Not so long ago, a finishing material for interior walls appeared on the construction markets, which is able to give a room an aesthetic modern look and at once even out minor defects. At the same time, the cladding process will not be difficult and will be subject to even a beginner.
Liquid are a kind of decorative plaster. This is a new milestone in design and renovation. They are distinguished by their practicality and versatility, and include many advantages. The powdery mixture is presented in a wide range with a rich palette.
An assortment for every taste, with a variety of decorative additives, such as:
- stone chips;
- sequins;
- beads;
- wood shavings;
- color.
Wall decoration with liquid wallpaper: advantages and features
If we compare this type of facing material with rolled competitors, then the former have a number of positive points. For instance:
- simplicity of material preparation. No need to roll out paper sheets throughout the room, measure and cut to height;
- the main component is cellulose fiber, which is natural and therefore environmentally friendly;
- ease of workflow. There is no need to hire a master, to really cope with the task on your own;
- seamless even result that does not require pattern selection;
- "Breathable" material due to its vapor-permeable qualities;
- good thermal conductivity and sound insulation;
- preparation of the base does not require the elimination of minor defects;
- easy replacement of the damaged area, it is enough to remove the damaged fragment with a clerical knife and apply a new solution to the cleaned area;
- easy and quick removal of the cladding with water;
- the possibility of using the considered wallpaper plaster again.
The main disadvantage is the high price for this. Also, due to the low moisture resistance, the coating is not suitable for finishing a kitchen or bathroom without additional processing.
Wall preparation: requirements
Before applying the finishing coat, you need to prepare the base.
If this is not done, the result will be low-quality and short-lived.
The preparatory stage includes several operations:
- if there is an old cladding, it must be removed;
- clean the wall, get rid of the remnants of glue, peeling plaster;
- cover the base with 3 coats of primer.
Dry the previous coat completely before applying a new primer coat.
- apply plaster putty to the base surface;
- make sure that there are no tangible irregularities;
- roughen the base with a hammer or a special hatchet for better adhesion of the material;
- cover the base with white water-based paint in several layers.
For better adhesion, PVA glue is added to the paint.
What is the DIY application technology
Decorative plaster is applied by hand: with a spatula, trowel or roller, depending on certain conditions and the personal convenience of the master. It is advisable to fill large areas with wallpaper using a mechanical method, namely, using a special-purpose cannon, the so-called hopper.
How to glue correctly: step by step instructions
to finish, arm yourself with special tools, mix the powder correctly and adhere to a proven application technique - the way to a successful and high-quality repair result.
Tools for work
Nowadays, the process of covering a wall with decorative plaster simplifies the variety of special work accessories. Some tools are simply irreplaceable, while others can be completely dispensed with. Below is the main inventory:
- large container for mixing the composition;
- plexiglass or stainless steel spatula for applying a finishing coating to the surface;
- special corner spatulas are used when filling corner sections. Some craftsmen still believe that such places are more convenient to handle with your fingers.
- a small-width metal spatula (8-10 cm) for applying the solution to the main tool;
- trowel - an alternative to a spatula, it is a flat device with a handle in the middle;
- a special roller - an alternative to a spatula and a trowel;
- transparent grater for grouting the resulting result, eliminating bulges, giving an even effect;
- the hopper gun will save time and is suitable for cladding large rooms.
Application: all methods
At the beginning of work, it is necessary to prepare the material in accordance with the instructions. The dry powder is mixed with clean water in the desired consistency (on average, 5 liters of water are added to one package).
The mixture is poured into a container and water is gradually poured in, while the mass is thoroughly mixed by hand until a homogeneous composition is obtained. As a result, the solution is like thick sour cream.
It is recommended to shake the bag with the contents before pouring the powder into the container.
For better mixing, the mixture should be diluted with water one packet at a time. Then the finished solution should be left to “ripen” for 20-40 minutes.
After preparing the decorative solution with a smooth spatula at a slight angle, 10-15 degrees, with smooth movements of the hands, apply it to the surface. Also, this procedure can be done with a trowel or roller. The layer thickness should not exceed 2-3 mm.
The work cannot be left for tomorrow or another day, as different drying times can provoke the appearance of seams.
After applying the material, it is important to pay attention to the evenness of the result. If there are bumps, remove them with a moistened float when the composition has set, but has not yet had time to dry.
The use of powder of different colors is practiced. They are mixed and combined. Creative owners will be able to paint an interesting drawing on the wall using a thick solution. To do this, before drawing, the sketch is transferred with a pencil to the base surface, then painted over with the composition.
When using a hopper, it should be borne in mind that not all types of dry mix are suitable for this. Spraying the composition is required carefully, without long delays in one area.
You need to apply the solution first to one area, and then smoothly move to another. The decorative finish dries up in 1-3 days.
Can I paint
If desired, you can update the appearance and change, lined with solutions from dry mixtures, painting them with a roller with a fur nozzle. This procedure can be repeated an unlimited number of times. There are no special types of paint for this type of coating, so paints are used:
- water emulsion;
- acrylic;
- latex;
- silicone.
If you adhere to certain rules, decorative plaster will not deteriorate as a result of painting. Renovation of the interior will not require large financial investments and will not take much time. The work will seem easy enough.
Possible disadvantages include the fact that after applying the paint, the surface will already be solid, the patterns will become invisible. In addition, it is no longer possible to remove the decorative facing coating with plain water.
For a long service life, the wall surface is coated with acrylic varnish. After that, the contaminated sections of the wall are cleaned with a damp sponge.
If the wall was not varnished after finishing, it is absolutely impossible to wash it with water. In this case, you need to use a vacuum cleaner. You can restore the damaged area by removing the damaged fragment. It is necessary to soak it in water and reapply it to its original place.
How long do they serve
The decorative material has good wear resistance and durability. Subject to the conditions of application, use and maintenance, the cladding will last for years.
High-quality finishing of a room with solutions from dry mixes is an excellent design solution. Even in the absence of skills, repairs will not seem time-consuming, but will certainly delight the owners. The ability to mix colors, complement the composition with various blotches and create unique images gives freedom to fantasies and interesting ideas.
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Date: 26.06.2017
Covering the walls with a pasty base has many advantages over conventional roll wallpaper. The complete absence of seams and ease of application have earned the material popularity and positive reviews. You can make repairs using liquid wallpaper with your own hands. Figuring out how to apply them to the wall is not at all difficult. In many ways, coating is similar to filling or painting. Let's take a closer look at how to glue liquid wallpaper!
Choosing a wall covering
Different brands of dry base for preparing wall coverings differ little in quality. The products of French enterprises are considered the best. A wide range of colors is presented, allowing you to embody any design ideas. The price of the product is correspondingly high. Turkey offers a cheaper dry base, while the quality of the product remains high. The most affordable in terms of price are Russian-made products.
Liquid wallpaper design
Drawings on the walls using liquid wallpaper
Wall decoration with liquid wallpaper
The choice of building material is carried out taking into account the personal preferences of the buyer and the general interior of the room. Products vary in color and texture. Some manufacturers add glitters, gold or silver fibers, and other elements of the customer's choice to the original product.
Preparing the room for renovation
Careful processing and preparation of the room for renovation is the key to a good result. First of all, the old coating should be removed. The whole room is processed with sandpaper, dust, mold are removed, minor irregularities are smoothed out. Cracks and defects in the walls must be repaired.
A well-prepared plane should be relatively flat and monochromatic, without stains. It should be remembered that a wet mortar can damage the putty layer. The walls are covered with white water-based paint. Hats of nails and screws are also painted over with white paint. Wooden surfaces are treated with oil paint: believe me, we know how to glue liquid wallpaper
Sealing cracks in the walls with a spatula
Smoothing irregularities before applying liquid wallpaper
Sanding the surface with sandpaper before gluing with liquid wallpaper
Mix preparation
Before preparing the mortar, carefully read the manufacturer's instructions. Some types of wallpaper are prepared in advance, 5-15 hours before the start of repair work. The product consists of shredded pieces of cellulose, silk fibers and dry glue. Manufacturers often add various decorative elements to the dry base. If desired, you can add a small amount of decor yourself.
All items can be packaged in separate bags or in one package. If the components are packed separately, they should be thoroughly dry mixed. Mixing is done on a flat surface by hand. At this stage, you can control the number of decorative elements.
Before preparing a mixture of liquid wallpaper, you should carefully study the instructions for use. In some cases, the dry material is poured with water, in others, the dry base is poured into water.
To prepare the construction mixture, you will need a plastic container (bucket, basin, etc.) with a volume of 7 liters and a diameter of 50 cm. The future mixture is easily soaked in water and the container is completely cleaned after use.
Dilution of liquid wallpaper
Water for liquid wallpaper
The process of preparing liquid wallpaper
The water is used clean, filtered, without sediment. Depending on the manufacturer, the label indicates the temperature of the water and the mixing ratio of the solution. Even if there are no temperature requirements, it is better to heat the water up to 25-30 degrees. Hands should be comfortable when stirring the solution. At the same time, one package of dry base is kneaded in a container. In one batch, it is necessary to prepare a sufficient amount of mortar to finish the entire room. Stirring is carried out in several containers. Mix preparation stages:
- Put the contents of the wallpaper bag into the prepared container.
- Pour the required amount of clean water into a measuring container according to the instructions on the package.
- Add water to a container with a dry base.
- Stir the building mixture by hand until smooth. For mixing, you can use special mechanical devices (stirrers, etc.).
- If necessary, bring the mixture to the consistency of heavy cream, gradually adding a small amount of water. Too thick and dense paste is difficult to apply, and the consumption of building components increases. The liquid mixture can drip off a vertical surface.
Liquid wallpaper before gluing
Mixing liquid wallpaper with your hands
Instructions for preparing liquid wallpaper
Material application
In fact, liquid wallpaper is a type of plaster and is applied to the surface to be treated with a spatula. To apply the building base, you will need the following tools:
- Spatula 20 to 70 cm wide
- Trowel (trowel)
- Spray gun (spray gun)
- Special grater made of plastic or metal
The ready-made solution is collected in small portions with a trowel or by hand and applied to the wall or with a spatula. With a slight movement of the spatula, the substance is distributed over the surface. The tool is placed at a slight angle to the wall so that the mortar is forced out from under the trowel. The layer thickness is determined by the manufacturer's recommendations and is usually 2-3 mm. One package of wallpaper is enough for 4-6 square meters.
A construction trowel can be used from metal, glass or plastic, but always with a flat surface.
During the work, the material is applied at eye level. Stretching on toes or bending over is not recommended to avoid unevenness and defects. For convenience, a ladder or chair is used.
Application of liquid wallpaper with a spatula
Applying liquid wallpaper to the wall with a trowel
Applying liquid wallpaper to a clean surface
The distribution of the liquid mixture is carried out in small areas. Each subsequent portion of the solution joins the previous one. After processing 1-1.5 square meters, the site is leveled with a special construction float. The tool is moistened with water from a spray bottle and the wallpaper is additionally smoothed. The grater is placed at an angle of 10-15 degrees relative to the wall and with little effort is carried over the surface. After leveling, continue wallpapering.
Laying the fibers of the paste solution directly depends on the direction of movement of the spatula and trowel. If you plan to create a uniform interior in the room, the movements of the spatula should always be directed in one direction. Short movements with a float are made several times in different directions on the same area. Thus, the fibers in the building product are evenly and evenly distributed. It is possible to create background shapes and patterns using fibers located in different directions on some parts of the wall.
Additional processing
The low moisture resistance of the building composition is both an advantage and a disadvantage of liquid wallpaper. If a part of the wall covering is defective, the damaged part can be easily replaced. When using wallpaper in the bathroom or kitchen, additional processing is required. Common colorless varnish is often used. Some manufacturers give their recommendations for choosing a moisture-resistant treatment. Certain types of varnish can be mixed into the solution at the stage of preparing the glue mass. The use of a protective coating can significantly increase repair costs.
Protective coating on liquid wallpaper
Moisture-resistant protective coating for green liquid wallpaper
Protective clear varnish on liquid wallpaper
The moisture-resistant coating must be an environmentally friendly substance, free of solvents and impurities. After drying, the varnish increases the moisture resistance and durability of liquid wallpaper. The protected surface can be wet cleaned with mild cleaning agents, without accidental dripping. Repairing and replacing damaged parts with new ones becomes difficult.
Replacing part of the wallpaper
In some cases, the wall covering is damaged as a result of mechanical action, the ingress of various liquids or technical work on laying a cable, etc. Unlike conventional roll wallpaper, any part of the liquid base can be replaced. As a rule, after repair, a small amount of dry base is left for such an event.
Replacing the damaged area of \u200b\u200bliquid wallpaper
Removing old liquid wallpaper
Tools for removing liquid wallpaper and applying new
Damaged area is moistened with water from a spray bottle or a wet cloth. With a metal tool (spatula, etc.), remove the soaked wallpaper. If the material has not been damaged and is removed for technical work, it is removed in a clean glass jar and used later. The defective wallpaper is discarded and replaced with new ones. After carrying out the planned maintenance, the surface is covered with a primer.
The edges of the coating adjacent to the repaired area are moistened and softened. For embedding a small area, a new batch of dry base is carried out in sufficient quantities. If the removed material has not been damaged, it is diluted with clean water to a homogeneous pasty mass and applied back to the wall. The site is processed with a construction float.
Liquid mix benefits
- The material does not require a perfectly flat surface for quality application. A pasty solution allows you to smooth out small defects.
- The product does not have an unpleasant odor, unlike paint.
- A few millimeters of paper is a good additional wall insulation. This quality is especially true in cold climates.
- The pasty mass provides additional sound insulation, which is appreciated in urban apartments.
- The coating is free of seams and joints, any unsealed gaps are filled with a pasty base.
- The spreadable mixture can be spread in a vertical or horizontal plane, at any angle.
- There is no need for the correct selection of the pattern and cutting the paper roll, there is no unnecessary scraps.
- The solution can be applied independently, without resorting to the services of professional repairmen.
Repair work is significantly accelerated when using liquid wallpaper. The paste is easily applied to any surface. If desired, the room is decorated with different colors and patterns or pictures are created in frames. Even a non-professional builder will cope with home repairs. Rooms in an apartment or a private house acquire a fresh, well-groomed look, and the variety of shades and fillers presented allows you to choose wallpaper for any interior.
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How to glue liquid wallpaper: video instruction
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From the author: hello dear readers. Sooner or later, we all have to update the look of our apartment. And the main role in this large-scale production is assigned, of course, to wallpaper. There are many types of them: vinyl, paper, non-woven, textile, and this is not a complete list.
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But there is one category that differs from those listed both in the method of application and in the final appearance of the surface. We are talking about liquid wallpaper, which, after its appearance on the market, quickly gained high popularity, and absolutely deservedly.
But, like any novelty, not everyone liked them. First of all, ordinary ignorance and, as a consequence, various fears play a role here. As a result, many people deny themselves the pleasure of using this wonderful and convenient material for decoration. That is why we decided to raise this topic today, telling in detail how to glue liquid wallpaper on the wall.
What is liquid wallpaper, and what are they made of
This mysterious material is a mixture of cellulose or cotton fibers, acrylic, glue and dyes. Sometimes additives are added to it to give more originality: sequins, silk particles, silver and golden threads, mica, quartz chips and others.
When dry, the mixture looks roughly like sawdust and does not generate much enthusiasm. But after applying to the wall and completely drying, the nondescript composition turns into a beautiful, warm, usually rough coating. However, the roughness depends on the type of mixture, the result can be both a smooth and textured surface.
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Like any other material, liquid wallpaper has certain advantages and disadvantages. And now we will definitely list them so that you have an objective picture. Let's start with the merits:
- naturalness. Thanks to this quality, the composition can be used both in the nursery and in the bedroom, without fear of a negative effect on the body. In addition, all components of the mixture have antistatic properties. This means that the surface of the walls will not attract dust to itself;
- versatility. Liquid wallpaper will be appropriate in any room, with their help you can create any design;
- creating a flat surface. When applied, the diluted mass perfectly fills in all small cracks in the walls and masks small defects. As a result, the coating looks absolutely even, and the initial flaws do not manifest themselves in any way;
- are not deformed. Unlike ordinary wallpaper, which, when the walls shrink, can wrinkle and peel off, liquid wallpaper can be applied even in a newly built house;
- adhere perfectly to almost any surface. Concrete, wood, plaster, plywood, paint, putty, fiberboard, MDF, metal - all these bases can be coated with our mixture;
- easy to recover. If any part of the wallpaper is damaged or stained, it is very easy to remove it after soaking it. Then, in its place, you can apply a little of the same mixture, smooth it, wait until it dries, and then no one can say that something is wrong here;
- and also liquid wallpaper gives the walls sound and heat insulation, and also breathes well.
And now about the cons. Fortunately, there are only two of them:
- complete lack of waterproof qualities. The coating is easily soaked and washed off. But this problem is solved with a colorless varnish. They need to spray the dry surface. At the same time, the appearance will remain the same, but the "breathing" ability will be lost. If it is important, then it is still better not to use this material in rooms with high humidity. For example, in bathrooms and kitchens;
- price. It is quite high compared to the cost of conventional ones. However, not enough to completely abandon the use of this type.
Now we have an objective view of liquid wallpaper. The list of advantages is not small, but in order to fully enjoy them and not ask questions like “why do they not stick?”, You need to know how to properly handle this material. In particular, you need to competently prepare the surface, and then apply the mixture to it according to the instructions. We will talk about this now.
How to use liquid wallpaper correctly
We will begin, of course, with the preparation of the premises and the base on which our composition will be applied. Everything is simple with the room: we take out the furniture, or move it to the center and cover it with a film. Shelves, lamps, paintings - in general, everything that hangs on the walls - we remove. It is desirable to cover the floor too. However, if you are going to change it soon, you can leave it that way.
When the room is ready for great things, we can start preparing the walls:
- we remove all nails, screws, dowels and other foreign bodies from them. This is especially important for metal things. Otherwise, ugly rust stains may appear on the ground around them after coating;
- bright paint from the walls must be washed off, otherwise it can distort the shade of the final coating. Removal can be done with special primers. But you can not bother, but simply apply a layer of white water-based paint on top;
- if you live in a Stalin era, Khrushchev or some other old house, then the walls in the apartment probably have a lot of irregularities. Therefore, they must be treated with a special impregnation (for example, with a solution of FG) and then painted twice with a white water emulsion. Skipping this step is fraught with the appearance of yellow spots later on already dried wallpaper;
- drywall walls must be putty, and completely, and not just the places where the sheets are connected. If you apply the putty only to the joints, you will get distinct white areas, which will then be noticeable even through the finished coating. So we putty the wall completely, and cover it with water-based paint on top so that the putty does not deteriorate when applying liquid wallpaper. Additionally, you can add PVA glue to the paint (proportion 3: 1). This will increase the water resistance and make the surface stronger;
- if the walls are wooden, then only the same waterproof qualities are of concern. Therefore, first we process them with oil paint, which can be replaced with two or three layers of FG, and then we cover, again,.
Making a mixture
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So, our room is ready and waiting. We check the list whether we have all the necessary tools and materials:
- a bucket or basin in which we will breed the material;
- trowel for application;
- roller or spatula, with which we will level the applied coating;
- sprayer (spray gun);
- directly dry mix.
In addition to the main list, you can prepare a special patterned roller if you plan to make some kind of clear texture on the surface and colorless varnish - in the case when the room is humid and the walls require a final treatment with a waterproof agent.
We proceed to kneading, the process is carried out in stages. The proportions of water and dry mixture must be strictly observed according to the instructions on the package.
- Pour water into a prepared large container, the temperature of which is close to room temperature (25–35 ° С).
- If a decorative component is attached to the dry mixture - shiny threads, mica, silk, etc. - then first stir these additives in water. This is necessary for their even distribution.
- Lightly beat the dry material in the bag with your hands, fluff it up.
- Pour it into water and mix thoroughly. It is advisable to do it with your hands. A construction mixer is fine, but long fibers can be damaged. Therefore, it is better to be careful.
If you need more than one bag of the mixture for the room, but several, then you need to mix them dry, and then dilute in 2-3 portions. The fact is that the shade in each package may be slightly different. To prevent noticeable transitions from one to another on the walls, it is better to mix everything in advance.
After mixing, let the material swell, and stand for at least 6 hours. The optimal time for a particular wallpaper is indicated in the instructions on the package. In this case, the mixture should be in a tight, well-tied bag. By the way, in this form, it can not only be kept until ready, but then stored for several weeks.
Apply liquid wallpaper to the wall
The mixture stood for the allotted time, and now, finally, we come to the most important thing. We mix our mixture and get to work. It is advisable to start applying wallpaper either from a corner or from sockets and switches. It's not critical, but it's more convenient this way. The sequence of work is absolutely simple and straightforward.
- We scoop a handful of the mixture with our hand.
- We put on a trowel.
- Apply the mixture to the wall with a trowel.
- And rub up and down, right and left. The trowel should be kept slightly at an angle to form a layer 2-3 mm thick.
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To decorate the walls and ceiling with the so-called silk plaster with your own hands does not require any special skills or knowledge. Lack of experience is also not a serious obstacle - even a schoolboy can glue liquid wallpaper. However, getting the job done quickly and efficiently will take diligence and care. And knowledge of important nuances, at least in theory, will free you from doubts and "the effect of shaking hands."
Features of the material "fillings"
Before starting work, it is useful to find out the basic qualities of the material with which you have to deal. The first thing you need to pay attention to: liquid wallpaper, despite the name, is completely different from standard roll wallpaper. By the principle of application, they are more like decorative plaster. The cured coating is free from seams, soft and warm to the touch.
The most common is a ready-made dry mix, to which decorative blotches and colors are added. There are also design options for compositions, which are a white basis for self-adding the color and texture elements necessary for the master.
In the absence of work experience, it is better to give preference to the first option: the correct calculation of the required amount of additives for the covered area can cause difficulties. And all errors will be clearly visible on the finished layer: color drops, lack or excess of sparkles, etc.
A package of dry liquid wallpaper is a light, porous mixture of completely natural hypoallergenic components, intended for dilution with water. The material is prepared on the basis of:
- silks;
- cellulose;
- cotton.
Adhesives and decorative elements are added to the base composition.
The most persistent and at the same time the most expensive are wallpaper made entirely of silk fiber. They are not subject to fading in the sun, do not fade and do not lose their freshness for many years.
Important features of working with material
The method of applying liquid wallpaper is completely different from the process of gluing your roll "namesake". By analogy, finishing is more like working with paint or decorative plaster, with experience in handling which, mastering new skills will not be difficult.
Nuances of working with liquid wallpaper:
- In the process of finishing, a seamless uniform layer is formed over the entire surface of the walls, ceiling, and slopes.
- It is well suited for covering corners, ridges and any uneven areas.
- Liquid wallpaper is easy to apply with a minimum of special tools. And some varieties are suitable for spraying with a hopper gun.
- Interaction with the material does not require the use of skin protection products due to the absence of toxic and allergenic components. Only a construction respirator is used when mixing a dry mixture with water to protect the respiratory system from hygroscopic particles.
- It takes a decent time for the material to set - from 12 to 72 hours - which allows you to remove the errors of the finished layer before it hardens.
The structure of the composition allows it to be applied a second time if necessary: \u200b\u200bit is enough to soak the previously applied fragment of the coating with water and stick it again.
Essentials: Tools
It is impossible to unambiguously highlight the list of necessary devices for working with liquid wallpaper. The uniqueness of the material is that it can be applied by almost any improvised means, and it is worth starting from those devices that are available from the home master or from his experience in handling other types of finishes - putty, paint, plaster.
So, suitable for work:
- Graters.
- Trowels (a special transparent plastic trowel is shown in the photo below).
- Plastic or metal spatulas.
- Hopper pistol.
- Rollers (with thin pile - for application, ribbed - for creating texture).
Cooking the surface
To get exactly those shades of the coating that were planned, or to create a high-quality pattern from liquid wallpaper, you need to carefully prepare the base.
In general, the preparation is reduced to the removal of previous topcoats - whitewash, peeling paint, old roll wallpaper and others - as well as the elimination of pits and cracks in the floors, followed by application of primer. Detailed step-by-step instructions for pretreating walls and ceilings can be found.
If you plan to finish a drywall surface with silk plaster, you will need to know some of the nuances. Recommendations for preparing GCR are described in.
Note! Liquid wallpaper does not require such a thorough leveling, as under ordinary roll material or paint. The viscous mass fills in shallow depressions and hides imperfections. However, it should be understood that the more uneven the wall is, the higher the consumption will be.
First step: preparing the mixture
Most often, liquid wallpaper is packed in bags with a nominal weight of 1 kilogram. In addition to the base, various decorative elements are added to the package.
When calculating the amount of the mixture, it should be borne in mind that the entire area must be processed at one time. The joint between the cured coating and the wet mix is \u200b\u200bnot allowed, except for the restoration of the old layer.
Note! The weight of the contents of the package is taken in accordance with the instructions plus a small margin. The fact is that manufacturers use ideal application conditions in their calculations, which in reality are rare. Usually it is 300-400 g of dry composition per sq. m.
We act in stages:
- To dissolve dry material, pour it into a container and fill it with water.
Typically, 6 liters of liquid are taken per kilogram of wallpaper.
- Mix the resulting mass. It will be correct to do this only with your hands so as not to damage the texture of the decorative inclusions.
- After cooking, the container with the batch is left to swell for 12 hours.
- Before starting work, mix the wet mass thoroughly again.
Applying liquid wallpaper to the surface
There are two ways to glue the material: manual and mechanical (spray method). It is worth noting that the word "glue" actually does not reflect well the process of applying a thick mass to the surface. Working with the composition is in many ways similar to the method of fixing decorative plaster.
Manual way
As the name implies, the work is done by hand using several tools. The process itself is simple, and it is easier to deal with liquid wallpaper than, for example, with putty.
Application without the use of a gun gives a better finish.
Step-by-step instruction:
- The finished mixture is collected from the container simply by hand or with a small spatula.
- Then it is applied to the surface in small portions.
- Leveling is done with a plastic or metal trowel. A trowel and roller are used when needed.
It is better to maintain the layer thickness in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations written on the packaging: depending on the composition, it may differ. Sometimes the manufacturer does not specify information about the thickness, in which case a layer of about 2-3 mm is applied.
Important! It is forbidden to work with liquid wallpaper in the cold. The optimum temperature is from +10 degrees and above.
Application with a pistol
The mechanical method is more often used when covering large areas. It should be borne in mind that not all types of wallpaper are suitable for use in a spray bottle.
You also need to pay attention to the device itself, with the help of which the material will be sprayed. If a Hopper pistol is used, the operating pressure of the compressor should be at least 3-4 atmospheres, and the total capacity should be from 210 l / m. However, taking into account the inevitable loss of power at the liquid outlet from the nozzle, it is recommended to use a unit that processes at least 250 l / m.
The spray wallpaper mixture should have the consistency of thick sour cream. Application is done progressively, without gaps and delays in one place. As with the manual method, joining of dry and wet coatings is not allowed.
Council. During work, use a bright spotlight aimed at the surface to be treated. Such illumination will easily shade layers of different thicknesses, allowing them to be leveled before the material dries, and will also make all gaps visible.
Subsequent finishing
The disadvantage of standard liquid wallpaper is that it is not resistant to water. Therefore, in order to use them, for example, in the kitchen or bathroom, you will have to resort to additional processing.
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To clog the pores and protect the material from moisture, acrylic varnish is used. After impregnation, liquid wallpaper can be washed and not be afraid that they are deformed from high humidity. Lacquering of the lower part of the wall is also often used, for example, in children's rooms, where there is a need for a stable coating. But it must be remembered that the surface will lose its "breathing" qualities, and there will also be difficulties if it is necessary to restore the damaged area.
Most developers do not know how to glue liquid wallpaper and find this process very difficult. In fact, the process is quite simple, and with knowledge of the technology, anyone can handle the job. In this article, we will figure out how to properly prepare the surface and apply the coating, you just need to repeat all the steps to ensure you get a great result.
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Workflow steps
The technology can be divided into 3 stages:
- Surface preparation;
- Preparation of the composition;
- Application of liquid wallpaper.
Remember that it is recommended to apply the coating only in dry rooms. The disadvantages of liquid wallpaper are few, and the most important of them is its poor resistance to moisture. But there is one way to protect the finish, which allows it to be used even in bathrooms and on, which I will discuss below.
Stage 1 - surface preparation
For work, you will need a certain set of materials, the list of which is indicated in the table.
| Material | Description |
| The liquid wallpaper | One package is enough for 2.5-5 square meters, depending on the layer thickness and surface texture. All information is indicated on the label, so it is not difficult to calculate the required amount. As practice shows, the actual consumption is always slightly higher, therefore, purchase the composition with a margin of 20%. Packing price ranges from 500 to 2000 rubles |
| Putty | It is best to take "Vetonit", as it retains its plasticity for a long time, is easy to apply and quickly overwrites. The cost of the bag is about 550 rubles |
| Primer | With its help, the surface is strengthened. Also, the primer serves as a moisture barrier and improves the adhesion of the decorative coating. Use acrylic-based deep penetration formulations, their cost is about 50-100 rubles per liter, depending on the manufacturer. For wet rooms, it is best to use formulations with antiseptic additives. |
If your walls are not white, then it is better to additionally purchase an inexpensive water-based paint to make the base light. You can even paint the walls to match the used liquid wallpaper.
From the tool you need the following:
- Two spatulas - wide and narrow, for applying putty;
- Brush or roller for priming surfaces;
- Capacity for preparing the composition;
- Special trowel for applying liquid wallpaper. It is made of plastic, it is better to choose a transparent version, so you will see how the composition is leveled.
Preparing walls and ceilings is not difficult.
Just select the items that suit your case and follow the steps described in them:
- If there are old coatings on the surface, then they must be removed. Wallpaper is removed using special compounds, whitewash is removed with a spatula. If the plaster or putty layer is cracked in places, then all unreliable areas must be removed. The work is done with an ordinary chisel and hammer;
- The plane of the cleaned surface is checked with a level or rule. If it has a lot of irregularities and significant drops, then the easiest way is to putty the wall completely. If the level drops do not exceed a few millimeters, then individual areas are putty, plus all the places where the old finish was removed are sealed. The composition is distributed in a layer of no more than 3 mm, if the irregularities are large, then the application is carried out in several stages;
- The putty dries for about a day, after which it is necessary to finally level the surface using a sanding bar with sandpaper or mesh (grain size 150 or less). There is no need for a perfect result, minor scratches will be covered with liquid wallpaper, the main thing is to display the main plane. To control the work, a light bulb or flashlight is used, the light shows all the flaws;
- After sanding, you need to clean the walls from dust. To do this, use a vacuum cleaner or brush, it is important to remove the bulk of the dirt, which is formed a lot during grinding;
- The prepared base is treated with a primer. Everything is simple here: the composition is applied to the surface in a uniform layer without smudges, special attention is paid to corners and other difficult areas. The second coat can be applied after the first coat has dried, usually taking several hours. If the finish is porous, then it is better to process it with a third layer for maximum effect;
- You don't need to paint the white surface of the putty, as it is a good base for liquid wallpaper. If the walls are gray, then it is better to paint them either in white or in the color of the decorative coating that will be applied. Such preparation allows you to achieve the best effect, because the dark base will not show through from under the coating.
Stage 2 - preparation of decorative coating
The use of this finishing material assumes its own preparation. The ease of application and the strength of the coating depend on how correctly the process is carried out.
The instructions for carrying out the work look like this:
- First of all, you need to familiarize yourself with the information on the label. There are always recommendations from the manufacturer, which must be taken into account;
- It is best to use a large plastic container for work. First, the required amount of water is poured there (the volume is indicated on the package) with a temperature of 30-40 degrees. It is impossible to take too hot a liquid, from this the glue in the composition may simply curl;
- If glitter or other additives are used during work, then they must be added to the water immediately and mixed thoroughly. So you can achieve an even distribution of these elements throughout the mass;
- The contents of one or more bags are poured into the water. Stirring is done by hand; do not use a power tool as it will damage the fibers and crush the mass. It is necessary to stir the composition until the mass becomes homogeneous, the lumps are simply crushed by hands;
- The mixed mass should be left for a certain period, most often it is 12 hours. But some formulations gain the required properties faster. Again, all information is indicated on the packaging;
If you need to use a lot of composition, then after preparing the mass, it can be folded back into the bag and left to settle. This will allow you to do with a small capacity.
- After the required time, the composition is mixed again. If it has settled in several containers, then you need to mix everything together, this will exclude changes in shade on the surface. Naturally, if the colors are different, then they must be prepared separately. It is important to mix the mass well and check again if there are any lumps in it.
Stage 3 - surface coating
Now I will explain how easy it is to glue liquid wallpaper. Compared to other coating options, this type of compound is the easiest to apply. This is why I recommend it to those who have no experience in construction.
You do not need special skills, it is enough to be accurate and follow all the recommendations set out below:
- If a drawing will be applied to the wall, then first of all, its contours should be applied to the surface.... You can make patterns or draw by hand, it all depends on what you want to depict. The main thing is that the markup should be clear and clearly visible, since it is on it that you will be guided in the future;
- To prevent the composition from falling off the surface, you need to check its adhesion in advance. To do this, the mass is distributed over a small area, if it does not hold, then it is worth adding water. Water is added at the rate of 500-700 grams per package. After thorough mixing, you can start working;
If the composition turned out to be very liquid, then it should be left for about half a day in a dry, warm place, the excess moisture will evaporate.
- Work begins from any section of the wall. If the coating is monochromatic, then the easiest way is to go from the corner, if you have a drawing, then first of all you need to apply the background. Everything is simple here: using a float, the mass is distributed in a layer of about 2 mm, the tool is kept at an angle of 15 degrees to the surface. You do not need to press down on the ironer, as you can damage the fibers, and the texture will not turn out very attractive;
- If a drawing is applied, then liquid wallpaper is applied to the wall along the contours. For lines to be clear, they must be trimmed and compacted with a rubber trowel. With it, you simply pull the mass along the line and press. Naturally, the second color is applied after the first color has completely dried, that is, the more complex the composition, the longer it will take to implement;
Remember an important rule - the composition must be applied to the surface in one go. That is, if you have a monochromatic coating, then each wall is finished from beginning to end. There is no need to leave a piece of the surface and finish it later, the joint can be noticeable.
- When smoothing, you should drive the tool in different directions so that the fibers are not in one direction;
- After application, no longer than an hour and a half, you need to finally level the surface. For this, a wide spatula or trowel is used. The tool is moistened in water and the surface is smoothed. This allows for maximum coverage uniformity;
- If the composition was applied in a room with high humidity, then you need to treat the surface with acrylic varnish. It strengthens the finish and makes it moisture resistant. It is not difficult to apply varnish with your own hands, a brush is used for work, since you need to very carefully handle all the irregularities. The only drawback of such processing is that it will not work to repair the coating if it is damaged.
If you have damaged a separate area of \u200b\u200bthe decorative coating, then it will not be difficult to fix the problem. Liquid wallpaper can be removed from the wall in the damaged area, soaked with water and reapplied, everything is very simple.
Conclusion
After reading this review, you can easily figure out how to glue liquid wallpaper and how to properly prepare the base and the composition itself. It's very simple if you know all the nuances of the technology and follow clear recommendations. The video in this article will help you understand the topic even better, and if you still have questions, write them in the comments below.