Putty "Emelya": the advantages of the mixture for stoves and fireplaces

Many people want to see a stove or a fireplace in their home and country house. But before them there is a question not only functionality, but also safety, and also esthetic appearance. These problems will help solve the plastering for stoves and fireplaces "Emelya".

Its main component is kaolin - it is a white heat-resistant clay, which is formed during weathering of rocks with a high content of feldspar. Distilled water serves as a diluent.

Purpose of additives:

• increased plasticization;
• elimination of possible cracks in case of uneven drying of the applied solution.

The time when the mixture for plastering the fireplace and the stove was made independently is over. Not all components are also available as before. For example, heat-resistant clay is quite difficult to find, since they are less used.

Putty for furnaces must meet several requirements:

• Heat resistance. Composition that does not have sufficient refractoriness is prohibited to use because of the risk of fire.
• Elasticity. With the help of the composition it is possible to make the surface perfectly smooth.
• Resistant to cracking. With constant heating and cooling the surface of the material narrows and expands, which leads to cracking.
• The composition should be based on clay or lime-gypsum mixture with refractory components.
• Price is not an indicator of quality. You should not be guided by it, here the main assistant is the information on the label and the composition.

Putty "Emelya" has all the above qualities, and it also has a number of indisputable advantages.

• Environmental friendliness. The coating consists entirely of natural components, does not bear the danger to man and the environment. In the process of application and operation, it does not emit any harmful substances.
• Life time. If you follow all the recommendations for applying from the manufacturer of putty, then it will last 50 years or more.
• Versatility. The mixture can be used not only for coating stoves and fireplaces, but also during the laying of bricks. It will help improve the refractoriness and reliability of the entire structure.It is possible to use a plastering not only indoors, but also on the street.
• The composition is odorless.
• Ease of application.
• The composition does not need to be diluted, it is completely ready for use.
• The manufacturer gives 72 hours to complete drying at a temperature not lower than +20 degrees.

The disadvantages of the coating "Emelya" include its price. Compared with conventional compounds, refractory mixtures are always more expensive.

Putty "Emelya" is designed for finishing stoves and fireplaces. It is also used for grouting cracks. Before applying the putty it is necessary to make measurements of the treated area. This will allow you to correctly calculate the required amount of putty. The mixture consumption per 1 m² is 700 g.

You also need to take care of the tools, you need to prepare:

• spatulas for applying and leveling the solution;
• level so that the surfaces are smooth.

Experts recommend sticking to a few tips when working with Emelya putty.

• Surface preparation. Masonry joints and the surface itself must be cleaned before starting work. Remove dust and small particles.The seams can be cleaned, but not deeper than five millimeters.
• The surface on which the solution is applied should be warm for better adhesion. Heat the stove or fireplace, but do not be zealous, as it should not be hot.
• It is necessary to open the container and mix the composition before use, and not in advance.

The reinforcing layer is an important component when applying a plaster. It can be made of two types:

• Professionals use burlap as a reinforcing component. The fabric should be soaked in a liquid solution of the composition that will be used to coat the furnace. Such a fabric itself sticks to the surface. It must be carefully smoothed out. Air pockets under the fabric can cause the destruction of the final layer. Putty is applied over it.
• The fine-meshed metal mesh is very well suited as a reinforcing component. But for it will need fixings.

Professionals recommend performing a kind of algorithm when applying Emelya putty.

• Apply the composition should be from top to bottom.This type of application makes it easy to track and eliminate all irregularities in the layer of the applied composition.
• The thickness of the layer in one application should not be more than five millimeters. Otherwise, the treated surface will dry for a long time.
• Watch for layer thickness. Its drops can cause uneven drying of the applied layer, which will adversely affect the properties of the composition and lead to cracking.
• Putty adheres better to a slightly damp surface. Before finishing work, you can spray the surface of the spray.
• A special spatula will help you to make the corners perfectly smooth. No need to suffer and try to make an ideally beautiful corner with an ordinary trowel. Take a special spatula for internal or external corners, which will help save time and nerves.

A smooth surface can be achieved in two ways.

• Leveling advised wet surface. To do this, use a wooden or polystyrene graters. It is necessary to make circular movements to complete alignment of the surface.
• If the composition is already grabbed, it should be moistened with a spray bottle.Rubbing should be done carefully, wetting the surface, if necessary. As in the first case, use a wood or polystyrene graters.

Putty "Emelya" suitable for subsequent application to her decorative layer. It can be ceramic tiles or decorative heat-resistant imitation stone. It depends only on your choice. The manufacturer’s stated result can be achieved only by fully observing all the rules.

Price is not an indicator of quality. Only heat-resistant compounds are suitable for coating furnaces and fireplaces. The price of the Emelya plaster varies depending on the region and the volume of the container. The average price for a half kilogram bucket is equal to sixty-eight rubles. Buying products through the Internet can be much cheaper than in a hardware store. But it is worth paying attention that for delivery too it is necessary to pay. Be sure to pay attention to expiration dates. A composition that is too long gradually loses its qualities.

Most buyers have a positive impression of the Emelya putty. They note the simplicity of the application of the composition and the excellent characteristics of the already frozen layer. They also consider its universality as a positive quality. The composition was used not only for coating stoves and fireplaces, but also for pipes, masonry work and cladding.

For details on how to prepare the oven for plastering using the mounting grid, see below.