How to apply silk plaster?

Today, silk plaster is becoming very popular, because this coating looks great and allows you to translate into reality a variety of design ideas. However, not everyone knows how to apply silk plaster with their own hands.

Silk plasters come in a variety of colors - from very bright, eye-catching, to gentle, restrained. Such coatings correspond to even the most sophisticated requests.

The composition of such materials include the following components:

• acrylic substance, which is a binder;
• natural or artificial silk fibers;
• cotton or cellulose;
• various additives;
• polyester.

Today, there are silk plaster coatings in which there are glitter. They shine when the sun's rays fall on them. Using lighting, you can create a variety of effects. It is even possible to obtain the effect of a translucent surface. Many consumers choose artificial silk formulations.because the cost of such materials is lower.

Silk plaster first appeared in Russia at the end of the 20th century. Such material was supplied from Japan and European countries. Previously, it was very expensive, and therefore not all could afford it. Today this material is quite affordable for middle-income consumers.

Silk coatings have a lot of advantages:

• Such plaster provides heat and sound insulation, because its structure is microporous.
• The room provides high-quality air circulation.
• Silk plaster compositions are environmentally friendly.
• Anti-static properties are inherent in such materials, dust does not accumulate on such surfaces.
• Silk plaster coatings are fireproof.Lightening, they do not contribute to the spread of the flame and do not emit toxic substances.

• Such plasters are resistant to fading, so the color of such materials does not change over time. The surface covered with silk plaster composition, like a beautiful expensive fabric.
• With the help of such coatings, it is possible to eliminate defects that are present on the surface. They fill cracks very effectively.
• Silk plasters are easy to apply. Even an inexperienced master can handle such finishing works.
• Since at the present time, manufacturers offer a variety of silk plaster, you can choose an option for any design.

Silk plaster and have some drawbacks.

There are several drawbacks to such materials:

• The coating may lose its attractiveness if it constantly contacts with any heavy products - for example, with pieces of furniture. To avoid this, you can use special decorative plates.
• Silk plaster coatings can absorb unpleasant odors.
• If you do not clean the surface on which such material will be applied,the coating then absorbs impurities. For this reason, it is necessary to carefully prepare the base before plastering.

With the help of silk decorative plaster coatings, you can zone rooms: for example, allocate work areas or places to rest. The color of the selected plaster should be different from the other shades in the room. Such materials are suitable for a variety of rooms, but it should be borne in mind that they strongly absorb liquid.

Silk plaster is suitable for a variety of reasons. Prepare the surface need, focusing on the characteristics of specific types:

• Concrete. Absorbency of such bases is very high. To consumption of the coloring composition was not excessively strong, you should use putty. This will be a kind of training before applying the plaster coating. The gray color of concrete should not appear on the surface, so the layer of putty must be calculated as accurately as possible.
• Plaster. If there is already plaster on the base, make sure that this coating does not peel off or peel off.Existing defects will need to be eliminated, then you can use a special tool designed to strengthen the surface. Apply putty to the cleaned places, use a primer or impregnation for the entire surface. In the event that there are stains or stains on the base, before applying the silk plaster it is necessary to apply an oil or alkyd paint composition to it.

• Drywall. On the plasterboard sheets will need to apply putty. If the plaster coating is light, it is quite possible that the processed joints of these sheets will later appear. To avoid such problems, one should apply a mixture of white glue and white paint (1: 3) on the surface after spackling. The putty must completely cover the fasteners: this will avoid the occurrence of rust.
• Tree. Before using silk plaster material, wood should be treated with special mixtures and primers.
• Metal. If you are going to put decorative plaster on a metal base, you should first cover it with nitro enamel or oil painting composition.

Silk plaster can be liquid or dry. The method of applying the plaster material depends on what type it belongs. So that the results of decorating do not disappoint, with their implementation it is necessary to take into account a variety of nuances.

Let us dwell on the technique of preparing dry silk plaster at home, and also do not forget about the intricacies of using the coating obtained.

• Place a warm liquid in a plastic container. Water should be as much as indicated in the instructions to the plaster composition. If there are sparkles, pour them too. Then you will need to dilute the dry plaster: shake the bag and pour it into the water.
• It is necessary to mix everything with the utmost care so that there are no lumps. Since the composition is natural, the skin of the hands can not be protected.
• Prepare as much plaster as possible so that it can be applied to the entire wall. You need to create a mixture 12 hours before its use: most often the material is prepared in the evening and left until morning. Stir the mass before use. If necessary, add a little liquid: it will be easier to apply the plaster on the substrate.

• Plaster material is applied to the surface using a trowel or spatula. Portions should be small. It is recommended to begin to apply the plaster from the corner.
• Wait two hours and make the coating as even as possible using a spatula. From time to time it will need to be wetted in water. The surface will become completely dry after two or three days.
• To dry the wall faster, you can ventilate the room (the temperature in the room should be above zero). Perhaps the use of heating devices.
• You can freeze a small part of the plaster material, the cold will not affect its performance.

Specialists share the recipe of cooking and the characteristics of the use of liquid silk plasters.

• Thoroughly mix color and liquid base: first, separately, and then - by combining them. To get the desired color, read the instructions on the package.
• Using a trowel, apply the plaster to the surface. It is recommended to take a small amount of material, because it must remain fairly fluid.

To achieve this effect, dilute the dry mixture with liquid and make the material a pasty using a mixing nozzle and a drill. Put the color scheme and again mix everything thoroughly. Wait about twenty minutes and apply the material to the surface using a stainless steel trowel.

Finishing "wet silk" can be compared with the application of Venetian plaster. At the trowel will need to dial a little mix. Then start rubbing it with short strokes.

Wait for the first coat to dry (usually within six hours) and start applying the second one. Previous strokes should overlap with new ones, it can be compared with the principle of brickwork. Usually put three layers of smears.

If you wish, you can additionally decorate the surface covered with silk plaster. Spend on the wet surface of the trowel, as if drawing it waves, Christmas trees and so on.

Patterns can be created with the help of other devices: crumpled pieces of cloth, washcloths, brushes.

Consider certain recommendations:

• for patterns, use plaster that is darker or lighter than the background;
• from the sponge will need to remove excess material.

To care for a silk plaster coating is quite easy. It should periodically vacuum the surface. Places near switches, sockets and other similar elements can be cleaned with an eraser. If a protective lacquer coating has been applied to the plaster, it will need to be cleaned using a cloth moistened with water.

• Silk plaster coating looks very expensive, it can give a unique chic to any room.
• The ideal option for the living room - pink walls, featuring a fascinating brilliance.

• Silk plaster very well with beautiful drawings.
• Silk coverings of light shades are ideal for bedrooms - rooms designed for relaxation, rest. The image at the head of the room gives the room an additional zest.

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