One of the best variants of decorative plaster is finishing with "bark beetle", because its composition has increased resistance to weathering. It is suitable for both internal and external finishing work.
Finishing technology "bark beetle"
"Bark beetle" - plaster, used for the final stage of finishing works of facades and interior. Its rough surface really resembles wood damaged by a wood parasite. Facing the house with "bark beetle" suggests:
- leveling of the wall surface;
- preparation of thermal insulation;
- painting the plaster in the right color;
- covered with hydrophobic wax.
Facing the house "bark beetle" - the pros and cons
Like any other decorative material, decorative plaster has its advantages and disadvantages. Facing "bark beetle", in spite of the apparent fragility due to the pattern in the form of cracks, is strikingly stable in order to have waterproof, warming, protecting from mechanical damage and burnout of the shade in the sun properties. It does not absorb odors, is environmentally friendly and resistant to thermal surges. The "bark beetle" has few disadvantages:
- complexity of dismantling;
- the need to level the surface after it;
- high consumption;
- high cost on the background of other types of plaster.
External finishing with bark beetle
Facing with textured plaster is an excellent solution for both public buildings and residential buildings. Unusual texture and good composition will protect the structure from unfavorable weather conditions. The exterior finish of the house with "bark beetle" can be performed on concrete, brick and plastered surfaces, as well as on thermal insulation systems. The ability to apply this plaster to gypsum, plywood, polystyrene or chipboard gives the "bark beetle" a significant advantage over similar coatings.
Facing the front of the house with a "bark beetle"
In the mixture for plaster "bark beetle" contains granules, which when dried, form scars on the surface of the coating. For the treatment of the outer part of the house it is suitable, because the pattern with rapid drying turns out to be more effective. Finishing the facade with a "bark beetle" can be divided into three stages:
- Surface preparation of walls. Before finishing, it is necessary to level the wall with a putty, so that the size of the depressions does not exceed the size of the grain contained in the plaster. After that it is necessary to cover the facade with paint-primer.
- Finishing the "bark beetle". The dry mixture is combined with water and mixed with a mixer. Apply it with a stainless steel spatula.
- Creation of decorative drawing. Pattern can vary the patterns that will be obtained when drying. Circular movements, for example, give a pattern of "lamb". Moving from the bottom up, you can create cracks that resemble rain.
Finishing the socle with a bark beetle
Plastering the plinth, you can achieve several advantages at once: finishing "bark beetle" will protect the base from an aggressive environment and will assemble the architectural ensemble of the house into a single picture. Plaster is cheaper than siding , mosaic tile or stone, which makes it the most profitable option for processing existing ones. External finish "bark beetle" provides:
- Prepare in the form of bumping bulging layers, "bubbles", removing dirt and dust.
- Throwing the solution manually with a trowel.
- Apply 1-2 layers of plaster.
- Coating with paint for facade work of a suitable shade.
Fence finishing with bark beetle
A brick or stone fence can be covered with plaster to give it a more presentable look. This requires two types of spatula (long and short), a grater, a detergent, a skin and a scraper. Finishing with plaster "bark beetle" consists of four levels:
- Surface cleaning. Remains of the old coating can be removed with a scraper and a skin.
- Humidification. The fence is to be moistened for good adhesion of the surface with the composition used for finishing with plaster "bark beetle".
- Application of the composition. To distribute plaster it is necessary to move from bottom to top layer, the thickness of which is about 5 mm.
- Alignment. After drying the finish, uneven areas should be grinded.
Interior decoration with bark beetle
Facing with plaster "bark beetle" until recently was used only for exterior decoration, but today its popularity in the interior design of premises is growing. Its wear resistance makes it possible to successfully apply it in the decoration of areas with increased use - a toilet, a hallway, a balcony or a loggia. Interior decoration "bark beetle" is perfectly combined with such interior details as:
- slabs of artificial stone;
- natural wood;
- textiles of pastel shades;
- stucco molding.
"Bark beetle" - kitchen decoration
For a premise like a kitchen, it will be preferable to treat the walls with plaster with the addition of silicate or acrylic components. Decorating the walls with a "bark beetle" with such qualities will safely remove fat droplets and other contaminants from the walls. Over the stove and the sink area, for the same reason, it is worthwhile to install a protective apron shield . Plaster "bark beetle" in the kitchen is applied to the base of brick or cement. Choose the recommended composition for finishing, which has three characteristics:
- fire resistance;
- absence of toxic ingredients;
- air permeability.
Finishing the Corridor with "bark beetle"
Decorative plaster in the hallway is widely used, but it needs to be selected taking into account the operational features. The walls of the hallway are often leaning against, sometimes they have to be washed, so the coating should have a more intensive tinting than other rooms. Finishing the hallway "bark beetle" occurs by:
- Preparing the walls for future work. First you should clean them from the old primer, the remaining wallpaper, then align.
- Application of plaster solution. It can be conducted in 2-7 stages.
- Create the desired pattern.
- The color that is required if the plaster has not been chained.
Finishing bathroom "bark beetle"
Stucco is not the most popular method of finishing a bathroom just because it is considered incapable of putting it into operation in conditions of high humidity. In stores you can find mixtures with a waterproof component, which additionally have good vapor permeability. To finish inside the bathroom "bark beetle" for a long time retained the original appearance, you need to follow the recommendations of specialists:
- The surface of the walls is better to be pre-treated with sanitizing plaster, which is traditionally used in swimming pools and cellars.
- The boundaries of the change of invoices are pasted with a paint tape for convenience.
- Textured decoration "bark beetle" in the bathroom is carried out in 2-12 layers. For those who are looking for a simple and quick plastering, you should pay attention to the plaster " Venetian ", which creates the effect of a decorative stone. It has a dense texture - quickly drying and easily layered.
- Treatment of walls with water-repellent wax.
Finishing the balcony with a bark beetle
To work on the balcony it is better to use plaster, suitable for outdoor decoration, because it has increased frost resistance. Finishing the loggia "bark beetle" has a significant plus: due to the fact that the plaster does not require pre-furring, it does not "eat" the already modest space of the room. It is produced in several stages:
- Before applying a mixture of plaster, suitable for facade work, it is possible to insulate the walls with reinforcing layer with fiberglass mesh.
- On top, the mesh is covered with cement and mineral filler. Not less popular as a base for finishing has a silicate mass with the addition of the same cement.
- Acrylic finish "bark beetle" is to apply the finished mixture to the walls, and the gypsum is pre-mixed with a drill with the nozzle "mixer".
- On the non-glazed balcony, the plaster is covered with a polyethylene film for a couple of days, and the glazed loggia can simply be ventilated or blown by a fan to accelerate drying.