Decorative plaster for the ceiling that we take
Usually plaster of different grades is divided into groups, which are three - for exterior decoration, for interior work, and for any case, so to speak, universal mixes. Of course, the first one does not interest us at all, the ceilings on the street somehow do not, except in the form of sheds, but this is a completely different topic. But in the number of compositions for interior decoration is exactly the same relief plaster, which we decided to apply to the ceiling. However, there are also universal decorative plasters, but they are used all the same, more often, with interior decoration.
Now it remains to determine the composition: is it better for you, polymer, mineral or silicate plaster? It's worth pondering, is not it? Well, as for the polymer mixture, everything is clear here, it is based on various polymers, about which almost everyone knows from the school chemistry course, which, however, is quickly forgotten. But, for example, the mineral contains in its composition such components as cement and lime. Or, if you take a silicate mixture, then it contains potassium silicate, or, in other words, liquid potassium glass, which just sets the consistency. Do you all think which one to choose? Is not it all the same, because the main thing is that the texture plaster kept the surface relief given to it,
Decorating the ceiling with decorative plaster - which depends on the relief of the
. Even using the same tools and working with different stamps of the plaster, you will never get the same option, even if each time you perform the same movements. A trick is that the texture of the plaster depends on the filler granules entering into it, or rather, the shape of the grains. Let's trace the whole cause-effect line. Take at least round granules, how do you think, what kind of relief will be formed with their help? An even rough surface will be quite expected result.
I must say that a considerable role is played by the grain size, choosing plaster with granules larger or smaller, you will always know what kind of texture you will eventually get. In general, the smaller the grain, the smoother the finish of the ceiling will be with decorative plaster .Accordingly, a sufficiently large crumb of natural stone as a filler will create an ineffable relief from small intersecting grooves. However, this "sulcification" is given, for the most part, by adding oval-shaped filler to the granule. The rest, of course, is achieved with the help of your imagination and a special tool.
How the decorative plaster of the
ceiling is performed The tools for applying decorative plaster to the ceiling are the same as for the walls. The only thing that is necessary is a rectangular trowel with a well polished surface of a stainless steel sheet. It is with this tool that you will carefully press the mixture to the surface of the ceiling, thus providing it with impeccable adhesion. In other words, the better you smear the plaster, the better it will lie. Do not be afraid that you will get an absolutely smooth surface, the texture is formed after the final application of the plaster.
When you have an eye on the layer will be a thickness of about 5 millimeters, you can stop, this is the limit. Too thin layer will not allow you to fully embody your fantasy in the texture of the ceiling, and too thick can once again confirm Newton's arguments about earthly attraction. So half a centimeter is just right. Now take a trowel or spatula, which, by the way, can have a jagged edge of the canvas, and begin to create.
Drawing a wavy line with the instrument, or making overlapping incisions, you will get a unique structured drawing. For a shallow roughness, you may need a rough paint roller.
By the way, do not forget about painting, because originally decorative plaster is sold by usual white mass or semi-transparent, if it's "Venetian".Kohler can be added to it either directly in the store, or before starting the finish. However, it is possible that you will get a ready mix of this or that color. I. for your information, you can also paint already applied plaster, and even if it is in color. An additional shade, slightly coloring the relief, will create an amazing composition.