The wallpaper is a very popular finishing material. Today, many of their kinds are represented on the market and they all differ in the material of production. In this article, we will talk about wallpaper and their varieties.
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Steklooboi, what is it?
This material is a decorative coating, made of special glass. It is melted at a temperature of more than a thousand degrees and is drawn into strands, from which the material is subsequently formed.
This material has the following differences from other types:
- raw materials for them are natural materials that are absolutely safe and environmentally friendly;
- they are very strong, they do not tear or scratch;
- thanks to the structure of the woven fiber these wallpaper breathe, supporting a favorable microclimate;
- hardly ignite and practically do not burn.
This is indeed confirmed by the Swedish quality standard CSN 730823. Glass masonry is difficult to ignite and does not emit toxic substances. This makes this material suitable for finishing any premises. For example, in Western countries, they are used to decorate maternity hospitals, or rather, the rooms where newborns are located. Also a big plus in favor of this material can be a long service life of up to 30 years. And you can safely change the design, tk. repainting this coating can be up to 20 times.
Stained glass under painting
Steklooboi after gluing should be painted. Due to the variety of textures, you can achieve interesting effects on the walls of the room. Let's consider the main types of this material in more detail.
fiberglass matting
The matting is a fabric with a special weaving, which is a checkerboard pattern. Because glass pane is also a woven material, then it is possible to repeat the drawing.
And the wallpaper with the texture "matting" are of three sizes:
- small;
- average;
- large.
Depending on the size of the picture, the character of the interior will change. For rooms in which it is supposed to meet guests and spend feasts it is best to choose a medium or small size picture. So the walls will be softer and suitable for a cozy environment. And in the corridor or hallway, you can choose a large mat, which in its texture will give the room an additional volume and dynamics.
glass webs of cobwebs
These wallpapers are a canvas made of fiberglass, which looks like cobwebs. It is both decorative and finishing material. So in the houses under construction it is laid at the plaster walls, so that shrinkage of the building does not create cracks. The web provides a reliable coverage and a good aesthetic appearance. It has a lower density and smoothens the surface. When using this material, the walls are obtained with the effect of marble. The web is most suitable for finishing the ceiling, because it does not have a pronounced texture, unlike other glass wallpapers.
Stekloboi price
Of course glass masonry can not be called a cheap and very affordable building material. But if you remember about the long life and the ability to repaint the surface about twenty times, then the high cost will pay off for years without the cost of repairs. On average, 25 m roll of such wallpaper will cost from 940 to 3000 rubles apiece. This applies to texture models. If you want to buy a "spiderweb", then spend an average of 400-580 rubles per roll (the total length of the material is 50 m). Therefore, to trim the walls with fiberglass walls and forget about the repairs for a long time can be much more profitable than to paste the faded or damaged wallpaper.
We glue glass wallpapers with our own hands
Recently, glazing glass masonry under painting is very popular. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to the process of their installation. To begin with, you must carefully prepare the surface, this requires:
- remove the old coating;
- make sure that the plaster layer is in good condition, and if necessary, repair it by removing cracks, chips and other defects;
- also you need to make sure of the evenness of the wall, for this you can take a rule 2 m long and attach it to the wall, if the deviations do not exceed 2 cm, then this is permissible;
- after that we cover the walls with a deep penetration primer, for better adhesion of the material to the surface;
- when pasting gypsum plasterboard seams should be plastered and smoked.
Now you can proceed to the immediate gluing of the walls.
how to glue glass pane, step by step
For the convenience of the perception of information, we will describe it in the form of paragraphs. So, the old coating is removed, the plaster is tested for strength and its condition allows further work.
- Cover the walls with a primer of deep penetration and let it dry. After that, we cover with a layer of final plaster and shkurim after the plaster.
- Rolls are cut into strips of the necessary length. If there is a picture, I'll fit the stripes or leave the allowances.
- After that, dilute the glue according to the instructions on the package. And glue cover the wall at once for several strips, and not sheets of material.
- Then take a strip of wallpaper and glue it on the wall. It is important not to confuse the front and the wrong side. In the roll, the material is curled face-in, the reverse side is often marked with a blue or gray line. Rubber trowel level the strip on the wall. The second we glue the joint into the joint with the previous one, after which we conduct a wet rag at the place of joining the sheets and make sure that everything is glued.
- After gluing the walls, you need to wait about a day, then dilute the glue to a liquid consistency and smear the walls. Again leave it to dry.
The wallpaper is pasted and now you can proceed to painting and eventually you will get beautiful walls, the color of which can be changed at any time.
glue for fiberglass wallpaper
Glue for this type of wallpaper is made on the basis of starch with the addition of various impurities. This is necessary to keep a fairly heavy material on the wall. Also suitable for this purpose is a PVA-based adhesive or dispersed versions.
Adhesive for wallpaper is of two types:
- Dry - is a powder consisting of an adhesive and antiseptic additives. It can be stored for a long time without losing its qualities.
- Ready this glue is fully ready for use and packaged in packages of 5 and 10 kg.
The last option is most convenient. The most popular compositions for glass wallpapers are:
Oscar safe and non-allergenic glue. Swells for 10 minutes and is fully ready for use. Its consumption is 300 g per sq.m. It perfectly glues plus provides additional protection against mold and fungus. This adhesive is perfect for use in rooms with high humidity. And most importantly, it does not turn yellow when it dries. It is produced in buckets and packs of 400 and 800 grams.
Kleo is made on the basis of starch with antiseptic additives. It must be diluted with cold water and after five minutes you can glue the wallpaper. In the finished form it retains its properties for 10 days. Produce it in packages of 500 grams, and diluted in a 1:15 ratio. Those. 500 g of glue for 7.5 liters of water, and the resulting mixture is enough for gluing from 35 to 50 square meters. m.
Metylan. This manufacturer also offers glue for glass wallpaper, with the corresponding marking on the package. It is easy to apply, does not leave stains and is resistant to repainting. Suitable for use in the bathroom. In the market of building materials, the choice of glue is great, but it is better to give preference to brands that are checked by time and people.
paint for fiberglass wallpaper
The most suitable variant of the paint for this material is water dispersion. It is odorless, easy to apply and relates to fireproof materials. Another such coating is not afraid of moisture and it can be washed. Most modern paints have a white color, which makes it possible to tint them in different shades. Therefore, everyone can choose the color to your liking. When choosing a color, you need to be careful, and try to choose more natural shades. Bright colors can quickly get bored and eventually even annoying. Picking up paint is best in tone to furniture or textiles. It is possible to make bright inserts in the form of strips, or with the help of a stencil to put on the wall small drawings. This will help visually increase the space, and revitalize the interior.
This article describes the glass walls and their types. Recommendations are given on the choice of glue and paint for them. The average cost of the material is also given. Using the advice of the article, you can easily pick up wallpaper and paste it at home. Then pick up the paint and give your interior a personality. Successful work.
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