Polymer putty: what it is and why it is needed

The market of building materials is replenished annually with new and improved products. Among the wide range of choices can make even the most demanding customers.

One of the most popular building materials is polymer puttywhich is produced not only domestic but also foreign manufacturers. With the help of this material, you can prepare the floor, walls, and the ceiling for further finishing work.

Many wonder what a polymer putty is and how it differs from the usual. Putty is a material with a special composition based on polymers, which is used to align various types of surfaces in different rooms.

Polymer putty is a relatively new type of material of this type. Despite its novelty, From year to year it becomes more and more popular compared to the most common types of putty:

• Polymeric material is considered more stable and more reliable.
• The solution applied to one or another surface dries much faster than usual.

• During the drying process, no shrinkage is formed, resulting in a smooth surface.
• Also, after the material dries, no cracks will form on the walls or on the floor. Putty not showered. Of course, so that all priming and finishing works are successful, it is very important not only to acquire quality products, but also to comply with all instructions for their preparation and application.

• This type of material is very easy to apply on a wide variety of surfaces. Polymer putty is great for interior work. In addition, you can easily cope with it yourself, without resorting to the help of specialists.
• Thanks to this type of putty, you can quickly prepare the walls for sticking wallpaper or painting them.

If we compare the polymer putty with its other varieties, for example, on a plaster basis, we can conclude that the polymer is considered to be more moisture-resistant, so that it is ideal for rooms with a high level of humidity.

The important point is also that such the putty can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces, since it has very high adhesion properties. This is due to the fact that it contains special film-forming components and polymers. From the same composition and the name of the material.

Today in the market of building materials You can find several varieties of polymer fillers, which include:

• latex;
• acrylic.

Latex options from various companies are used exclusively for interior decorating, most often finishing repairs.

Latex fillers have the following advantages:

• They are very durable, ductile and durable.
• Easy to apply, do not require special skills in cooking.
• Safe for humans and the environment. Do not have an unpleasant smell.

In turn, acrylic putty also does not go to the background, but their range of use is slightly wider. They can be used not only for internal, but also for external finishing works due to a more stable composition. Very often, acrylic varieties are used for facades. They are considered waterproof, not afraid of moisture and temperature changes.

Also to the varieties of polymer putty can be attributed, and polymer cement. In its composition can be found cement, lime and some mineral additives. This putty is suitable for more serious work, such as the alignment of the walls of concrete, as well as brick and cement surfaces of various types. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

Latex and acrylic putty can not be applied to a surface thickness of more than 3-5 millimeters. If you need to hide large errors on the surface, and there are serious defects on it, it is best to use a polymer-cement kind of putty, which can be applied with a layer up to 20 mm.

Speaking of polymer cement putty, it is important to note that its technical characteristics are much higher than others. This variety is considered to be frost-resistant, moisture-proof, water-repellent and environmentally friendly in composition.

Before you buy a putty, be sure to consider the following points:

• what kind of finishing work you will need it;
• the conditions in which the surface will be treated with a putty (it is imperative to take into account the regular temperature conditions, as well as its differences);
• You should select the manufacturer you need to purchase a high-quality building material that will serve you for many years.

Putty manufacturers offer two types: dry and finished. Of course, the second problem is less, because you just have to open the jar with the mixture, and the first will need to be diluted according to the instructions. However, the compositions of such products are almost identical. Ready-made options are a bit more expensive, and dry ones will require additional time and effort to prepare them.

Prepare the surface with putty before important finishing work can even be yourself, without the help of professionals.

Apply the putty to the surface with your own hands, because its composition does not require special preparations. Often it is sold ready. If you choose a powder mixture, then, based on the instructions, it must be properly diluted with water. It is important to fill the dry putty parts, that is, in portions, and not all at once.

Putty can not be applied to unprepared surfaces and walls. To get started, it is very important to clean them of various contaminants, fat stains and residues from old finishing materials. In addition, it is very important not to forget about pre-priming the surface. Only after these preparations can be applied layer of putty.

The widest range of building materials offers a lot of options for putties for every taste and wallet of the buyer. Further we recommend to pay attention to especially popular and demanded varieties of putty from various manufacturers.

• Polymer putty Axton ideal for wallpaper, tile and other decorative wallcoverings. In addition, this putty perfectly breaths.
• Putty Finish control will help eliminate a variety of defects on the surface.Made from a proven and safe material that does not even emit toxic substances into the environment over time.

• Special attention should be paid to flexible putty. Fibrelastic, which has an excellent composition and characteristics.
• We also recommend to pay attention to the finishing putty. Bolars, Etalon, Polygran and Hercules. All have excellent properties, they are easily suited for the most real pros of their business.
• For those who want to buy a dry mix, it’s best to look at a proven putty called "SHPP-white".

Many buyers say that polymer putty from domestic manufacturers is an ideal replacement for the usual options, because it has many advantages. Despite the fact that prices for polymer varieties are higher than for regular ones, customers do not refuse to buy them.

Many buyers point out that they even use polymer putty on polystyrene, since other options are least suitable. Also great strength putty noted masters who used it to level the surface of concrete.

Some buyers leave ambiguous reviews about polymer clay from PVA, saying that it is best to purchase ordinary acrylic polymer putty in the finished form.

To ensure that the coating of polymer putty was of high quality, do not apply it over plaster. Any one solution will be the best option. This is due to the fact that several types of putty can affect the quality of further finishing work.

Plastic putty allows you to reduce material costs and at the same time to obtain the most even surface. In addition, plastic putty dries many times faster than others.

In preparation, the putty can be stored for up to twelve hours, the main thing is that the container is tightly closed. This is very convenient, especially if you do not have time to carry out repairs: you can easily continue them later.

A great example for leveling the surface of walls can be the use of polymer putty and a wide trowel. With it, you can handle many times faster. Before each subsequent layer, be sure to dry the previous one.

Many experts recommend to use a special polymer mesh to level the walls, over which the putty is applied. With its help you can get not only a flat surface, but also a durable and wear-resistant layer of material.

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