As plastered brick wall

This article is about, how to plaster brick wall. After the cement is applied to the brick walls of your room, you need to prepare them for painting works with the help of plaster. Plaster brick wall not a difficult process, it is very similar to plastering drywall, but you must follow a few basic rules to get a good result. Consequently, it is necessary to apply two coats of plaster, first slightly rougher, and the second should be very thin. Once the two layers have dried, you must carefully align the surface with sandpaper, this will make it even tidier.

Make sure the surface is ready for application of plaster. If we are talking about a new building, you should align the walls with cement and allow them to dry for a few days. If you want to upgrade the old plaster, then you need to carefully remove the layers of paint and sand the surface. In addition, the walls of PVA should be applied containing the primer according to the manufacturer's instructions, it is necessary to plaster adheres well to the walls.

In order to knead the plaster, You need a few tools: a clean bucket, construction mixer, spatula. Pour the water in a bucket (1/3 volume), and then gradually add the plaster. After a couple of minutes you should begin to carefully stir the solution until you get the consistency of material similar to the cream. If the plaster does not fall from the spatula, which means that it is ready.

To plastering the brick wall, you need the following:

materials

• plaster,
• water

Tools

• protective gloves,
• points
• resperator

Tasks

• Apply plaster finishing coat after the main layer has dried

Time

First layer - 10 one day per employee m2dlya

Second layer - one day per worker 10 m2dlya

As plastered brick wall

Before you begin to paint a room, you have to plaster the wall to level the surface. To do this, you need to apply two coats of plaster: the first should be the average grain size, and the second should be very thin.

First, you must prepare plaster, either manually (with a spatula) or mechanically (using a drill with a nozzle for mixing with a mixer or building). Pour liter of water in a bucket (3 L), pour plaster and wait 5 minutes. After that, start mixing until you get a creamy consistency.

Once you have mixed the solution, you have to put it on the wall with a trowel. Apply the plaster on the trowel, with a small rubber spatula.

Apply the plaster on the wall repeated semi-circular movements until you get an even layer over the entire surface. Make sure that you keep the trowel at an angle relative to the wall, make a layer about 2 mm.

Continue the process wall plastering same manner remember stirred solution every 10 minutes and add a little water, if necessary. Plaster dries quickly, so you should keep an eye on the consistency of the solution.

As a rule, if the plaster has the right consistency, it will not fall off the spatula. Try to apply a layer of uniform, but do not worry, if you have noticed a small defect, you fix it later.

In this photo you can see in detail how to plaster a wall. Therefore, keep in mind these important aspects: the plaster should be correct sequence, and the solution should be mixed properly, you need to keep the trowel at an angle and apply the solution evenly layer.

Smart advice: If you want a professional look, you do not need to plaster the two adjacent walls (which form an angle) at once. Wait a few hours until the plaster dries a bit. At this time, you can plaster the opposition of the wall, using the methods described above.

Another aspect that you should take into account the joints of the walls to the ceiling. As you can see in the picture, you have to plaster the walls to the ceiling. If these areas are not available, then you can use a folding ladder or workbench. Make sure that the bottom surface is flat, otherwise you run the risk of getting injured.

Work with patience and every 10 minutes evaluate your work, looking at it from a distance. The surface must be perfectly flat, but at the same time there should be no major depressions and irregularities.

Allow the plaster to dry for 20 minutes before beginning to correct the shortcomings. Next, take a spatula and go over the surface again, this will make it flat and smooth. Remember that you do not need to press too hard with a spatula, but so as to smooth the surface.

If you notice a slide or holes in a layer of plaster, you need to add another solution until you remove them completely. Furthermore, it is possible to sprinkle water on the wall by using a large brush, spatula and then remove irregularities.

Plaster brick walls: a second layer

Once applied a first layer of plasterYou have to let it dry for at least one day. Then, you must apply a finishing plaster layer, using the same methods as described above.

The last layer should be much thinner, so make sure you buy the right is the finish plaster. The image shows how to apply the plaster around switches and electrical outlets, before this, always make sure that you are disconnected from their electricity.

The last layer of plaster must be applied across the surface of the wall, so make sure you do it evenly. Use a spatula to apply the plaster on the wall and try to cover all irregularities.

Take your time and make sure you thoroughly mixed plaster solution. Must done the entire surface of your room, from the bottom up to the ceiling, around outlets and switches.

In this picture you see that you also have to plaster the walls around the windows and to align the angles, if necessary. Installing metal angle profile on the wall is not difficult, but it can make a difference if properly done properly.

The main advantage of corner profiles is that they reinforce the edges of the bumps, and that they create a straight edge on all length. Of course it needs to be fixed before the beginning of the work, and then apply the plaster on it so that it could be seen.

Try to distribute the solution uniformly by moving up and down with a spatula, and a circular motion. Remember that the last layer of plaster should not be too thick.

sanding plaster

After application of the topcoat, you should leave it for at least a day to allow it to dry. The next step in the process of grouting, a surface grinding using abrasive paper with different granularity. Thus, you should use the average sandpaper first to remove large bumps, and then finish the process with a fine sandpaper.

Before grinding the walls is necessary to cover the doors and other items in the room (furniture, wiring, radiators, etc.) using adhesive tape and plastic sheeting. In addition, we strongly recommend that you wear a respirator, because during sanding plaster walls will be a lot of dust. This dust irritates the respiratory tract and mucous membranes of the eyes, so it is best to wear a respirator mask and glasses, just in case.

Sanding plaster walls very serious work, because it is an important step before painting the room. Poor performance is evident, as the walls are flat and smooth, so you have to focus and work with great caution.

The best way to sanding the walls is to use a grinding unit. Of course, you can use a grinder, but the cheapest way is to use a sanding block. In addition, you should use the first average sandpaper (120 fine) and align the entire surface of your room. Make sure you do not miss any spots. After that, it is necessary to grind again, but using a fine sandpaper (150 is perfect).

Smart advice: In order to identify the areas with irregularities, it is possible to use a flashlight.

 Grind the surface with medium sandpaper, making sure you do not miss any spots. To cover the entire area of ​​work, use a sanding block, otherwise the wall will not be uniform. Use a circular motion and apply more effort in areas that are not sovpodayut with the rest of the surface.

Smart advice: Before starting work, we would advise to shelter wrap windows and doors, as grinding dust can block hinges and locks.

Next, you need to polish your walls with very fine sandpaper. This process helps to mitigate the appearance of the plaster and make it very uniform. Grind well as long as you do not remove all irregularities, and make sure they are all on the same level.

The image shows the differences in some areas, some of which are darker in color, as opposed to the wall surface. The explanation is simple: the light color is the second layer of plaster, while the darker areas represent the first layer of plaster. When grinding the surface, you will see in some areas, the first layer of plaster, which means that you have leveled the wall.

In this photo you can see the dust, which is the result of grinding, and believe me, there will be plenty of dust. Therefore prepared a lot of vacuuming.

Do not, under any circumstances, use brooms, brush or broom, so you make it worse. However, if anything other than the broom at hand would not you use it, but before that, sprinkle floor with water. So dust will not get in the air.

After the hard work, you can relax for a while to enjoy the result of your efforts. The wall surface must be smooth and ready for painting. Check again the surface of the walls before applying the paint. Last but not least, try to remove dust particles from the walls, using a fine brush or cloth. Do not use abrasive materials, they may leave marks on the surface.

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