maaliväri
Maaliväri, often translated as "paint pigment" or "coloring matter," is a substance that imparts color to paint. It is typically in the form of fine, insoluble particles dispersed within a binder. The color of a pigment is determined by its chemical composition and how it absorbs and reflects light.
Historically, pigments were derived from natural sources such as minerals, plants, and animals. Ochres, derived from
Modern paints primarily utilize synthetic pigments, which offer a wider range of colors, greater stability, and
The choice of pigment affects not only the color but also the opacity, lightfastness (resistance to fading),