Traditionally, for decorating and facing the kitchen or bathroom, we choose a tile. However, technology does not stand still and recently a new trend has appeared on the construction market - the bulk of the bathroom. This aesthetic, reliable and original coating will make it possible to create a unique interior and serve homeowner to 40 years.
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Features of the coating
The bulk flooring is a suitable option for those areas of the room to which special requirements are presented. In contrast to the traditional, floors, the bulk technology implies the frozen of the liquid solution, which must be evenly distributed over the surface. As a result, a durable, wear-resistant and aesthetic polymer coating is obtained.
Recently, the popularity has become the bulk of 3D floors in the bathroom, which implies the presence of a three-dimensional image under a transparent layer of polymer. It does not have seams, the linoleum resembles the external signs, and it is a smooth tile. Under favorable operational conditions, this coating will last about 40 years.
Today, the construction market offers 12 color variations in bulk sex in the bathroom. For the bathroom room, you can choose any shade or make a choice of a clear solution. Each option will look exquisite and original. The image may also be varied. This may be, for example, flowers, marine inhabitants and other decorative elements.
Determining with the choice of floor coverings, it is necessary to present it the following requirements:
- The floor should provide surface protection from the negative impact of moisture.
- The coating must be safe for movement. This condition is particularly relevant for the bathroom, as the risk of injury is increasing on how many sex.
- Care of the coating should not be labor and be as simple as possible. In addition, the material should not be deformed under the influence of chemical components and detergents.
- Flooring should be resistant to various kinds of influences.
- Prefer materials with a long service life, let the price on the bulk floor in the bathroom will be slightly higher.
Types of bulk floors
Self-leveling flooring to share on the following types:
- methyl methacrylate;
- epoxy;
- cement-acrylic;
- polyurethane.
The last type of bulk sex is to be used in residential premises, since it is most environmentally friendly. Such gender is durable and has a small thickness. The first three types are used in industrial premises.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any other material, bulk floors in the bathroom, the photos of which are decorated with designer publications, possess both positive aspects of operation and small lablems. His advantages are as follows:
- such gender is environmentally friendly;
- has a high moisture resistance coefficient;
- it has good thermal conductivity, due to which it increases the comfort of operation in the bathroom;
- does not conduct electricity;
- paul resistant to ultraviolet;
- has a monolithic structure;
- prevents the reproduction of fungal microorganisms and mold in the floor design;
- will not be damaged under the influence of acid, alkali and oils;
- it has good decorative properties. Such a coating will make the design of your bathroom unique and refined.
Important! In the event that mechanical defects appeared on the surface of the coating - they are easily corrected. To do this, it is better to seek help to professionals that correct the damage to the bulk sex. The bathroom will last long years.
Disadvantage This sex is its high cost. Performing a liquid coating for the floor involves printing an image that is applied to a special film or tissue, which causes the high cost of the material. Choosing bulk floors in the bathroom, read reviews about the manufacturer.
Bulk formation technology
If you decide to arrange a bathroom with a bulk coating yourself, this will require a little effort and high-quality material. However, budget savings with interest compensates inconvenience. So, consider the step-by-step guide to the fill of such a coating.
Required tools for work
To install the bulk sex you need to prepare:
- bulgarian or grinding machine;
- drill;
- domestic vacuum cleaner;
- spatulas of different types (it is necessary to have a flat and toothed);
- brush;
- fur and needle rollers;
- mixture for alignment;
- overalls;
- protective varnish;
- transparent coating;
- solvent to clean the tool.
Step-by-step guide: laying technology
Installation of this coating provides several stages:
- At the first stage, we prepare the foundation. As such a base should be a high-quality band screed. If there is already a concrete surface in the room, it is gluing it to achieve the maximum smooth surface.
- If there are cracks and pits, it is possible to correct the situation using a conventional repair cement.
- Next, we remove dust from the surface and various contaminants using a vacuum cleaner.
- After that, we cover the floor by primer. Suitable for this will be the material of the company Epolast-soil, Betokontakt Knauf, primer. These primers are a composition of a two-componence. The task of the primer is to provide high-quality adhesion (the relationship between different surfaces, their adhesion) of the base with the presence of a base layer of a liquid three meter. The primer is frozen quickly, so it is necessary to take into account this feature and work at the appropriate pace. Apply the soil by means of roller.
5. At the next stage of installation, align the surface. For this purpose, we take a spacade two-component epoxy, such as Elac-ED or an Epolast level.
6. Using a spatula, we apply a layer of 2 mm. Typically, the consumption of putty is calculated by such a proportion: 1 kg of material for 1 m2 area. To prepare a putty solution correctly, you need to consider the manufacturer's recommendations. They are usually indicated on the packaging.
7. After the putty is ready for use, it should be pulled out to the floor, and with a spatula with a uniform layer to distribute over the entire surface.
8. Start the creative stage itself - apply a drawing. Initially, it is worth paying attention to the purity and remove dust from the primed surface.
9. Now proceed to the formation of the selected pattern. Image Apply paint using stencil. Separate small elements can be attached by the finish component.
10. If we attach the film, you need to completely remove the resulting air bubbles from under it.
11. Apply the glue to the floor, the function of which is currently performing the finish coating. Then, with the help of a roller or spatula, recall it, at the same time removing excess glue and air bubbles from under the film.
12. We give the material 1 day to dry. It should also be noted that the images are applied best on the polymer coating.
13. The next stage of laying is the applying of the finishing coating. Performing this procedure should consider that the depth of the image will depend on the thickness of this layer. As such a coating, the polymer of the two-component properties of Toping Paul or Ekotex can be applied.
14. The polymer solution should be prepared, respectively, instructions on the package, after which pour it into the floor and align, applying a spatula and roller.
15. Root the coating until the process of frosting is started. So that the bulk material is completely drying, it is necessary to leave it for 24-48 hours. However, for full use, the floor will be ready only after 7 days. If you have provided a heating function, it is necessary to postpone the coating operation within 2-3 weeks.
16. The final stage will be the applying lacquer. The function of such a layer is to protect the coating from various mechanical exposure - the formation of scratches, chips, dents and other troubles. Floor coating such a varnish will allow to extend the life of the coating for several years.
17. The work has been successfully completed!
3D bulk floors in the bathroom - a solution favorable in a decorative and functionality for your home, but more time-consuming performed. If you wish and certain awareness, this issue can be made independently.
Video instructions for laying a filling floor covering below:
