This relatively recent type of flooring has already gained a lot of fans. To date, the market of building materials is filled with a variety of products, the choice is huge. What is the difference between polymeric bulk floors from other materials and can you make such a floor with your own hands?
This product has another name - "liquid linoleum".A chemist would give such a definition - a seamless floor covering based on polymers. Depending on the components and production technology, this material is divided into several types. For residential buildings, polyurethane-based floors are used.
The main characteristics of the resin floor
- increased strength and durability;
- resistance to various chemical compounds;
- antistatic;
- hygiene;
- easy surface care;
- high fire resistance;
- large selection of colors and combinations;
- no seams;
- durability.
Please be aware that the flooring can be made in one of two ways: a thin-layered floor has a thickness of about 300 μm and more is intended for additional finishing of a flat surface. However, it should be taken into account that it does not withstand heavy loads, therefore it is often used to create additional waterproofing, reinforcing the ceiling, walls. The thickness of the highly filled floor reaches 4 mm, which gives it strength. For residential rooms is done just such a floor.
The floor can be laid on the base of any material. However, it must be borne in mind that the more irregularities, the greater the consumption of the composition. When laying on a wooden floor, you need to take into account that wood absorbs moisture and increases in volume, and when dried - it contracts. Therefore, such a foundation will "play".
If it is decided to design a "fresh" concrete floor, then this can be done no earlier than 3 weeks after its installation.
Technique for working with polymeric floor
As with any floor covering, it is necessary to prepare the surface well. The filler floor will be of good quality if the base is level and without defects. Therefore, the floor is cleaned( and it is better to use a vacuum cleaner) and laundered. Only on an absolutely clean surface you can see the shortcomings. And the plinth also needs to be dismantled.
Elimination of all defects
Any material that can be filled with cracks, potholes and, eventually, leveling the floor is used. For inspection it is recommended to check the "horizontal" of the base. This is done with the help of the slats on which the construction level is put. And you need to make sure that there is no bias in all directions. The "difference" of height is not more than 4 mm.
However, practice shows that often it is not. After all, under the material of the covering of the inclination of the plane, one simply can not see, since before its installation, an alignment could be made with the help of, for example, a log. And after disassembly, such a defect becomes obvious. Therefore, you need to be prepared for what you have to do the screed, you can as described in this article. And its thickness will depend on the general state of the surface and the degree of inclination relative to the horizon line.
If the pouring is done on top of the ceramic tiles, you will have to "tap" each and make sure of its fastening. Those who do not hold fast, are removed, and the vacant seat is closed. The tile is an even material, and the quality of the "hitch" with the coating will be low. Therefore, the surface of such a floor should be given a "roughness".Can be processed with a bar, coarse sandpaper.
After drying the floor, apply a primer. This stage of work is sometimes neglected, but in vain. Firstly, the soil provides better adhesion of the coating to the surface, and secondly, it prevents penetration of moisture into the concrete base.
Laying the heat-compensating joint
For this, wooden slats are used, which are laid along the walls along the perimeter of the room.
Preparation of a working mixture
It is necessary to be guided not by advice "experienced", and the instruction of the manufacturer, as at each product the structure and proportions of components. The general recommendation is one - mixing should be such that no "lumps" of substance remain, and that air bubbles do not get into the mixture. Professionals advise to use a low-speed electric drill with a spatula instead of a drill. It is possible to make a "butterfly" from a wire - here the meaning is clear. Some masters use a construction mixer, but not every master has it. The main thing is the result.
Applying the mixture to the floor surface
Work starts from the furthest part of the room, gradually shifting towards the door. During the laying process, it is necessary to roll the packaged material with a needle roller to remove residual air.
Coating the filler floor with
varnish First, the varnish gives the polymer coating a shine, secondly - increases the service life, and thirdly - facilitates the care of the surface. Usually this is done not earlier than a day later( see the instruction for the composition).The varnish is chosen bright, preferably - polyurethane. Apply at least two layers, with a time interval for drying.
It is necessary to pay attention to the drying time of the prepared mixture. In most cases, this is 30 - 40 minutes. One person may not have time to fill the entire room during this time, so you need to think about your partner in advance. If the area of the room is large, then it is better to use special shoes with spikes. In it you can walk on the fresh floor, for example, to finish something, fix it. Walk on the floor after treatment with lacquer is recommended not earlier than 48 hours.
