Silk plaster in the interior, reviews
It is easy to apply silk plaster to the walls. This can be done even by a person who has never been involved in finishing work – only a little skill is required, and all inaccuracies can be corrected during the application of the mixture. Such plaster has a long service life, and also allows you to create various textures of the walls in the room.
Otherwise, this plaster is called liquid wallpaper. And all because it is packed in bags and for use you just need to dilute it with water.
Silk plaster is simple and easy to use
The composition of such plaster includes:
- cellulose;
- polyester;
- fibers of natural or artificial silk;
- acrylic binders;
- decorative additives.
Thanks to the fibers, silk plaster in the interior looks luxurious and exclusive. The material is used instead of gluing conventional roll wallpaper, and this plaster has a lot of advantages in comparison with them:
- allows you to get a seamless surface;
- requires a minimum of work to prepare the base;
- makes it possible to carry out partial wall repairs;
- has a long service life;
- differs in versatility – it can be used absolutely for any premises;
- easy to apply – this makes it possible to apply the material to the walls even for a non-professional;
- the ability to create various surfaces and patterns;
- high environmental friendliness.
Liquid wallpaper is perfectly combined with many finishing materials. Even a dwelling that is small in area, decorated with such material, is distinguished by the originality and sophistication of the interior.
The technology of applying silk plaster on the walls
It is quite possible to apply liquid wallpaper on the wall with your own hands, without resorting to the services of masters. The work is carried out in the following sequence:
- Prime the surface of the walls.
- Prepare the mixture. Pour the plaster into a suitable container, add water, let the solution stand for 2 minutes.
- Apply the first layer of plaster with a trowel or plastic trowel. It should be no more than 2 mm.
- Apply a second layer of material, creating a textured pattern. This can be achieved using a textured roller. The tool will allow you to create drawings, patterns, volumetric folds on the wall.
Material consumption is calculated taking into account the composition of the mixture and the tools used. For example, if the mixture will be applied with a roller or brush, then 1-7 kg of mortar will be required per 10 square meter. The approximate material consumption is always indicated on the packaging.
Finishing with silk plaster, according to customer reviews, is a simple process, it is convenient to use it, and the result will please the eye for more than one year.