How to make a panel of gypsum

Long gone are the days when the surface of the walls of intentionally hiding behind furniture.Wall trends in today's decorating the premises often serves the central figure of the interior, to engage the focus.Gypsum panels - is a universal means for creating a wall-decorations.

to understand how these blocks are different from each other, to begin with let's deal with the qualities and properties of the main raw material.

Gypsum - the fine powdery substance calcium sulphate crystals are formed in contact with water.

main characteristics of gypsum

1. fineness of grind.Gypsum wholemeal used in construction, small - for modeling of small decorative elements.
2. speed solidification.To create a decorative plaster mixtures suitable standard, which slowly solidifies, for the manufacture of gypsum board - gypsum, solidifying faster than usual.

plaster Classification

Depending on the ratio of the volume of dried slurry to the volume of water, distinguish these types of gypsum with different densities

• 1,25: 1 - light;
• 1,75: 1 - normal;
• 2,25: 1 - tight.

important to know!

1. Average setting time of plaster: from 6 to 10 minutes.Therefore, it is not necessary to mix the plaster mixture "with reserve", so how to use it will not be possible later.The final volume
2. gypsum mixture is approximately equal volumes of water and the amount of dry gypsum powder.
3. Do not adjust a ready-made mixture, which began to solidify, adding a touch of water or dry plaster.Otherwise, turn the defective material with low strength and astringent properties ( "dead plaster").

Creation of gypsum in the home

1. Highlight a mixing (the old one, which is then not a pity to throw away).
2. Pour into a container the required amount of water.
3. Slowly sprinkle in plaster mixture stirring constantly until smooth.
4. Let the mixture stand for a while (until thick).
5. not postponing on then, get to work.

Although much easier to create an original interior with the help of ready-made panels of plaster, which in modern DIY stores a huge selection.

Wall panels made of gypsum

This is quite popular today, the material is a gypsum modules 60x60 cm, which are mounted on a flat wall surface.For this pre-partition plasterboard sutured or simply plastered.

Seamless decorative panels made of gypsum 3d

surround decorative gypsum panels allow standard dull wall to make a work of art, business card and the main object of art home.

Dimensions bulk panels and gypsum

standard gypsum boards 3d come in two sizes:

• 120h80sm;
• 180h60sm.

thickness may vary in the range from 1.4 cm to 2.5 cm, depending on the bump surface.From this also depends on the design weight: 13-21kg / m2.

main qualitative characteristics of gypsum wall panels 3D

1. Sustainability.Upon heating, no toxic substances.
2. Longer lifetime.These practical panel can be painted or re-decorate.
3. Variety.A wide range of textures, reliefs, sizes - all contribute to the growth of the number of fans of gypsum panels among different populations.
4. Resistance to temperature changes.Equally well used in frosty conditions, as well as in hot climates.
5. Moisture.Material easily withstand even prolonged contact with water.
6. Heat resistance.It does not burn.
7. Soundproofing.This property is due to the low density of the indicator.
8. ease.At a density of about 1000 kg / m3 and dimensions 50h50h2,5 cm weight gypsum board does not exceed 5 kg.
9. Easy processing.Plates are easy to install, easy to handle various construction tools and go perfectly with any finishing materials.

Options 3d panels

Variety existing variations of gypsum panels allow you to create a unique, modern and elegant interior.

1. Large geometric form modules with a smooth surface.
2. modules created when installing a repeating pattern.
3. Gypsum panel folding horizontal or vertical pattern.
4. imitation of natural textures (stone, wood, etc.).
5. Bas.
6. elements created in the assembly of three-dimensional artistic picture.
7. Combined panel (panel with a picture + individual elements).
8. Mosaic.
9. designs made to order.

In addition, today we can enjoy exclusive decorative panel made of gypsum on the author's sketches, which will be made on the milling machine with controlled or 3d-printer.

Installation of panels of plaster with your hands

Materials

1. Primer deep penetration (as for ceramic tiles).
2. level.
3. Simple pencil.
4. adhesive plaster (such as Knauf PERLFIX).
5. putty for sealing joints (such as Knauf UNIFLOTT).
6. putty for finishing panels (such as TIKKURILA PRESTO).
7. spatula.
8. Sandpaper.
9. paint (acrylic, polyurethane or the like.).
10. Brush or spray gun to apply the paint.

installation process

1. Treat the surface of the wall and work plane decorative panels of plaster primer.
2. Make vertical and horizontal layout in pencil using a spirit level.
3. Apply glue to the gypsum board and press it to the wall.Therefore, place all plates.
4. gaps between the parts of the panel, try to do the least.
5. Seal putty joints, removing any excess with a damp sponge.
6. Allow joints to dry.
7. treated surface panels of plaster finishing putty.
8. Allow to dry.
9. powertrowel irregularities sandpaper.
10. Make color wall panel with a brush or spray, or treat other finishing materials.

Choice gypsum panels as a decor element - modern and practical idea, and realize that you can own.Good luck!