Plaster mixes in construction are used very widely. Such compositions can be used to decorate walls indoors, ceilings, facades, columns, etc. There are several types of such mixtures in the modern market. And one of the most popular varieties is gypsum-based plaster. Many companies produce such compositions. However, some brands of gypsum mixtures are among consumers, of course, the most popular.
What are the criteria for evaluating
When choosing gypsum plaster, first of all, you should pay attention to its characteristics such as:
Plaster plasters are usually used only for finishing surfaces indoors. For facades, such compositions are not used. In most cases, manufacturers also recommend using such products only in dry rooms.
The best plasters
Most of the products of this type sold on the market today are of good quality. But still, the most popular gypsum plasters among consumers are:
"Rothband."
Volma.
Gipswell.
Bergauf.
"Prospectors".
Eunice Teplon.
Plaster "Rotband"
Dry mixes on a gypsum binder of this brand belong to the group of universal remedies. The Rotband plasters, among other things, include special additives designed to increase their adhesive properties. Also, gypsum mixtures "Rotband" contain all kinds of natural impurities that determine their color. Depending on the manufacturer, such formulations can be:
In this case, the pink “Rotband” plaster is considered the best quality. Such mixtures are produced by Knauf Gyps Chelyabinsk and Knauf Gyps Kolpino enterprises. White and gray gypsum plasters of this brand are produced in Krasnogorsk, Krasnodar Territory and Astrakhan Region. Such funds can also be considered quite high quality. However, when using them, you should still be a little more closely. White and gray Rothband plasters run down the wall a bit, resulting in the formation of horizontal waves on the surfaces.
Consumer Reviews
The advantages of Rotband plasters are primarily attributed to their plasticity, strength and ability to achieve the most smooth surfaces. Judging by the reviews, it is very easy to work with such compositions, and on the walls in the future such finishing lasts as long as possible. Consumers consider, of course, their excellent adhesive qualities as well as minimal shrinkage as the advantages of Rotband plasters.
Consumers consider the disadvantage of such “gypsum mixtures” to be not too long “survivability” of the solution. Work with such plaster as quickly as possible, or at the same time knead not a very large amount of it. Also, the cons of Rothband consumers include a rather high cost.
Mixtures of Volma
The peculiarity of the plaster of this brand is considered primarily plasticity and the ability to "breathe". The domestic company Volma, founded in the 40s, produces this mixture. On the market today there are several types of this plaster, slightly different in composition:
"Volma-Layer", intended for use in rooms with temperature extremes.
"Layer Titanium" and "Ultra", as resistant to cracking.
“Canvas” with mineral additives that maximize adhesion.
"Plast" is universal, very flexible.
"Lux" - designed for foam concrete.
This manufacturer also produces gypsum dry building mixes intended for machine application: Gypsum-Active with additives providing increased moisture resistance, and crack-resistant Gypsum-Active Extra.
Reviews about the Volma mixes
The most popular type of plaster of this brand among consumers is Volma Canvas. It is about this gypsum binder mix that there are the best reviews on the Web. The advantages of Volma Single formulations are primarily attributed to ease of application and versatility. This mixture, as noted by some masters, can be used to align walls, texture for decorative plaster, and even, for example, modeling bricks.
The main disadvantages of the Volma Canvas product are the masters consider too quick setting and the need for puttying after drying under the finish.
Dry mixes for building with gypsum knitting "Gipswell"
The compositions of this brand are a cheap analogue of the "Rotband". Several varieties of such plasters are now available on the market. The most popular with the consumer at the same time is a mixture of "Gipswell Founded." Such plaster also comes in several series. For example, the Gipswell Founders T25 mixture can be applied to walls with a layer of up to 8 cm. Also, this plaster is plastic.
In addition to gypsum itself, Gipswell Founded T25 includes additives that increase the “pot life” of the solution and plasticity. Like Rothband, this plaster gives a very smooth surface and does not need additional puttying.
Consumer Opinion on Gipswell
Good reviews about this plaster on the Web are primarily due to the ease of application. The compositions of this brand, as noted by consumers, give a very high-quality finishing layer and at the same time are inexpensive. Low consumption is also considered an advantage of gypsum building gypsum mixtures.
If the plaster on the surface needs to be applied in a thick layer, many consumers are advised to purchase a tool of this brand T25. Finished finish in this case is not guaranteed to crack. Also, judging by consumer reviews, Gipswell Founders T 25 practically does not shrink. To the advantages of this tool, many masters include the fact that the solution prepared with its use is able to not dry for 1.5 hours.
Stucco "Bergauf": composition, description
The composition of gypsum-based mixtures from this manufacturer may include, in addition to the binder itself, such components:
perlite;
quartz sand;
mineral additives;
plasticizers.
Cures the solution prepared from the Bergauf mixture for about an hour. Additives make it flexible and easy to apply. Also, mixtures from this manufacturer are distinguished by excellent adhesive properties.
Bergauf Mix Reviews
The main advantage of the plasters of this brand, consumers consider their low cost. The price of Bergauf dry gypsum mixtures with their high quality is often lower than for some similar compounds even from domestic manufacturers.
Despite the fact that the composition of these plasters includes sand, noticeable, judging by the reviews of consumers, even with the naked eye, they give the finish layer quite smooth and smooth.
Plaster "Prospectors"
The mixture of this brand is excellent for finishing all types of surfaces. The same high-quality layer when used is obtained both on brick and foam concrete. A special light component is added to the composition of Stuarteli plaster, which can significantly reduce its consumption. Also, mixtures of this brand contain mineral components that provide quick hardening.
It is believed that the Prospectors plaster is just perfect for applying to the surface as a ceramic tile, or just for wallpaper or painting. Apply dry mixes on a gypsum base of this brand on the walls with a layer of up to 5 cm. The life time of a solution prepared using the composition of this brand is 45 minutes.
What consumers think about Prospectors
The main advantage of the mixture of this brand, consumers consider a very low cost with good quality. Also, the advantages of the "Prospectors" plaster are the masters:
Masters consider the fact that large grains of sand sometimes come across in its composition as a disadvantage of this brand. Therefore, when working with "Prospectors" plaster it is worth being a little more closely. Sand grains can leave grooves on the surface. If they are not repaired immediately, the wall in the future may have to be puttied.
Plaster mix "Eunice Teplon"
Plasters of this brand contain perlite, reducing the time of their setting. A distinctive feature of Unis Teplon products is their light weight and maximum strength of the finished layer. Also, the plaster of this brand is able to further protect the premises in the house from street cold.
The life span of Unis solutions is approximately 50 minutes. Apply them to the walls with a layer of up to 5 cm.
Consumer opinion
The main advantage of Eunice plasters is ease of application. Many consumers, judging by the reviews available on the Web, consider dry gypsum mixtures of this brand simply ideal for beginners. The Eunice Teplon mortar is applied to the walls very easily. In addition, the finished finishing layer when using it does not require additional puttying.
Consumers consider difficulty in preparing the solution to be some disadvantage of Unis mixtures. You need to knead this plaster for a long time and carefully until all lumps are removed.
Instructions for use
For the most part, gypsum plasters are thus distinguished by their ductility. That is, working with them is easy enough. But of course, in order to get a beautiful durable ready-made finishing layer, when working with such compounds, all the necessary technologies should be observed.
Before starting work on plastering, the surface must be cleaned of dirt, wash off the dust from it and primed in two layers. Next, you can begin to prepare the solution. At the same time, the amount of dry gypsum plaster mixture should be taken so that the finished composition could be fully used while it remains “viable”. This is necessary in order to avoid cost overruns, as well as damage to the container in which the solution was prepared.
Like any other mixture, it is advisable to lay gypsum on the walls, using the technology of "lighthouses." That is, first put the guide bars on the walls, and then level the solution using the rule.
After about 20 minutes After applying the gypsum plaster layer, it is advisable to level it with a special painting grater. In order to make the finished surface as neat as possible, after a few more hours you need to moisten it with water and walk on it with a trowel.
Other mixtures: types and manufacturers
Of course, the most popular type of such compounds are precisely plasters. But on the basis of gypsum, of course, other gypsum mixtures are also produced. For example, when decorating premises, the following types of compositions of this variety can be used:
- putties;
- assembly mixtures;
- glues.
There are many brands of such products on the market. But the best manufacturers are those who produce the highest quality plaster. That is, it is primarily the "Rotband", "Volma", "Eunice", etc.
Putties
This type of gypsum mixes is used for finishing the plaster layer. The pluses of such putties are primarily the smoothness of the finished surface, white color, quick setting. In addition to finishing, gypsum products of this variety can also be used to correct various kinds of surface defects before plastering.
Assembly mixtures and glue
Compounds of this type have the same advantages as plasters or putties. That is, they set very quickly and give a white surface that can be easily stained. Such mixtures are used for wall covering of gypsum plasterboard or gypsum-fiber boards.