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The owners of private houses and apartments in high-rise buildings are trying in any way to keep the heat inside the rooms. For this, a variety of materials are chosen as insulation.

More recently, thermal insulation plaster has appeared on the construction market. It is used as the main (if the house is located in a warmer region) or additional insulation.

Warm external plasters contain mineral or organic components that are able to retain heat in the wall. In this case, the room cools down much more slowly. Ordinary sand replaced with foamed glass, sawdust, perlite, expanded clay, vermiculite or polystyrene. In addition, the ready-made plaster mixture contains additional components that extend the life of the hardened layer and repel water.

Thermal insulating plaster has the following inherent advantages:

Fire safety. Almost all components are off. If the composition contains sawdust or polystyrene that can ignite, they are treated with fire retardants.
Additional soundproofing. The plaster is applied in a fairly thick layer, which prevents extraneous noise from entering the premises.
Resistance to temperature extremes.
Finish availability. The price of warm plaster mixes is relatively low, and if you make the composition yourself, you can reduce the cost of performing thermal insulation even more.
Simplicity of arrangement. All finishing work can be done by hand, but before starting, you need to practice a little on any surface.
Low weight. Due to the large amount of porous additives, even a very thick layer will not create a strong load on the main wall.
Can be applied to any substrate.

Such arrangement of a heat-insulating layer has its drawbacks. This is increased moisture absorption. Treat only those compounds that contain sawdust, perlite and vermiculite. But this flaw can be eliminated if everything is covered from above with a water-repellent decorative material. A ventilated façade works best.

What the warm mixture consists of

In order for thermal insulation plaster for outdoor use to have the desired characteristics, it must consist of certain components:

Binders. For external work, only white Portland cement is used. Other components, such as lime or gypsum, are only suitable for internal insulation of the house. But this option is better not to choose.
A filler is a substance that will not allow heat to escape from the premises.
Additional substances. Coloring, water-repellent, adding plasticity and strength.

Varieties of heat-insulating mixtures for plastering

Types of warm plasters are distinguished by filler. Each variety has its own specifications, therefore, before buying, it is worthwhile to independently study them at home, and then go to the store for the desired composition.

Sawdust based plaster

This option is easy to do with your own hands. Small sawdust can be purchased for a penny at any sawmill. In addition, you will need M 500 grade cement and some paper. Pay attention sawdust needs to be cleaned well. It is advisable to choose the smallest fraction.

The components are mixed in the following ratio: 3 parts of sawdust x 1 part of cement x 3 parts of shredded paper. First, dry components are mixed, and then water is added in small portions. The result should be a fairly thick mixture.

It can be applied to wooden surface, but before that they stuff shingles (small slats). This option is also suitable for concrete or brick foundations. But in order to increase adhesion, you need to moisten the wall with water.

Some workers do not want to work with such a composition, because they consider it ineffective. But sawdust-based plaster is able to retain heat very well. The only drawback is the low coefficient of water repulsion. But a hydrophobic decorative coating solves this problem.

Polystyrene as filler

Such warm facade plaster also protects well against heat loss. But several significant disadvantages make this composition dangerous to human life:

Polystyrene absorbs a lot of moisture. This has a bad effect not only on the thermal insulation properties. If the moisture accumulated in the insulation freezes, it will begin to destroy the insulation layer.
The filler is treated with a fire retardant, therefore it is poorly flammable. But if such insulation starts to burn, then as a result, a lot of acrid and black smoke will be released.

If the first flaw can be corrected, then the second can cause the death of the inhabitants of the house.

Plaster mix with the addition of foamed glass

These are small glass granules with many air bubbles inside. Due to the fact that water cannot wet this substance, such plasters are absolutely not afraid of water. They are perfect for that.

Ready-made plaster mixes are easily applied to the base and do not lose their attractive appearance for a long time, protecting the house from heat loss and precipitation.

Perlite, vermiculite and expanded clay mixtures

Such representatives of warm plasters have approximately the same characteristics. These components absorb a lot of moisture. Besides, perlite is also very light. At strong wind the granules are eroded from the dry mixture.

All of the above are preferably used for interior work. But you can process the walls outside, but for protection you will have to use a hydrophobic decorative material.

Basic rules for applying warm plaster

To create a layer that will truly protect against warm air loss, you need to know how to apply the plaster correctly.

Everyone starts, as usual, with the preparatory phase.

Removing the old decorative coating.
Elimination of cracks, chips at the corners, any other grooves and bulges.

Then plaster beacons are installed. This must be done, since heat-insulating plaster is applied in a layer of 5 cm or more. It is very difficult to control how evenly a layer of such thickness lays down without beacons. Up to 2.5 cm of the mixture can be laid at a time, therefore, all the work is divided into several approaches.
Now you need to prepare the solution. If you bought a ready-made mixture, then everything must be done as indicated in the instructions. In the case when the mixture was prepared with your own hands, then you should first find out the recipe and also follow it exactly.
You can start applying the solution. To do this, use a trowel or spatula.
Alignment. To complete this step, you need to acquire a rule. It is moved from bottom to top and at the same time from side to side.
After the first layer dries, apply the second.
For completion, use decorative acrylic plaster or any other finishing option that can protect the thermal insulation plaster.

It must be remembered that the correct weather conditions are the key to successful insulation with plaster:

The air temperature is within +5 - +25 degrees Celsius.
Lack of wind. Otherwise debris will stick to the applied layer.
Air humidity not higher than 75%.
The time will come when the sky is covered with clouds.
It is better to start work after 11 o'clock in the morning, when the facade has already dried out from dew.

Both old and modern houses they do not differ high degree thermal insulation. The reason for this is the thin walls of brick and reinforced concrete. These materials conduct heat quite well.

Over time, additional troubles are added to this - cracks in the walls, destruction of decoration and sealing of joints between panel plates.

The rise in the cost of utility bills forces residents, both private and apartment building think about changing the situation for the better.

The condition of the walls of the house is of no small importance for creating and maintaining a comfortable microclimate in the interior. Walls must keep warm, be airtight and vapor permeable. The facades of houses can be insulated both inside and outside.

Outside insulation is the most popular because it does not imply a reduction in the internal useful area premises. There are various options for insulating facades.

One of the methods for effective and inexpensive thermal insulation is the use of special building mixtures. This is the so-called warm plaster.

Material properties

Warm plaster is a dry mix consisting of hollow material, cement, glue and various plasticizers. Most of the volume of the mixture is occupied by the hollow material. Due to this, thermal insulation is carried out.

As a rule, the smallest granules of expanded polystyrene or foamed glass are used as a hollow filler.

The addition of plasticizers allows the cured mortar to retain a certain elasticity, which prevents the surface from cracking in severe frost or wall deformation.

Polymers provide mechanical strength to the finished coating. With their help, there is a reliable adhesion of the solution to the surface.

Cement is a binding ingredient for the constituent parts of the mixture.

Frost-resistant plaster of this type has the following positive properties:

affordable cost;
vapor permeability;
low thermal conductivity;
waterproofness;
strength;
resistance to wall deformation;
high degree of sound insulation;
non-flammability;
immunity to mold;
ecological cleanliness;
long service life;
resistance to high and low temperatures;
high adhesion to all materials;
low specific gravity;
high speed of surface treatment;
no need for additional finishing.

Facade plaster after application to the surface has a presentable appearance... In terms of heat-insulating performance, it successfully replaces coverings made of foam plastic plates.

Warm facade plaster has certain advantages over other insulation materials.

These include the following:

Frost-resistant facade plaster, after being applied to the wall, creates a single monolithic layer. The absence of joints can significantly improve the insulating qualities.
The work on applying the solution is carried out in one stage. This allows the solution to be applied to the surface in one working day. This factor significantly reduces the cost of work.
Lack of cold bridges. When treating walls with warm plaster, no fastening material is used through which the cold passes to the main walls.
The simplicity of the technology makes it possible to carry out work on our own, without the involvement of hired workers
During surface insulation, deep drilling of the wall surface is not carried out. This prevents the construction of concrete panels from weakening and destruction from vibration.
It is not necessary to level the surfaces before applying the mortar. Disadvantages are eliminated immediately, in the process of applying plaster, which is an excellent filler for cracks and holes.
A unique opportunity to carry out insulation, restoration and insulation work on difficult surfaces. Due to the property of adhering to any material and retaining its shape, it is possible to cover any convex or concave surface with a solution of warm plaster.
Frost-resistant facade plaster has a composition that prevents the appearance and reproduction of insects, bacteria and fungi. In such a coating, mold will never appear, a colony of ants or a swarm of bees will not settle.
The environmental friendliness of the material allows it to be applied to the walls of glazed balconies. It is much faster and cheaper than traditional insulation using battens, glass wool and MDF panels.
The finished surface does not need to be sanded after drying. It looks like a rather fashionable and practical covering for a "fur coat".

Thermal insulation of houses with this type of plaster is quite simple process not requiring the use high tech... At its core, this is a routine plastering job on the outer walls.

The building materials market offers different kinds mixtures for house insulation. For external work, the most suitable is a frost-resistant mixture based on foam glass or expanded polystyrene filler.

Tools and materials

Goats, scaffolding or climbing equipment are used to insulate houses. Scaffolding and goats can be rented. It will be more difficult with climbing equipment, as it requires special skills.

For quality work the following materials are needed:

Warm plaster. Frost-resistant facade plaster is sold in 12 kg and 25 kg bags. Average consumption of the mixture per 1 sq. m of the base, with a layer thickness of 40 mm, is about 15 kg. As a rule, such a layer is sufficient to achieve the set goal of insulation and waterproofing.
Liquid primer. It is purchased in the amount necessary for high-quality processing of the base. Material consumption for all types of surface is indicated on the package.
Self-tapping screws and dowels for installing beacons. Purchased at the rate of 6 sets per 1 sq. m.
Reinforcing mesh. It is necessary to strengthen the material when applying two layers with a total thickness of more than 40 mm. The area of the mesh should be 30% larger than the area of the base, taking into account its overlapping laying.

To insulate facades, there are enough tools that are in almost every home.

The list of such tools and devices is rather small:

hammer drill with a set of drills for concrete and a mixer;
hammer;
screwdriver;
steel spatulas 10 cm and 50 cm;
notched trowel 40-50 cm;
building level;
paint brush;
paint roller;
a roller made of dense material;
plastering rule;
protective glasses and gloves;
a container for mixing the solution (at least 30 l);
mortar buckets;
rope for lifting buckets.

In shops, you can inquire about the availability of rental construction equipment. Such specific adaptations as a plastering rule, goats or scaffolding may subsequently not be needed for decades, and will take up quite a lot of space.

Preparatory work

Before insulating the house, it is necessary to prepare the surface of the wall.

This process includes the following actions:

removal of protruding fragments of reinforcement, brick and concrete;
cleaning the surface from unstable old coatings, paint and bitumen;
clearing interpanel joints from stone chips and old insulating material;
sealing large cracks and holes with facade sealant;
degreasing and dusting the base for insulation;
treatment of the base with a liquid primer;

After the primer has dried, a thin layer of mortar should be applied to the base. This technique is used to improve the adhesion strength of the solution to the base. The layer thickness should be 3-5 mm.

You can start working in a day.

Plastering

The application of the solution to the surface must be carried out in dry warm weather. The place of work must be fenced off with a warning tape. First of all, scaffolding, goats and climbing equipment are installed.

This is done as follows:

The mixture is poured from the bag into the container. Given the high consumption of material (30-40 liters of solution per 1 sq. M), you need to knead at least 12 kg of the mixture. Don't experiment and get creative by adding other substances. This can only spoil it.
Water is poured into the container. The proportions for the preparation of the solution are indicated on the packaging of the material. Using a mixer inserted into the perforator, the ingredients are mixed at low speeds. Depending on the volume of the material, this takes from 5 to 10 minutes.
The resulting solution should be left alone for 8-10 minutes, then mixed again. This is necessary to achieve complete homogeneity of the resulting material. Then you can use it. Liquid warm plaster retains its working qualities for 3-4 hours.

It should be noted that for high temperatures the time for using the ready-made solution can be reduced to 1.5-2 hours. And, at temperatures above + 35 ° C, work is not recommended.

Laying is carried out in the following order:

Beacons are installed every 40-50 cm. This will make it possible to lay out a layer of mortar of precisely calibrated thickness. The recommended size of one layer of plaster is no more than 40 mm. Otherwise, the material will slip and deform under its own weight.
The mortar is applied to the wall with a wide spatula. For ease of use, you can first apply the mixture with a smaller trowel. After processing 1-1.5 linear meters of the wall, the surface is leveled with a rule. The excess solution is collected in a bucket and reused.
The beacons are removed from the holes. The remaining holes are filled with mortar, the surface is leveled.
If the thickness of the coating is more than 40 mm, a reinforcing mesh is glued on top of the first level. You can glue it on the plaster 2 hours after applying it to the wall.
A layer of plaster is applied to the mesh, its surface is profiled with a notched trowel. This will allow the second layer to firmly bond with the first.
The second layer of plaster is applied in the same way as the first. The work is carried out after it has hardened. This takes 1-2 days.

The treated wall is a gray, grainy surface. The owner of the house decides for himself what to do next - to leave the wall as it is, or to make it smooth.

For grinding, an abrasive mesh and sandpaper... After sanding, the warm plaster hardens within 3-5 days, depending on the thickness of the coating applied.

Finishing

Finishing of the insulation applied to the facade of the house can be carried out in various ways.

For these purposes, the following materials are used:

frost-resistant paint;
ceramic tile;
fake diamond;
front thermal panels;
granite chips.

Before finishing, the surface of the coating is primed and cleaned from dirt and dust.

The paint is applied with a roller or paint brush. It is better to paint a smooth surface with a roller. For a façade, finished to look like a fur coat, you need to use a paint brush so that the paint penetrates into all the recesses.

Coloring can be carried out in one, two or more steps until the color becomes even and uniform.

Ceramic tiles and artificial stone can be glued directly to plaster. Its surface is dense and strong enough to support the additional weight.

For gluing, a cement-based mixture or frost-resistant acrylic mastic is used. Seams between tiles are filled with a special facade sealant. Cured joints can be painted to match the color of the material.

Facade panels are lightweight and have excellent thermal insulation properties. They can become not only a finishing material, but also an additional insulation.

They are attached to the surface with an adhesive solution. Convenient tongue-and-groove fastening allows for seamless panel joining.

Granite chips are applied to the facade using a spray gun or by hand. The basis of such a coating is a transparent varnish or paint.

In addition to undeniable beauty, granite chips will give the walls the properties of a very practical coating. On such a surface it will simply be impossible to write or scribble anything.

The insulated wall will serve the owners of the house for at least 25 years, protecting them from cold and dampness.

Source: stofasadov.ru

The new product is warm plaster. Is it really that warm?

Recently, among the thermal insulation products in the construction industry, there has appeared new material, which received the informal name warm plaster. In addition to the functions of ensuring the protection of the walls of the building from the effects environment, the composition acts as a thermal insulation material, retaining energy inside the building.

What is thermal insulation plaster

Speaking about plastering walls, the question of the laboriousness of the work comes to mind, the need to attract specialists with experience and qualifications, but with the classical application of a sand-cement mixture on the walls, the problem of wall insulation is not solved. With thermal insulation or "warm" plaster, one problem during construction will be less.

When insulating, warm plaster is used for the facade and interior work. It is highly energy efficient, but remains an inexpensive building material.

Material composition

For the manufacture of traditional plasters, cement, sand, water, and, if necessary, mineral additives are used to add strength or frost resistance to the final product.

expanded vermiculite;
sawdust;
expanded clay granulated crumbs;
crushed pumice;
granular polystyrene foam.

Manufacturers and prices

The production technology of the material appeared not so long ago, but there is already competition among manufacturers. Nowadays the most famous is the heat-insulating plaster of three brands: "Mishka" or "Warmix", "Umka" and "Knauf". Below is a description of each of them.

Heat-insulating mixture "Umka". V last years popular material. It has won fame as a product suitable for interior decoration work. The basis of "Umka" is granulated silicon balls. It has vapor barrier properties, does not absorb moisture, absorbs sound waves, and is an excellent thermal insulator. Silicon balls are odorless and harmless to human health. In addition to increased thermal insulation properties due to granular ceramic balls, the plaster composition acquires increased strength with a lighter specific gravity. The application of such a mixture on the surface of the walls does not require additional processing with soil compounds or the installation of a reinforcing mesh. In the construction markets "Umka" is sold at a price of 100 rubles per 1 kg.

Warm plaster "Bear" or "Warmix". Someone confuses these two materials, but they have one manufacturer who rebrands brand... Like the previous insulation, "Bear" in its untreated form is a dry mixture, which is diluted with water in the required proportions before being applied to the surface. The finished composition has high adhesion properties to any surfaces, which eliminates the need for treating the walls with primers. It is an excellent sound and vapor barrier material. "Mishka" possesses the positive properties of a competitor and is used as a heat-insulating plaster for outdoor use. The price in the store per kilogram of "Bears" starts from 120 rubles per kilogram.

Thermal insulating composition "Knauf". Manufacturers have taken care of the versatility of the final product. Knauf can be applied to any type of surface. Even floor slabs are insulated and plastered with a mixture. Due to the fact that the plaster composition is applied both manually and using machine mechanisms, a person has the opportunity to save time during the production of work.

On the construction market by the manufacturer, the mixture is presented in a wide range of products, each of which is designed for specific tasks. By adding additives in production, the tasks of endowing the final product with the properties of frost resistance, moisture resistance, or other others are solved.

The impact of negative temperatures during the operation of the building does not adversely affect its chemical or physical properties... Initially, the material is provided with high strength parameters, which gives the capital structures of the building additional protection.

Types of warm plaster

Technically, the material has the properties it needs due to the addition of insulating materials to the base. There are three types of mixtures in composition.

Vermiculite based plaster. This additive is produced by thermal treatment of vermiculite rock. Expanded vermiculite has antiseptic properties, protecting wall coatings from the formation of harmful fungal formations. This lightweight mineral filler is added to ready-made dry mixes, making it suitable for façade and interior applications.
Plaster mix containing expanded polystyrene granules. The content of expanded polystyrene makes the plaster excellent thermal insulation. In addition to this insulating material, the composition includes cement, lime, special additives and fillers. It is suitable for use as a warm plaster for exterior and interior construction work.
Another type of this thermal insulation mixture is called "sawdust", since, in addition to cement, sawdust, clay, paper are added to it. Due to the content of additional components, thermal insulation plaster for interior work is used for thermal insulation. Such a warm plaster for external work on the outside of the wall is not resistant to constant exposure to moisture. However, it is also suitable for interior work. When insulating walls with such a composition, keep in mind that during the period of solidification of the solution, it is necessary to ensure constant ventilation of the room. The "sawdust" solution is applied to brick and wooden walls... Setting time is about two weeks. If at the same time you do not ventilate the room, then as a result, the surface of the finish will be covered with mold or mildew.

Heat-insulating cement plaster Knauf Grunband

Warm Knauf plaster Grunband. The Knauf product line itself is well known, but among them there are the most popular. Fractional components are not more than 1.5 mm in diameter. Application is carried out in two ways: manually and using electrical equipment.

This mixture is also used in addition to performing the basic functionality. It also helps to solve other problems, such as:

Application of a waterproofing coating on the walls of facades, basements, sanitary rooms and other rooms with high humidity.
Strengthening the surface of the facades. The high characteristics of the Knauf Grünband mixture in the field of resistance to physical stress make it possible to protect the walls from the effects of external conditions associated with the natural shrinkage processes of the soils under the building. As a result, no cracks form on the surface.
Decorative tasks. The structure makes it possible, by simple manipulations, to turn the plaster layer into a finishing decorative element for wall decoration. As a result, no additional painting work is required, except for the final surface painting.

Knauf Grunband is sold in retail outlets in containers of 25 kilograms. One bag, when applied to a wall with a thickness of 1.5 cm, is enough to treat a surface with an area of 1-1.4 square meters. m.

Insulating plaster is applied to the wall surface using traditional technology. Before starting work, the surface is cleaned of dust and flaking elements. Some types of warm plasters do not require priming, but for better adhesion, priming will not be superfluous.

Mixing of the solution is carried out in construction containers with a volume of at least 50 liters.

Plaster, suitable as insulation for the facade, is applied in the same way as that used indoors. When working with it, it is important to pay attention to the frost resistance properties of the material, its adhesion at subzero temperatures. In the process of plastering the facade with warm plaster with your own hands in winter period there is a risk that the mortar will not adhere to the frozen wall surface. In the future, the layer will move away from the wall, and the material will have to be thrown away.

The material is applied to the walls in several layers. At the same time, each layer is not made thicker than 20 mm, and it can be applied no earlier than 4 hours after the previous one. For the production of work, experienced specialists use construction trowels in two sizes: wide and small. The quality of work is checked using two-meter rules with a level. This should be done 3 weeks after the end of the work. The deviation of the plane from the level, as a rule, should not exceed 1-3 mm.

Preparatory stage

Plastering for facade insulation will require more preparation before starting work than indoors. High-altitude work requires strict adherence to safety measures, the use of only certified equipment and building structures to ensure the safety of work. Before starting work, the elements protruding from the body of the capital structure are removed from the surface of the outer walls. After the completion of the general construction work, the bricklayers do not remove the pieces of the dressing fittings. They are cut to avoid injury in the future.

Reinforcing layer works

When the planning and preparation phase is over, it is time to apply warm façade plaster. In modern realities, this stage often begins with disappointment, since it turns out that the differences on the treated walls are too great. Although mortars have great strength characteristics, sometimes this is not enough to do without using a reinforcing mesh as a bearing base.

The reinforcing layer is technologically designed to withstand loads from its own weight. Manufacturers report that their products do not require the provision of mesh reinforcement. In this matter, it is worthwhile to additionally monitor the problem with obtaining expert advice, and then make a final decision whether to reinforce the base under the plaster layer.

Advantages and disadvantages of warm plasters

Warm plaster for interior construction work is not ideal. Like any product, it has its pros and cons. Below is a description of the positive and negative traits for general group heat-insulating plaster mixes.

no deformation changes over time, durability;
high strength;
absence of components harmful to health in raw materials;
resistance to low temperatures;
high adhesion properties;
the ability to apply to any type of surface;
in most cases it does not require a reinforcing layer.

TO negative properties material includes two points.

The thermal insulation properties of the material are lower than that of classic heaters. To ensure similar properties, it will be necessary to create a layer of solution 1.5-2 times thicker than with conventional thermal insulation.

Thermal insulation compound is rarely used as a topcoat. After drying, it requires final processing with materials more suitable for this.

Mixture consumption

Plastering walls with the help of hired personnel can be accompanied by unnecessary material costs. The control over the production of the mixture by the builders is ensured by calculations based on the data of the manufacturers of the thermal insulation material.

How to make warm plaster with your own hands

When it is not possible to purchase a ready-made mixture, then you should try to make it yourself. Do-it-yourself warm plaster is made in a simple way. It is important to note that for its manufacture it is not enough just to add granules of insulating raw materials to the cement-sand mixture. A special plasticizer is used.

To make the composition, you will need ordinary water, cement, an insulating filler (vermiculite) and a plasticizer. PVA glue is used as a plasticizer. The ingredients are mixed in proportion: for one part of cement, four parts of filler. PVA glue is enough 50 grams per bucket of cement. Add water to the required consistency.

Plastering the surface of the walls with a self-made composition takes place in three stages:

The plasticizer is diluted in water.
A filler is added to the cement. The finished mixture is mixed until smooth.
The dry composition is diluted with a liquid, and the resulting solution is allowed to settle for 15 minutes.

After finishing preparatory work the product is ready to use.

When using insulating plaster for outdoor work, you kill several birds with one stone. This is the application of a leveling layer, and a thermal insulation device, and even decorative finishing... If desired, this can be done in one step. At a construction site without mineral wool or foam is not enough, but you can apply warm plaster and save time and money. And it is easier to apply the composition than to carry out thermal insulation work, followed by the installation of a ventilated facade.

Manufacturers of warm plaster for interior use are talking about good properties mixtures in terms of sound insulation, however, in order to block the "airborne noise", the insulation material must have a fibrous structure and be blown through, with a thickness of 5 cm, which in fact is not provided. Consequently, their properties are not so good in this direction.

The use of dry mixes with granular additives for plastering walls solves several problems. In one stage of work, you can carry out two wall decoration measures at once. In the production of facade work, this is easier to do than when plaster is applied over the insulation. The technology solves many problems. The material is reliable, durable and highly efficient. However, do not forget that the plastering technique will require possession of certain skills and significant labor costs.

Source: uteplix.com

Universal technology of facade plastering on insulation

Insulation of the outer side of the walls allows you to keep warm inside the room. It is performed at the stage of construction or reconstruction of a building. Modern technology insulation of the facade is carried out in two ways. Ventilated façade - a strong frame along the wall, which is filled with warmly insulating material and from the outside they are faced with porcelain stoneware or composite cassettes. And the second system of insulation "wet facade" consists of insulation, reinforcing mesh, primer and requires finishing plastering.

The works are carried out using water, so the epithet “wet” arose. The advantage is that an expensive frame is not required, and necessary materials mount directly to the wall. Then they are covered with a beautiful finishing layer.

How to choose materials for wall insulation with a wet method

The raw materials used in the work must have a certain level of water absorption,
frost resistance, vapor permeability and thermal expansion.

The insulation layer for a wet facade can be basalt (stone wool slabs) or polystyrene foam. Basalt wool slabs with a density of 150 kg / m3 and a strength threshold of at least 15 kPa, are recommended for finishing the facade of a house.

Glass wool is not used as insulation for the plastering system, because the structure of the material is not designed for high loads.

Thermal insulation of the facade with extrusion polystyrene foam ceases to be popular, because it is more difficult to fix it due to poor adhesion with construction adhesive. In addition, this material "does not breathe", prevents the free conversion of air and steam, smolders in a fire, with the release of toxic substances.

It is allowed to insulate the walls of the house with foam plastic only for facade brands that meet the requirements fire safety... Additionally, mineral wool cuts are made for the same purpose.

When insulating a log house with penoplex, the protruding joint of the logs is not removed, because cut crowns will cause the corners of the house to freeze.

The choice of material depends on the thickness of the wall and its composition, from climatic zone, where construction work is carried out, from the interior decoration layer.

How to fix insulation boards

The insulation is glued to the previously prepared wall surface. The glue is gently applied over
perimeter of the material. This method reduces the consumption of the adhesive and provides the required fastening strength. During work, make sure that the glue covers at least 40% of the area of the insulation.

After drying for 3 days, the thermal insulation layer is additionally fixed with dowels. Fasteners go 5-9 cm into the wall, depending on the volume and number of pores. The insulation must be fastened with a dowel with a wide head. The cap at the dowel should be made of polyurethane foam so that wet spots do not appear on the facade.

The stains on the facade appear when using a dowel with a metal head.

Because metal freezes at the base of the outer surface, and leaves the house warm air, condensation appears. Condensation on the surface forms a wet spot. Therefore, under the plastering systems of the facade, a dowel with a plastic head is used.

To ensure the quality of thermal insulation, it is recommended to follow a number of rules:

you cannot form continuous longitudinal joints between several rows;
the seams of adjacent slabs must necessarily overlap;
the inner side of the slab is pressed by force against the base of the wall, and the edge of the insulation is pressed against the edge of the adjacent slab;
glue protruding between the seams must be removed immediately with a rag.

Plaster layer device

First, the reinforcement mesh is installed. Before work, doors and windows are covered with foil to protect them from damage. Make sure all hooks are set at an angle of at least 30 °. It is recommended to stretch the net with vertical parts equal to the width of the roll, which is unwound from top to bottom. The overlap of the strip on the strip must be at least 50 mm.

The mesh is fixed with a locking pin. Can be secured by placing two fixing plates on top of each hook. The plates must not be pressed in, so as not to deform the thermal insulation of the facade, which is especially dangerous for gas-filled plastic called polyurethane foam. Plastic spacers are attached between the mesh and the surface of the insulation so that the mesh is incorporated into the first layer of plaster.

Base plaster layer

The first layer, reinforced with mesh, will replace the frame on which the entire facade insulation system will be held wet way... The solution consumption is 15–20 kg / sq. M., The dry mixture is kneaded according to the manufacturer's requirements. The solution is applied with a special pump or spatula, periodically pressing the mesh against the inner layer.

If the mesh is deformed here and there and bulges out of the solution, it is necessary to correct the error and fix the problem area with a special nail. To reduce such accidents, it is better to apply the solution from the bottom up. The thickness of the first layer must be the same over the entire surface of the wall.

After applying the base plaster coat, it is recommended to maintain the optimum moisture content of the wall surface. In dry weather and high air temperatures, the plastered area will have to be moistened.

How to apply the leveling layer

So that the plaster of the facade on the insulation has beautiful view apply the next ball of plaster
mixtures. The task is to remove defects of the working surface, to prepare it for a flawless application of the finishing coating. Solution consumption is 15–20 kg / sq. M. First moisturize abundantly work surface... The second layer is also allowed to be applied with a powerful pump or an ordinary spatula, provided that physical effort is necessary.

The thickness of the ball is about 10–12 mm, taking into account that the entire three-layer system will take at least 25 mm. The marks on the beacons serve as a guide for leveling the applied solution. The surplus is collected in a container, they can be used for further finishing works... In the summer, it is also recommended to moisturize the second layer.

Grinding and expansion joints

Grinding is done after the solution has moderately hardened. After applying the leveling layer, it takes several hours, depending on the weather. The tool is a construction float coated with polyurethane.

After hardening, the structure is cut to form longitudinal and transverse seams. The expansion joint serves to reduce the load on structural elements in places prone to damage. The danger can arise from an earthquake, soil settlement, and other natural and physical influences on the structure. The cuts are made with a special tool, dividing the wall into conditional blocks that give the building elasticity. Seams are filled with insulating material such as mastic.

The seam width is 6 mm, and the distance between the cuts made is no more than 15 m. The extreme seam going from top to bottom is made no closer than 150 mm from the corner of the house. The cutting blade must cut through all layers, including the mesh.

How to apply a decorative layer

The device of the wet facade, applied over the insulation, ends with a top layer, which
performs a protective function against rain, wind, being at the same time a design solution.

To form the top layer of plaster on the sheathing with insulation, mineral mixtures are used, they are distinguished by high air permeability.

Before applying the solution, it is necessary to check whether the previous ball has dried well. It should take 5 days from the day of applying the leveling layer.

Before applying the solution, for about 12 hours, for example overnight, the surface is thoroughly treated with a tinting primer.

Decorative plaster is applied in a thin layer and rubbed in a circular motion. The whole process is carried out with the same float. Bark beetle plaster can be acrylic or gypsum, it differs in the method of application. The gypsum-based mixture is easier to apply, it is recommended for home use... Acrylic solution requires certain work skills, application experience, so it is more often used by specialists.

How to check the quality

There are a number of tips to help determine if the insulation work is progressing correctly:

On preparatory stage the walls are cleaned of dirt, previous coatings, stains.
Without deviating from the instructions, work is carried out with the adhesive composition.
Insulation plates are fixed evenly.
There is no unevenness at the joints between slabs or blocks.
The dowels do not stick out over the insulation.
The reinforcing mesh is laid in the base layer of the plaster.
Breathable materials are used, the plaster "breathes".
From the drains, from the roof, water will not enter the facade finish.
There are no bulges on the surface of the wall, and the facade is not covered with bumps.
There are no cracks on the wall, in the corners of window and door openings.

Installing thermal insulation at home increases the life of the building, significantly improves living conditions and reduces the cost of annual heating costs for the building in winter. It also protects walls from weather conditions, fungus and shock-absorbing destruction. Good thermal insulation under consistent conditions and proper care outer wall buildings can last 25 years.

Facade plaster a fur coat is the best solution for cladding a house. ... Versatile technology plasters facade on insulation.

Plaster Bark beetle on the facade. If the building needs to be preserved when decorating. If a layer was previously attached to the wall insulation, necessary.

Features of using the facade plasters on foam. ... Such a porous lightweight material is used as insulation under plaster for.

Heat preservation is an important task for residents of private houses in most regions of Russia.

To decide on insulation under plaster, check out the article. ... Facade plaster on aerated concrete.

In addition, similar plasters not suitable for all types exterior decoration... If polymer heaters and surfaces.

Both old and modern houses do not have a high degree of thermal insulation. The reason for this is the thin walls of brick and reinforced concrete. These materials conduct heat quite well.

Over time, additional troubles are added to this - cracks in the walls, destruction of decoration and sealing of joints between panel plates.

The rise in the cost of utility bills makes residents of both private and apartment buildings think about changing the situation for the better.

External insulation is the most popular, as it does not imply a reduction in the internal usable area of the premises. There are various options for holding.

One of the methods for effective and inexpensive thermal insulation is the use of special building mixtures. This is the so-called warm plaster.

Material properties

As a rule, the smallest granules of expanded polystyrene or foamed glass are used as a hollow filler.

The addition of plasticizers allows the cured mortar to retain a certain elasticity, which prevents the surface from cracking in severe frost or wall deformation.

Polymers provide mechanical strength to the finished coating. With their help, there is a reliable adhesion of the solution to the surface.

Cement is a binding ingredient for the constituent parts of the mixture.

Frost-resistant plaster of this type has the following positive properties:

affordable cost;
vapor permeability;
low thermal conductivity;
waterproofness;
strength;
resistance to wall deformation;
high degree of sound insulation;
non-flammability;
immunity to mold;
ecological cleanliness;
long service life;
resistance to high and low temperatures;
high adhesion to all materials;
low specific gravity;
high speed of surface treatment;
no need for additional finishing.

Facade plaster after application to the surface has a presentable appearance. In terms of heat-insulating performance, it successfully replaces coverings made of foam plastic plates.

Warm facade plaster has certain advantages over other insulation materials.

These include the following:

Frost-resistant facade plaster, after being applied to the wall, creates a single monolithic layer. The absence of joints can significantly improve the insulating qualities.
The work on applying the solution is carried out in one stage. This allows the solution to be applied to the surface in one working day. This factor significantly reduces the cost of work.
Lack of cold bridges. When treating walls with warm plaster, no fastening material is used through which the cold passes to the main walls.
The simplicity of the technology makes it possible to carry out work on our own, without the involvement of hired workers
During surface insulation, deep drilling of the wall surface is not carried out. This prevents the construction of concrete panels from weakening and destruction from vibration.
It is not necessary to level the surfaces before applying the mortar. Disadvantages are eliminated immediately, in the process of applying plaster, which is an excellent filler for cracks and holes.
A unique opportunity to carry out insulation, restoration and insulation work on difficult surfaces. Due to the property of adhering to any material and retaining its shape, it is possible to cover any convex or concave surface with a solution of warm plaster.
Frost-resistant facade plaster has a composition that prevents the appearance and reproduction of insects, bacteria and fungi. In such a coating, mold will never appear, a colony of ants or a swarm of bees will not settle.
The environmental friendliness of the material allows it to be applied to the walls of glazed balconies. It is much faster and cheaper than traditional insulation using battens, glass wool and MDF panels.
The finished surface does not need to be sanded after drying. It looks like a rather fashionable and practical covering for a "fur coat".

Warming houses with this type of plaster is a fairly simple process that does not require the use of high technologies. At its core, this is a routine plastering job on the outer walls.

The building materials market offers various types of mixtures for house insulation. For external work, the most suitable is a frost-resistant mixture based on foam glass or expanded polystyrene filler.

Tools and materials

Goats, scaffolding or climbing equipment are used to insulate houses. Scaffolding and goats can be rented. It will be more difficult with climbing equipment, as it requires special skills.

For high-quality work, you need the following materials:

Warm plaster. Frost-resistant facade plaster is sold in 12 kg and 25 kg bags. Average consumption of the mixture per 1 sq. m of the base, with a layer thickness of 40 mm, is about 15 kg. As a rule, such a layer is sufficient to achieve the set goal of insulation and waterproofing.
Liquid primer. It is purchased in the amount necessary for high-quality processing of the base. Material consumption for all types of surface is indicated on the package.
Self-tapping screws and dowels for installing beacons. Purchased at the rate of 6 sets per 1 sq. m.
Reinforcing mesh. It is necessary to strengthen the material when applying two layers with a total thickness of more than 40 mm. The area of the mesh should be 30% larger than the area of the base, taking into account its overlapping laying.

To insulate facades, there are enough tools that are in almost every home.

The list of such tools and devices is rather small:

hammer drill with a set of drills for concrete and a mixer;
hammer;
screwdriver;
steel spatulas 10 cm and 50 cm;
notched trowel 40-50 cm;
building level;
paint brush;
paint roller;
a roller made of dense material;
plastering rule;
protective glasses and gloves;
a container for mixing the solution (at least 30 l);
mortar buckets;
rope for lifting buckets.

Preparatory work

Before insulating the house, it is necessary to prepare the surface of the wall.

This process includes the following actions:

removal of protruding fragments of reinforcement, brick and concrete;
cleaning the surface from unstable old coatings, paint and bitumen;
clearing interpanel joints from stone chips and old insulating material;
sealing large cracks and holes with facade sealant;
degreasing and dusting the base for insulation;
treatment of the base with a liquid primer;

You can start working in a day.

This is done as follows:

The mixture is poured from the bag into the container. Given the high consumption of material (30-40 liters of solution per 1 sq. M), you need to knead at least 12 kg of the mixture. Don't experiment and get creative by adding other substances. This can only spoil it.
Water is poured into the container. The proportions for the preparation of the solution are indicated on the packaging of the material. Using a mixer inserted into the perforator, the ingredients are mixed at low speeds. Depending on the volume of the material, this takes from 5 to 10 minutes.
The resulting solution should be left alone for 8-10 minutes, then mixed again. This is necessary to achieve complete homogeneity of the resulting material. Then you can use it. Liquid warm plaster retains its working qualities for 3-4 hours.

It should be noted that at high temperatures, the time for using the ready-made solution can be reduced to 1.5-2 hours. And, at temperatures above + 35 ° C, work is not recommended.

Laying is carried out in the following order:

Beacons are installed every 40-50 cm. This will make it possible to lay out a layer of mortar of precisely calibrated thickness. The recommended size of one layer of plaster is no more than 40 mm. Otherwise, the material will slip and deform under its own weight.
The mortar is applied to the wall with a wide spatula. For ease of use, you can first apply the mixture with a smaller trowel. After processing 1-1.5 linear meters of the wall, the surface is leveled with a rule. The excess solution is collected in a bucket and reused.
The beacons are removed from the holes. The remaining holes are filled with mortar, the surface is leveled.
If the thickness of the coating is more than 40 mm, a reinforcing mesh is glued on top of the first level. You can glue it on the plaster 2 hours after applying it to the wall.
A layer of plaster is applied to the mesh, its surface is profiled with a notched trowel. This will allow the second layer to firmly bond with the first.
The second layer of plaster is applied in the same way as the first. The work is carried out after it has hardened. This takes 1-2 days.

The treated wall is a gray, grainy surface. The owner of the house decides for himself what to do next - to leave the wall as it is, or to make it smooth.

For grinding, an abrasive mesh and sandpaper are used. After sanding, the warm plaster hardens within 3-5 days, depending on the thickness of the coating applied.

Finishing

Finishing of the insulation applied to the facade of the house can be carried out in various ways.

For these purposes, the following materials are used:

frost-resistant paint;
ceramic tile;
fake diamond;
front thermal panels;
granite chips.

Before finishing, the surface of the coating is primed and cleaned from dirt and dust.

Coloring can be carried out in one, two or more steps until the color becomes even and uniform.

Ceramic tiles and artificial stone can be glued directly to plaster. Its surface is dense and strong enough to support the additional weight.

Facade panels are lightweight and have excellent thermal insulation properties. They can become not only a finishing material, but also an additional insulation.

They are attached to the surface with an adhesive solution. Convenient tongue-and-groove fastening allows for seamless panel joining.

Granite chips are applied to the facade using a spray gun or by hand. The basis of such a coating is a transparent varnish or paint.

In addition to undeniable beauty, granite chips will give the walls the properties of a very practical coating. On such a surface it will simply be impossible to write or scribble anything.

The insulated wall will serve the owners of the house for at least 25 years, protecting them from cold and dampness.

Modern mankind has come up with many different building materials that increase the service life of the building, allow the construction to be completed as soon as possible, are resistant to atmospheric precipitation, while being environmentally friendly and distinguished by aesthetic beauty.

One of these materials is warm facade plaster. This is a modern material that has recently appeared on the building materials market and has already gained popularity due to its characteristics. Possesses increased rates with heat preservation already in finished form.
In this article we will look at what warm plaster for the facade is, how it is applied to the surface and what characteristics it has.

Applying warm plaster to the facade of the house

What is warm plaster for facades made of?

The whole secret of its effectiveness is hidden precisely in the composition from which this material is made. It includes substances that are characterized by low heat conductivity.

Plaster is made from the following substances:

sawdust;
expanded clay crumb;
pumice and others.

Most often, in the manufacture of this plaster, a substance such as expanded polystyrene is used. This is a very cheap substance, but, nevertheless, it has excellent qualities that allow you to keep the heat in the room as much as possible.

Used expanded polystyrene in plaster for a better effect

It is also used not only for external work, but also for internal work, thereby ensuring a stable temperature in the house without sudden changes.

It is made from traditional materials such as cement, lime, and some other additives that give excellent results in practice.

An even more traditional material for the manufacture of warm plaster for facades is sawdust, which forms the basis, in addition to them, there are also paper, cement and clay in the composition. So, as we can observe, it is a very simple material that is environmentally friendly. It is also used, in addition to external, also in internal work, in which it is used even more often, since its composition is such that it sufficiently feels the effect of water. Therefore, its use is quite rare for facades, but it also comes across.

This type of warm plaster is very sensitive to the effects of fungi and dries up for a long time.

Another type of warm plaster for facades is with vermiculite in the composition. This rock is notable for its high hardness, it is very successfully used for insulation of facades.

Experts note that there are materials that better protect from cold and retain heat, but the main advantage is the cheapness of the material.

Vermiculite is used in plaster for better insulation at home and comes in packages of different sizes

Warm facade plaster still retains heat well. It is also often used in addition to warm plaster for the facade, as well as insulation inside. When combined, this gives very good results, allowing your home to lose less heat and be less affected by cold, gusty winds.

In addition, foam insulation is also used, the layer of which must be at least 10 centimeters. Only in such conditions will the house be very warm. And the walls of the house should be made of brick or reinforced concrete. This is the only way to ensure maximum heat savings.

If you use only warm plaster for the facade, then its layer should be about 20 centimeters.

Most often they use warm plaster, the layer of which does not exceed four centimeters. This creates conditions when the house is only slightly insulated, but the problem is not completely solved. If you use a layer of warm plaster for facades of more than five centimeters, then it will be very heavy and can fall off over time under its own weight.

To understand how much warm plaster can have for facades, a layer of only two centimeters in an area of one square meter weighs about twelve kilograms.

When warm plaster is used for facades

When and where plaster is applied:

how additional insulation at home, as well as protection from external noise, with which the plaster copes well;
additionally, you can insulate the floor and ceiling in your house;
you can also insulate windows, doors and door slopes;
insulate the joints;
to close up utilities, pipes and pipelines, wiring.

The application process is not difficult and does not require huge efforts, so almost everyone can insulate a house with warm plaster for facades.

How to insulate a house with warm facade plaster

The whole process of work does not require any special tools and devices. To do this, you will need the most common trowels, levels and spatulas.

Before applying the plaster to the wall, you must first prepare the surface. This means that you need to remove everything that is not firmly fixed, you need to knock down the tapping plaster, which can fall off under the pressure of the plaster, which, as we have already seen, weighs a lot and collapses the entire structure, so this work is very important. The walls need to be primed.

Before starting the actual process of applying to the walls, the plaster must be mixed, for this you need to add water to the container and pour the plaster according to the manufacturer's instructions, which is indicated on the bag. Mix this mass well with a mixer and let it brew for about five minutes, then mix again. The mass must be homogeneous, this is very important, since in the future the plaster may not adhere very tightly and crumble after a short time. So that there are no lumps in the plaster, you should clean the container well after each use, and it is also better to add water while stirring, and not add plaster.

Now that we have ready warm plaster for facades, we can proceed directly to the application process itself. Lighthouses are placed on the walls, the location of which must be set at a level. When our lighthouses are in the right place, we apply warm plaster for the facades. For this we need a trowel.

Each layer applied must be very carefully leveled and smoothed. It must be remembered that you cannot immediately apply a thick layer of plaster, since it can dry out for a very long time and fall off under its own weight or crack.

The maximum thickness of one layer cannot be more than 5 centimeters. And only after a few hours, when this layer is dry, can a new one be applied. When applying plaster for facades, do not forget that fixing beacons is important, this is, first of all, important when we apply thick layers.

It is also important to understand that the warm plaster itself is not the end of the work, because after we finish applying it, it will be necessary to apply a layer of some decorative material on top of it, because when the warm plaster for the facade dries up, the view will not be very aesthetic and not every self-respecting home owner will agree to have such an appearance of their facade.

Recall that each material has its own purpose, warm plaster has the function of warming the room, but it is not at all suitable for giving an aesthetically beautiful look to the facade of your house. The process of applying this material is quite simple, even if you do not have construction experience, then it will not be difficult to complete the whole process, the main thing in this matter is to take it seriously and do everything correctly.

Advantages of warm plaster for facades

Since the plaster is made from available and common components, its price will be correspondingly low. Also, a huge advantage over other insulation materials is its environmental friendliness, thanks to which you will not have health problems, especially for people suffering from allergic reactions, who are not recommended to use synthetic materials which do not allow air to pass through well, thereby creating problems.

Building and renovating a house means leveling the walls and reducing heat loss. For this, dry mixes and insulating materials are used. All this can be found in one warm plaster. It is about her that will be discussed in this article.

What is it?

Plastering compounds are a mixture of binding elements, fillers, plasticizers that improve the characteristics of additives and sand with different fractions free of impurities. For the most part, warm plaster is presented in a dry form, which should be diluted with water before use.

Composition

Building material differs from other analogs with specific fillers. It is they who give the result properties similar to heat-insulating materials.

In particular, the main additives are:

vermiculite;
wood fibers or sawdust;
modified clay;
powdered pumice;
expanded polystyrene granules.

In addition to functional features, the listed elements give the coating a different structure.

Some options are used as a finishing decor. Others cover paints and varnishes after preliminary priming and complete drying of the surface.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main task of the plaster is to level the base. The material differs in its physical characteristics from most of the offered products.

Lightweight and practical finish

Among them, the positive ones include:

a high degree of adhesion to mineral and wood substrates, which do not have to be pre-leveled;
while observing the maximum permissible layer, the use of reinforcing material is not required;
the breathable composition of the coating does not allow heat and cold, noise and dust to pass through;
mainly contains natural raw materials;
comfortable use;
frost resistance and resistance to weather extremes;
light weight, which does not allow the formation of "cellulite" influxes under the weight of the solution;
forms a coating close to monolithic;
with the exception of the filler in the form of polystyrene, the constituent substances are non-combustible materials.

In addition, warm plaster is considered unattractive to rodents and microbiological organisms. This eliminates the use of various kinds of antiseptic compounds that can cause an allergic reaction.

Lots of positive aspects and advantages over analogues do not exclude the presence of disadvantages. These include:

as a rule, the maximum value of the applied layer does not exceed 20 mm;
if plaster is used as an alternative to other heat insulators, then the layer must be at least 5 cm, which affects the foundation due to the total load;
depending on the composition, the material is capable of absorbing moisture, therefore, when choosing, this indicator should be taken into account;
when applying the solution again, it is imperative to use a reinforcing mesh.

It is believed that such a warm plaster, however, should not be considered a composition that fully replaces insulation. The material has a similar property, among others, but it is not the only one.

Application area

On a gypsum binder, the composition is used only indoors. On a lime and cement basis, warm plaster is used for finishing the facade of the house, including decorating it.

Upon detailed examination, the solution is used in the following cases:

Filling cracks, crevices and voids.
Sealing butt joints between slabs.
Formation of openings for windows and doors.
Insulation: walls and building structures as a whole; water supply risers; sewerage system.

The material also copes with leveling the base. But in view of the cost, it makes sense to give preference to analogs with a permissible single-layer application exceeding 2 cm.

Types and features

Insulating gypsum plaster is characterized by minimal resistance to variable humidity. Therefore, it is used only indoors in dry rooms. More often, cement is used as a base, since it copes with changes in operating conditions much better. Such compositions are used for facade elements.

Plaster with thermal insulation additives for outdoor use differs in fillers, which affect the characteristic properties of the mixture:

Organic ones are represented by expanded polystyrene with a fraction of 1-1.5 mm, which is not very durable. It is added to cement and lime compositions. The versatility of warm plaster is limited by its combustibility. The coating is recommended to be processed with materials as a finishing decoration.
Mineral make up for the deficiencies of organic matter. These include: quartz glass is waterproof, does not allow heat to pass through and does not shrink; porous raw materials of volcanic origin : vermiculite from mica is afraid of nothing but water; obsidian perlite needs protection from moisture.
Sawdust is inferior to a long drying time, but is excellent for processing bricks and wood. Among these fillers are used: sawdust, paper.

The latter mixes usually have cement or clay as a base. Manufacturers recommend using such mixtures for interior work. This is due to the fact that the presence of wind is not allowed during the drying process.

Mineral fillers include pumice with expanded clay. These materials are inferior to their analogues in all respects, therefore they are used extremely rarely.

Top manufacturers

If we consider the building material from the point of view of manufacturers, then the most famous brand is the German company Knauf. This brand has established itself among the first in the post-Soviet space.

Materials differ high quality... All tasks that are assigned to the material are performed in accordance with the specified parameters. The main condition is compliance with the rules for the use and preparation of plaster.

Domestic counterparts also cope with the main tasks, to one degree or another. For example:

Haunklif contains acrylic and glass. Can be applied to any porous substrates. It has low thermal conductivity, vapor permeability, does not accumulate moisture. Differs in environmental friendliness. The material is relatively new, so it is almost impossible to acquire a fake.
Thermoum can be used to process any substrates inside and outside the room. The plaster contains 99% mineral elements, which indicates its environmental friendliness and non-combustibility. The pores in the coating account for 55% of the volume. This prevents moisture from retaining in the base. The hydrophobicity allows the product to be used as a moisture barrier for walls.
Warmmix it is characterized by high adhesion to any substrates without the use of primers. Unlike the previous version, it can be used for thermal insulation of the facade of the building.

Warm plaster Umka is suitable for indoor work. Differs in high strength and moisture resistance. It does an excellent job of insulating walls from noise and cold outside.

Heat-insulating plaster Knauf Grünband

Grünband German warm facade plaster can be applied to all substrates. The application method can be either manual or machine. The latter allows you to speed up the processing process.

The tasks that Grünband copes with:

waterproofing of facades and rooms with high humidity;
strengthening of the base surface;
prevention of the appearance of cracks during shrinkage of the building or from mechanical impact from the side;
decorative design of the base, which only needs to be painted.

The fraction of the components does not exceed 1.5 mm. This suggests that the coating is distinguished by the density of the coating and comfort in relation to the application of the solution.

How to make warm plaster with your own hands

The modern market is represented by everything you need to make plaster yourself, including warm plaster. The basis of the mixture, as a rule, includes cement and refined sand.

To impart the heat-insulating properties of the plaster, perlite or vermiculite is added to the composition in a ratio of 4 to 1 relative to cement. As a plasticizer, you can use PVA construction glue in an amount of up to 60 grams per 10 liters of plaster. It is important to mix all the elements thoroughly, leave for about 20 minutes and repeat shaking.

DIY application technology

Warm plaster is used more often for outdoor use. Activities for plastering the walls outside are carried out in warm weather. It is desirable that it be calm. So the result will be better. If beacons are used, then after the coating has hardened, they should be removed, and the voids should be filled with warm plaster.

Preparatory work

Substrate before plastering requires standard preparation. To do this, you need to eliminate:

old coating in the form of plaster and paint;
protruding reinforcement elements;
available material for wall insulation;
excess adhesive solution between the blocks from which the building is erected.

It is advisable to pre-fill all grooves. Some manufacturers claim that no priming is required. Most experts disagree with this.

Required tool

To prepare the plaster, you will need a container and a mixer. You can purchase a special attachment for a drill or hammer drill. To work with the solution, you will need a spatula (front and auxiliary) and a rule.

Fixtures and tools

When using lighthouses, plaster is applied by machine or by hand. Then the mixture is leveled with a trapezoid-shaped cloth. The surplus is used further.

Reinforcement

Additional reinforcement is not required for a single layer application of the mortar. However, there is often a need for a coating in excess of 20 mm. In this case, a mesh with cells up to 5x5 mm is used. It will prevent the coating from cracking.

The reinforcement process looks like this:

the first layer of plaster is applied;
after 100-120 minutes, the plaster mesh is attached using a notched trowel;
the next layer of solution is applied after 1.5-2 days.

Reinforcement

Each stage, with the exception of reinforcement, is carried out after the base or fresh coating has completely dried. Priming is taken into account in this case.

Calculation of the amount of material

Before grouting the plaster, it is imperative to take into account the fact that the solution has a limited duration of action. As a rule, it equates to 4 hours.

Layer thickness calculation

For sound insulation, a layer of warm plaster 5 mm thick is sufficient. For thermal insulation, 50 mm is considered optimal. For leveling, the layer is calculated depending on the differences that need to be eliminated. If they exceed 5 cm, then it is recommended to pre-use analogs without heat-insulating fillers.

Mixture consumption

If the plaster layer is 20 mm, then you will need about 12 kg of dry mix per 1 sq. meter. With a two-layer coating, you will need 2 times more material.

Application

The rules for applying warm material are actually the same as for other analogues. The differences lie in the reinforcement and drying time of the coating. In particular, the latter is about 3 hours. The level of maximum strength of the insulating plaster is gaining within a month.

Application of the mixture

To give smoothness, the hardened surface is moistened with water and treated with a float. Possible deficiencies can be corrected within 2 hours.

Let's summarize

Warm plaster is used as a leveling building material similar to conventional counterparts. Also, mixtures are used to treat facades and walls indoors with any humidity. Characteristic feature This plaster has a thermal insulating property, along with which the coating does not transmit noise.

Affordable cost of warm plaster and a wide range of applications have clear advantage before analogs. Besides, T warm plaster can be prepared with your own hands.