Types of liquid insulation for walls ( teplokraski ) , characteristics and application

liquid for insulation, or liquid ceramic insulation, today one of the most talked about technologies in construction.And no wonder - manufacturers claim that they can be used to insulate any surfaces without unnecessary effort and loss of usable space.

How does it work?

In fact, liquid insulation - high-tech paint, popularly also called "teplokraska".At its core - acrylic binder, which are uniformly distributed ceramic and \ or silicone calibrated microspheres.The proportion of microspheres in quality marks teplokrasok comes to 80%.These areas are air layers, and provides thermal insulation effect.Special additives, catalysts and latches allow easy and even application of this material, its good adhesion and durability.The composition may also include additives for controlling or preventing the corrosion of the metal mold.

Features

liquid heater has a paste-like consistency, which is close to a thick cream.Applied to practically any surface, including concrete, brick, metal, plastic, due to the high adhesion.The thickness of one layer is about 1 mm.The resulting coating - light, strong and flexible, can withstand sudden changes in temperature without the formation of microcracks.It is waterproof and vapor, does not burn, does not emit harmful substances.Qualitative teplokraski provide heat retention for 20 years.

in rooms whose walls are treated with ceramic insulation, heat losses are reduced by 25-30%, remain cool in summer, and in winter - heat.The thicker the layer, the lower thermal conductivity material and is in the warmer environment.When applying layers neskolkkih temperature rise can be achieved in the room in winter by 2-4 degrees.

Teplokraska is available in white or light gray in color, but it can be colored (as described here).Raising frost components allow for external insulation works facades and -25 degrees.

Liquid heaters can be used for

• thermal insulation of facades of buildings, including the sophisticated architectural form of balconies, panel joints,
• internal work when critical thickness of insulation,
• processing freezing floors and ceilings, cellars,
• protection of window and door slopes,
• insulation metal roofs, garages, collectors, auxiliary facilities,
• insulation of pipelines, both cold and hot
• combat condensation.

Advantages and disadvantages

Liquid insulation in the construction market relatively recently are present, but the professionals have already folded about them from voting.After analyzing a lot of reviews, you can highlight the main advantages and disadvantages of this material.

Pros

• Ease of application - using a regular brush.
• 1 day can warm up the surface of 100 sq.
• not require complex preparatory work - enough to clean the wall of dust, if necessary - to putty.
• Teplozatraty reduced by 25-30%.
• Warming does not change the appearance of the facade, the work does not need to coordinate with the technical supervision.
• total cost of less than 30-40%.What with insulation roll or panel materials.

Cons

• means sensitive to storage and transport conditions, has a small shelf life.
• rather high price.
• manufacturers do not indicate the exact data on thermal conductivity and do not give methods of their calculation.
• For quality home insulation in the middle lane may need coverage in 10-12 layers.
• teplokraski consumption is higher than indicated in the manufacturer's instructions.

Stamps heaters: the distinctive quality and price

the Russian market offers several brands of liquid heaters.

• Emery - sales leader.Features: ultra-thin layer coating - less than 1 mm, high adhesion and resistance to external influences.High Quality and popularity are accompanied by a high price - from 375 to 550 rubles per liter.
• -action has a high thermal efficiency.The layer thickness of 1 mm is equivalent to 5 cm mineral wool.This insulation can be operated from -60 to +600 C. The warranty period - 15 years.Available in several versions: standard water based on Nord nitroosnove (can be applied to -30 C), vapor permeable facade for wooden and brick walls, Antikor - for metal structures.Available in pails of 10 and 20 liters, the price - 320 rubles / liter in cans of 1, 2, 5 l -.. The price of 400 rubles / liter.
• Astratek - coating has a finely porous structure, has anti-corrosion effect, eco-friendly.Lifetime - more than 30 years.Depending on the packaging, the price per liter teplokraski ranges from 400 to 500 rubles.
• to the manufacturer Teplometta insulating effect is equal to 5 cm and 2.5 cm of mineral wool styrofoam.Easy color scheme can be applied at temperatures down to -20 C. Environmental safety is confirmed by the corresponding certificates.

In addition to these funds meet Isollat, TEPLOS, Re-Term and others.

Dosing

Pre-wall or surface to be treated is cleaned of dirt and dust, remove peeling paint or plaster.Metal surfaces, badly damaged by corrosion, rust converter are processed on the basis of phosphoric acid.broad brush, roller or spray gun used to apply the teplokraski.Liquid insulation thickness of cream was diluted to the water, the higher the temperature of the surface, the agent may be a liquid.The surface is coated in the same manner as ordinary paint.

Liquid detergent for thermal insulation completely polymerized per day.Consumption is about 1 liter per 1 sq.m.1 layer.It is necessary, at least layers 5-6.The greater the number of layers, the material helps to effectively retain heat.Above the insulation can be applied decorative coating, such as plaster.

warm the house liquid material is expensive and not as easy as it says advertising.But it is already clear that in the future liquid heaters.If you want to paint the house, then such "colors" will give him not only an aesthetic appearance, but also will give a couple of extra degrees of heat to its occupants.