026/05/29 12:43] – created fireguides:wall_paint [2026/05/29 13:23] (current) – fire
Line 1: Line 1:
 ====== Wall Paint ====== ====== Wall Paint ======
  
-This page collects resident experience about wall paint used in the dorm. It is not an official recommendation by the dorm management.+This page collects resident experience about wall paint, small wall repairs and cleaning walls in Unity Dorm.
  
-===== Reported paint =====+**Important:** This is not an official recommendation by the dorm management. It is based on information from the notice board, resident experience and shared information from resident group chats.
  
-Residents have reported the following wall paints:+===== Quick summary =====
  
-  * **Brillux Intromatt 954**, white / weiß, dull matt / stumpfmatt +^ Situation ^ Recommended first step ^ 
-  * **Prosol Objektweiß ELF** — mentioned several times in resident group chats, possibly especially for Unity Beta+| Small dark marks, fingerprints or light stains | Try cleaning first. Do not repaint immediately. | 
 +| Small scratches or tiny damaged spots | Try a small touch-up product or matt white wall paint. | 
 +| Many visible spots on one wall | Repainting the whole wall may look better than many separate touch-ups. | 
 +| Bigger holes or damaged plaster | Fill, sand, clean and then paint. | 
 +| You are moving out and the room looks mostly clean | Ask the Hausmeister / caretaker before repainting everything. |
  
-The strongest current reference is a photo of a **Brillux Intromatt 954** bucket in white.+===== Current best paint reference =====
  
-===== Small repairs =====+The strongest current reference is the notice board in the entrance area.
  
-For small marks, scratches or blemishes, it may be enough to clean the wall or touch up only the affected area.+^ Source ^ Paint information ^ Confidence ^ 
 +| Notice board in the entrance area | **Brillux Malerweiss Extra ELF 954**, white / weiß, dull matt / stumpfmatt | High | 
 +| Resident photo / previous resident information | **Brillux Intromatt 954**, white / weiß, dull matt / stumpfmatt | Medium | 
 +| Resident group chat | **Prosol Objektweiß ELF**, possibly especially discussed for Unity Beta | Medium |
  
-Some residents use small repair products such as **Molto S.O.S. Easy Wandfarbe Weiß matt** with an integrated touch-up roller. This can be useful for small spots, but the color may still look slightly different depending on the wall and lighting.+If you want to match the existing walls as closely as possible, the best current reference is: 
 + 
 +**Brillux Malerweiss Extra ELF 954, white / weiß, dull matt / stumpfmatt** 
 + 
 +If you are unsure, ask the Hausmeister / caretaker or show the notice-board information at a paint shop before buying paint. 
 + 
 +===== What kind of paint should I look for? ===== 
 + 
 +^ Property ^ Recommendation ^ 
 +| Color | White / weiß | 
 +| Finish | Matt or dull matt / stumpfmatt | 
 +| Area | Interior walls / Innenwandfarbe | 
 +| Good search terms | Malerweiss, Objektweiss, matt, stumpfmatt, ELF | 
 +| Avoid | Glossy paint, silk-gloss paint, shiny latex paint | 
 +| Important warning | Different white paints can look different after drying. | 
 + 
 +Do not use glossy or silk-gloss paint unless you are absolutely sure that it matches the existing wall. Most dorm walls look matt or dull matt. 
 + 
 +===== Similar paints at HORNBACH ===== 
 + 
 +A nearby hardware store is: 
 + 
 +[[https://maps.app.goo.gl/mNSG5ERwXpPAnd9j9|HORNBACH München-Fröttmaning on Google Maps]] 
 + 
 +HORNBACH may not sell the exact Brillux paint, but it has similar matt white interior wall paints. 
 + 
 +^ Product ^ Use case ^ Comment ^ 
 +| **MODULAN 3001 DIN-Objektweiß** | Larger repairs, one wall, possibly whole room | Probably the closest practical HORNBACH alternative because it is an object white interior wall paint. | 
 +| **MODULAN 3103 Rapid matt white** | Larger repairs with better coverage | More expensive, but better if you want stronger coverage. | 
 +| **HORNBACH Wand- und Deckenfarbe weiß** | General-purpose repainting | Solid basic option if MODULAN is not available. | 
 +| **HORNBACH Meister Polarweiss Plus** | Higher quality repainting | Very robust, but the shade of white may be visibly different. | 
 +| **Alpinaweiß / premium white paints** | High quality repainting | Good paint, but not necessarily the same white tone as the dorm wall. | 
 +| **Very cheap white wall paint** | Only if nothing else is available | Often lower coverage and less robust. Not the best choice before moving out. | 
 + 
 +The most practical HORNBACH alternative is **MODULAN 3001 DIN-Objektweiß**. For a better but more expensive option, use **MODULAN 3103 Rapid matt white**. 
 + 
 +===== Cleaning before painting ===== 
 + 
 +Many small marks do not need paint. Try cleaning first. 
 + 
 +^ Step ^ What to try ^ Important note ^ 
 +| 1 | Dry microfiber cloth | Good for dust and very light marks. | 
 +| 2 | Slightly damp cloth | Use only a little water. Do not soak the wall. | 
 +| 3 | Damp cloth with a tiny amount of dish soap | Useful for fingerprints or light dirt. Wipe carefully afterwards. | 
 +| 4 | White eraser or dirt eraser / magic sponge | Test in a hidden spot first. Do not rub too hard. | 
 +| 5 | Small touch-up paint | Use only if cleaning does not work. | 
 +| 6 | Repaint the whole wall | Best option if many separate spots are visible. | 
 + 
 +===== Dirt erasers / magic sponges ===== 
 + 
 +Dirt erasers can be useful, but they must be used carefully on matt wall paint. 
 + 
 +^ Product type ^ Example ^ Recommendation ^ 
 +| Dirt eraser / magic sponge | Schmutzradierschwamm, for example Bümag FEXX | Useful for dark marks, but test carefully first. | 
 +| Bathroom magic sponge | Wunderschwamm / bathroom sponge | Usually made for ceramic, glass or plastic. Be very careful on painted walls. | 
 +| Normal white eraser | Simple school eraser | Often safer for tiny marks than a strong dirt eraser. | 
 + 
 +Dirt erasers work by light abrasion. This means they can remove dirt, but they can also make matt paint look brighter, smoother or patchy. Always test in a hidden corner first. 
 + 
 +===== Small touch-ups ===== 
 + 
 +For very small spots, a small touch-up product can be useful. 
 + 
 +^ Product ^ Use case ^ Comment ^ 
 +| **Molto S.O.S. Easy Wandfarbe weiß matt** | Tiny marks, scratches or small damaged spots | Small roller included. Good for small repairs, but the color may still be visible after drying. | 
 +| Small amount of matt white wall paint | Small to medium spots | Use a small brush or roller. Apply thin layers. | 
 +| Full-size wall paint bucket | Whole wall or room | Better for larger areas. Try to use the same paint for one continuous wall. | 
 + 
 +Touch-ups can remain visible because old wall paint changes over time. Even the same white paint can look slightly different after drying. 
 + 
 +If there are many spots on one wall, it often looks better to repaint the whole wall from corner to corner. 
 + 
 +===== Small holes ===== 
 + 
 +Small holes should be repaired before painting. 
 + 
 +^ Step ^ What to do ^ 
 +| 1 | Remove dust and loose material from the hole. | 
 +| 2 | Fill the hole with wall filler. | 
 +| 3 | Let the filler dry completely. | 
 +| 4 | Sand the repaired spot carefully until it is flat. | 
 +| 5 | Remove sanding dust. | 
 +| 6 | Paint over the repaired area with matt white wall paint. | 
 + 
 +Do not paint directly over open holes, dust or loose material. 
 + 
 +===== Important house rule ===== 
 + 
 +According to the house rules on the notice board, walls, doors and furniture should not be damaged by nails, screws, glue, tape or similar things. 
 + 
 +For wall decoration, use the picture rail if possible. 
 + 
 +This is especially important when moving out, because visible wall damage may cause problems during room inspection.
  
 ===== Before moving out ===== ===== Before moving out =====
  
-If your room is already mostly clean, consider asking the **Hausmeister / caretaker** to take a quick look before repainting the whole room. In some cases, repainting may not be necessary.+If your room is already mostly clean, consider asking the **Hausmeister / caretaker** to take a quick look before repainting everything. 
 + 
 +In some cases, cleaning or small touch-ups may be enough. Repainting badly can cause more problems than leaving a mostly clean wall as it is. 
 + 
 +Residents have reported that professional repainting through the dorm or a service provider may cost around **400 €**, but this number is not officially confirmed. 
 + 
 +===== Painting tips ===== 
 + 
 +^ Topic ^ Tip ^ 
 +| Floor and furniture | Cover everything carefully before opening the paint bucket. | 
 +| Sockets and switches | Do not paint over sockets, switches, window frames or furniture. | 
 +| Edges | Use painter's tape for cleaner edges. | 
 +| Paint preparation | Stir the paint well before using it. | 
 +| Application | Use thin layers instead of one thick layer. | 
 +| Rolling | Keep a wet edge while rolling to avoid visible stripes. | 
 +| Tape removal | Remove painter's tape before the paint is fully dry. | 
 +| Drying | Let the paint dry completely before judging the color. | 
 +| Large areas | Use the same paint and batch for one continuous wall if possible. | 
 + 
 +===== What to avoid =====
  
-===== Painting yourself =====+^ Avoid ^ Why ^ 
 +| Glossy paint | It will look different from the existing matt wall. | 
 +| Silk-gloss latex paint | It may be too shiny and visually stand out. | 
 +| Painting over dirt | Dirt can show through or create uneven spots. | 
 +| Too much water while cleaning | It can damage matt paint or create stains. | 
 +| Strong rubbing with dirt erasers | It can brighten or polish the wall surface. | 
 +| Many separate touch-up spots | They can look patchy in daylight. | 
 +| Painting sockets, switches or furniture | This can create bigger problems than the original wall marks. |
  
-Residents usually paint small areas or rooms themselves, but be careful:+===== Final recommendation =====
  
-  * protect the floor and furniture +^ Situation ^ Best practical choice ^ 
-  * do not spill paint +| Small dirt marks | Clean first with microfiber cloth, water or a very careful dirt eraser. | 
-  * use matte white wall paint +| Tiny damaged spot | Molto S.O.S. Easy Wandfarbe weiß matt or a small amount of matt white paint. | 
-  * avoid glossy paint +| One dirty wall | Repaint the whole wall with matt white interior wall paint. | 
-  * do not paint sockets, switches, windows or furniture +| Larger repainting job | Use something close to object white or painter's white, for example MODULAN 3001 DIN-Objektweiß if buying at HORNBACH. | 
-  * let the paint dry properly before inspection+| Unsure before moving out | Ask the Hausmeister / caretaker before repainting. |
  
-===== Costs =====+Best current notice-board reference: **Brillux Malerweiss Extra ELF 954, white / weiß, dull matt / stumpfmatt**.
  
-Residents reported that having the room painted by the dorm / a service provider may cost around **400 €**, but this is not officially confirmed.+Other paints mentioned by residents: **Brillux Intromatt 954** and **Prosol Objektweiß ELF**.
  
-===== Summary =====+Closest practical HORNBACH alternative: **MODULAN 3001 DIN-Objektweiß**.
  
-  * Best known paint from current resident information: **Brillux Intromatt 954, white, dull matt** 
-  * Another paint mentioned in group chats: **Prosol Objektweiß ELF** 
-  * For small spots, cleaning or touch-up paint may be enough 
-  * Ask the Hausmeister before repainting if you are unsure 
-  * This page is based on resident experience, not official management information