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August 12, 2017 18:08

White marble in the interior of the premises , or how to make a competent repair?

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Properties and types of marble

Conditionally this material is classified into white, gray and color. Last, in turn, is divided into red, green marble and others.This "color separation" method due to the stone, as well as its scope of application.For example, the white marble suitable only for interior decoration.It can be seen small gray streaks and patterns.

The larger impurities, the lower the commercial value of this material.For exterior cladding of white marble is not suitable, as it can darken over time.In particular, the room looks good, which combines white and black marble (in a staggered manner, for example).Also, it is made lamps, statues, vases and other interior details.

gray marble, in contrast to the white, can be used both indoors and outdoors.It is not susceptible to all kinds of weather events and has the original, layered pattern (characteristic only for the species).Color tile contains not only a gray tint: may be present white, yellow, pink streaks and specks.

Color is divided into a huge number of colors: green, pink, blue, dark blue, light blue, red marble.Marble tile consists of the large number of inclusions, which were formed from the accumulation of organic matter.Usually it is used to create a variety of panels, a beautiful mosaic.

of the basic properties of the material recovered: water resistance, frost resistance, ease of processing (including polishing), environmental cleanliness, heat resistance, high decorative characteristics, durability and versatility.From it are made as a floor covering and interior elements (columns, stairs).All this allows us to use such material for furnish of almost any premises.

marble Laying

marble paving technology includes 2 ways of its application: using the solution and glue mixture.

But before that, be sure to prepare the surface.It must be strong, level, free of cracks and any contamination.If cement was made seamless base, it "ripen" for about 28 days.Once it has evaporated completely, start to spray tiles.

Previously, the most popular method was «laying on a solution» .Today, many experts do not recommend using it as may appear spots on the surface, streaks and other unpleasant phenomena.For this method, it is important to select the dense tiles with low water absorption.Plus

to do backsheet prepared from a mixture of (1m3 of river sand, 100 grams of hydrated lime, portland cement and 100 g of water).This underlayment is applied to cement his richly moistened and placed on top of the tiles.At the final stage eliminates seams appearing in the solution and make the traditional grout joints using the special formulations (available in stores).

second method involves laying tiles using adhesive. is the most popular method to date, because it allows you to eliminate many of the side effects that occur due to incorrectly selected mixture.At the same time a sealing adhesive - one-component or two-component (PVA glue will not work).

Apply the composition to the surface with a notched trowel.Then they cover the back side of the marble tiles.For the traction control material laid gently lift the trowel.After complete solidification structure seams sealed with silicone sealant.

reasons for the deterioration of the appearance of the marble floors

Often during operation marble coating experience side effects: the appearance of stains and spots, discoloration, peeling, and more.Some builders linked these "unpleasant" phenomenon with the very stone.However, experience with this material shows that increasingly the cause of these "surprises" is:

  • poor waterproofing of joints and seams;
  • use of low-quality solution;
  • defective coating installation;
  • foul Care marble floor.

first 3 points can easily be avoided, we need only follow the installation instructions plates.The fourth point is also made.It is important to constantly monitor the cleanliness and timely processing of the floor mastic.Implementation of these rules will lead to a permanent use of the coating.

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