Veneer artificial stone

Tatiana Gordienko to create a modern design are increasingly attracted to an artificial stone that combines the beauty, strength and durability. It perfectly mimics the texture of the surfaces of stone, brick, wood and ceramics. In this case, the artificial stone is porous (it does not absorb odors, moisture and dyes), and resistant to extremes of temperature, is a good heat insulator, does not allow an electric current. These properties are removed restrictions on decorating electrical panels, furnaces and fireplaces. Artificial stone weighs in 1,5 times better the original, so it is much easier to fix on the wall. Material is available in a variety of billing options and the broadest range of colors. Part of the collection include corner units, parts for the frame window and door openings, etc., which facilitates stacking and extends its use. However, despite the relative simplicity of the artificial stone for a truly excellent result to precisely follow the recommended techniques of surface preparation and installation. Preparation of various types of grounds for laying tile cladding artificial stone mounted on different surfaces: brick and concrete, wood and metal, plasterboard, particleboard, etc. In this basis, regardless of type, must be dry, smooth, firm and not subject to shrinkage or deformation. It should be clear from the traces of loose plaster, grease, oil, efflorescence, paint, etc. If the stem is porous or uneven surface temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, then the pre-treated with primer or deep penetration of the glue mixture, which will subsequently be installed tile. New concrete walls to stand for at least six months for the final shrinkage. Mounted directly on the foam liner is impossible, as its strength is low. Therefore, for such a base of pre-attach the reinforcing mesh. Metal and wood surfaces clean of rust, chips and other contaminants. Then, screws or galvanized nails, fix plaster mesh padded with a layer of glassine. Calculation of the need for cladding tiles used two types of tiles: planar elements - their number is measured in square meters, and angular elements - the meter. The area is calculated by multiplying the length of the curtains lining the surface at its height. Then subtracted from the result area of ??windows, doors, openings and other non-liner, land. Summing up the length of all exterior angles, get the required number of angular elements. For an exact fit clutch is desirable to have an additional number of planar and corner elements. Recommended stock is 10% of the calculated amount. Laying of tiles laid out before starting work on the floor next to the prepared surface, at least 2 square meters. m cladding material, alternating elements in size, thickness, color and texture, and using tiles from several packs at a time. For added protection, lined the walls treated with hydro phobyzing composition. Hydrophobicity is held with full drying adhesive and jointing compounds. 1. Brick, plaster or gypsum soil surface liquid solution of glue or attach it to the grid for domestic work with a cell 5x5 mm. 2. Markings are horizontal, dividing the total area in the work area, about 5 rows of tiles each. On seam leave about 1 cm 3. Glue is applied to the back of the tile. When facing a jointer, so as not to stain the material is already installed, put the elements, moving from top to bottom. With seamless - from the bottom up, pressing the upper to the lower ranks. When mounting to avoid long smooth lines - joints both vertically and horizontally and diagonally. 4. Markings are horizontal, dividing the total area of ??the working areas. 5. Vibrating motion of tightly pressed against the tile in the adhesive mass from the outer corners. For heavy tiles recommend to apply the adhesive, not only on the basis, but on the tile itself, immediately attaching it. 6. To achieve the most natural and aesthetic appearance of the masonry cladding elements may have to be customized by size, using a wide cutter, hacksaw or circular saw. 7. To return to the sawn tiles lost "" characteristic roughness, cut handle pliers. 8. Undoing produced by the dry mixture, spreading it with water according to instructions. With the right proportions, the solution sticky, semi-dry and has a granular structure. That there were no differences in color for each portion takes the same amount of water. 9. Using a spatula for pointing, the seam is filled with a solution and then pressed it smooth movement. 10. Vertical joints are usually obtained by thin horizontal. 11. Stiff brush remove excess solution, not waiting for it to harden. 12. Grouting is carried out as a slightly damp brush, smoothing out the glue in the joints until his coat is equal to the edge of the tiles.