self-leveling floor

Varieties of self-leveling floor coating

divided into several types by binding substances, which are present at its creation.Thus, there are 4 basic types - methyl acrylate, epoxy, cement and acrylic and polyurethane.We should also highlight the 3d floor filler that is created with the help of the special conditions, and mixtures of combinations.

Also, there are special water-resistant mixture that is used in the bathroom.

1. methyl acrylate.Enough common type, as current trends are increasingly offered as part of the floor acrylic base.He is comfortable with the changes in temperature, mechanically and chemically well-protected and are made in different colors.Furthermore, it has anti-slip surface.Also obvious advantage is the figure for the rate of polymerization, ie it hardens very quickly, in just a few hours picking up the necessary strength.However, this figure may be regarded as the disadvantage that it fills the floor in such a situation must be done as quickly as possible.



2. Epoxy.It consists of a hardener, and a framework that has a specific color.It should be applied to completely flat surface, and its thickness should not be less than 1.5 mm and not more than 5 mm.The main advantage - it is the possibility of applying it to areas of different colors.Very aesthetic option that will decorate any apartments.



3. Cement-acrylic self-leveling floor.Used in industry, mainly among food manufacturers because it has good protection against mechanical and chemical influences.



4. polyurethane.It is used in individual housing, as it is the most resistant to stress and absolutely waterproof.Ideal for the bathroom.

casting technology self-leveling floor

Despite the fact that most of the work on filling trust the professionals, it can be done independently.The technology for each type of the same - the only difference is the time it hardens.What kind of mixture to choose - is especially individual case (the above described species and their bases).

• first step is to align the surface completely.There should be no protrusions and irregularities.Cavities can zashpatlevat.Sex before pouring should be perfect.You also need to remove all the debris.
• After leveling the surface thoroughly primed.Once primed finished - you can begin to place beacons.They are exposed using a laser level.



• Beacons are installed, and you can start to fill in the floor.For this there are special tools that will make even the spill.However, you can cope without them.Screed floor can be using a wide spatula.Generally it not recommended to fill the entire area at once, and in some sectors (areas).Alignment occurs backwards to the wall.
• solution was poured, and now in any case you can not touch the floor.He needed to let it dry.The amount of time is different, depending on the selected base.Usually from 2 days to 2 weeks.Also, the floor should be shielded from direct sunlight.

self-leveling floor is completely ready and are just waiting until it hardens.Optionally, based on the recommendations not, however, the cheapest is the floor cement-based, but it is a very long time hardens.So what will be the choice - it's up to the owner.